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Casio Exilim EX-P505 User Manual

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EX-P505
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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  • Page 1: Digital Camera

    Digital Camera EX-P505 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. Rechargeable Lithium Ion Camera Strap CD-ROMs (2) • Note that the shape of the rapid charger depends on the area where you purchased the camera. Rapid Charger (BC-30L) (Power Cord Type) Lens cap/cap holder...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    INTRODUCTION Contents INTRODUCTION Unpacking ... 2 Features ... 9 Precautions ... 12 General Precautions QUICK START GUIDE First, charge the battery! ... 16 To configure display language and clock settings ... 18 To record an image ... 19 To view a recorded image ... 20 To delete an image ...
  • Page 4 INTRODUCTION BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Recording an Image ... 59 Specifying the Recording Mode Aiming the Camera Recording an Image Using Zoom ... 66 Optical Zoom Digital Zoom Using the Flash ... 69 Flash Unit Status Changing the Flash Intensity Setting Using Flash Assist Using the Self-timer ...
  • Page 5 INTRODUCTION Instant Movie Setups (MOVIE BEST SHOT Mode) ... 111 Creating Your Own MOVIE BEST SHOT Setup Recording Audio ... 114 Adding Audio to a Snapshot Using the Histogram ... 116 REC Mode Camera Settings ... 118 Specifying ISO Sensitivity Selecting the Metering Mode Using the Filter Function Specifying Outline Sharpness...
  • Page 6 INTRODUCTION FILE MANAGEMENT Folders ... 154 Memory Folders and Files Protecting Files ... 155 To protect a single file To protect all files in memory OTHER SETTINGS Configuring Sound Settings ... 157 To configure sound settings To set the confirmation tone volume level To set the audio volume level for movie and audio snapshot playback Specifying the File Name Serial Number...
  • Page 7 INTRODUCTION Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to a Computer ... 196 Memory Data ... 197 DCF Protocol Memory Folder Structure Image Files Supported by the Camera USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ... 200 About the bundled CD-ROM Computer System Requirements Managing Images on a PC...
  • Page 8 • CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibility for any loss or claims by third parties which may arise through the use of the EX-P505. • 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.

  • Page 9: Features

    INTRODUCTION I LCD Panel The LCD panel is a product of the latest LCD manufacturing technology that provides a pixel yield of 99.99%. This means that less than 0.01% of the total pixels are defective (they do not turn on or always remain turned on).
  • Page 10 INTRODUCTION • Ex Finder view (page 32) The Ex Finder view provides you with a wealth of information on the monitor screen as you compose your images. • Ex Menu (page 128) Ex Menu gives you short-cut menu access to four frequently-used settings.
  • Page 11 INTRODUCTION • Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) (page 174) 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. •...

  • Page 12: 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. • Keep the small parts and accessories of this camera out of the reach of small children.
  • Page 13 Next, remove the camera’s battery and/or unplug the AC adaptor power cord from the power outlet, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. • Never use the camera inside of an aircraft or in any other area where its use is prohibited.

  • Page 14: Operating Conditions

    I 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.

  • Page 15: Power Supply

    INTRODUCTION I 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 16: Quick Start Guide

    QUICK START GUIDE QUICK START GUIDE First, charge the battery! Charge the rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-40) that comes with the camera (page 37). • Note that the shape of the rapid charger depends on the area where you purchased the camera. •...
  • Page 17 QUICK START GUIDE Load the battery into the camera (page 42). Stopper...

  • Page 18: To Configure Display Language And Clock Settings

    QUICK START GUIDE To configure display language and clock settings • Be sure to configure the following settings before using the camera to record images. See page 56 for details. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Open the monitor screen to turn on the camera. •...

  • Page 19: To Record An Image

    QUICK START GUIDE To record an image See page 59 for details. Snapshot mode icon Operation lamp 2560 2560 1920N 1920N + 0.0 – 05/12 12/24 24 12 12:38 38 Focus frame Before using a commercially available memory card, be sure to first format it using the camera’s formatting procedure.

  • Page 20: To View A Recorded Image

    QUICK START GUIDE To view a recorded image See page 130 or details. Open the monitor screen to turn on the camera. • You can also turn on the camera by pressing the power button. Align the mode dial with “ (PLAY mode).

  • Page 21: To Turn Off The Camera

    QUICK START GUIDE To turn off the camera See page 51 or details. Position the monitor screen inwards to turn off the camera. • You can also turn off the camera by pressing the power button.

  • Page 22: Contents

    The following table defines the terminology used in this manual. This term as used in Means this: this manual: “camera” The CASIO EX-P505 Digital Camera “file memory” The location where the camera is currently storing images you record (page 62) “battery”...

  • Page 23: General Guide

    GETTING READY I Supplementary Information • IMPORTANT! indicates very important information you need to know in order to use the camera correctly. • NOTE indicates information that is useful when operating the camera. 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.
  • Page 24 GETTING READY I Back Operation lamp Mode dial : PLAY mode : Snapshot mode : BEST SHOT mode : Aperture Priority AE mode : Shutter Speed Priority AE mode : Manual Exposure mode : Past Movie mode : Short Movie mode : MOVIE BEST SHOT mode : Movie mode Strap ring...
  • Page 25 GETTING READY I Side Open Terminal Panel Cover I Bottom [ ](Focus) button [EX] button [ ](Flash) button Flash [DC IN 4.5V] (AC adaptor Battery cover connector) Tripod screw hole [USB/AV] • Use this hole when attaching to a tripod. (USB/AV port) Terminal panel cover Stopper...

  • Page 26: Using The Monitor Screen

    GETTING READY Using the Monitor Screen You can position the monitor screen to suit your shooting or viewing conditions. Opening the monitor screen automatically turns on the camera. IMPORTANT! • When changing the position of the monitor screen, grasp the screen on its top and bottom edges. Take care you do not touch the liquid crystal panel.
  • Page 27 GETTING READY • Positioning the monitor screen so it is facing the same direction as the lens causes the recorded image to be flipped into a mirror image automatically. This makes it possible to compose a self-portrait with the monitor screen.

  • Page 28: 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. • Note that the example screens in this chapter are for illustrative purposes only. They do not exactly match the screen contents actually produced on the camera.
  • Page 29 GETTING READY Date and time (page 159) • Snapshots: Image size (page 77) 2560 × 1920 pixels Battery capacity 2560 × 1712 (3:2) pixels (page 45) 2048 × 1536 pixels 1600 × 1200 pixels Histogram (page 116) 1280 × 960 pixels 640 ×...
  • Page 30 GETTING READY Digital zoom indicator (page 67) ISO sensitivity (page 119) ND filter (page 90) Aperture value (pages 63, 94) Shutter speed value (pages 63, 96) Zoom indicator (page 67) • Left side indicates optical zoom. • Right side indicates digital zoom. NOTE •...
  • Page 31 GETTING READY Aperture value (pages 63, 94) Use this item to adjust the aperture. • The aperture value is displayed in the exposure panel when the mode dial is set to “A” (aperture priority AE) or “M” (manual exposure). Shutter speed (pages 63, 96) Use this item to adjust the shutter speed.
  • Page 32 GETTING READY I Ex Finder View Focus distance scale • This scale indicates the focus distance range. Note that this scale is not intended for precision measurement. It is provided as a general guide only. • This scale appears when you press the shutter button half way.

  • Page 33: Play Mode

    GETTING READY PLAY Mode 12 3 PLAY mode file type Image protection indicator (page 155) Snapshot Movie Folder name/File name Past Movie (page 154) Short Movie Example : When a file named CIMG0023.JPG is stored in a MOVIE BEST SHOT folder named 100CASIO Audio Snapshot Folder name...

  • Page 34: Changing The Contents Of The Monitor Screen

    GETTING READY Recording mode (page 59) Snapshot BEST SHOT Aperture Priority AE Shutter Speed Priority AE Manual Exposure Battery capacity (page 45) Metering mode indicator (page 120) Histogram (page 116) EV value (page 88) Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen Each press of the [DISP] button changes the contents of the monitor screen as shown below.
  • Page 35 GETTING READY I PLAY Mode Indicators on Histogram/Details on Indicators off IMPORTANT! • The Ex Finder view cannot be displayed in the following modes: PLAY, Movie, Past Movie, Short Movie, MOVIE BEST SHOT. • Pressing [DISP] will not change monitor screen contents during movie recording, or during standby or recording of an audio snapshot.

  • Page 36: Attaching The Strap

    GETTING READY Attaching the Strap Attach the strap to the strap ring as shown in the illustration. Buckle Strap ring IMPORTANT! • To avoid dropping the camera while operating it, be sure to wear the strap around your wrist. Use the buckle to ensure that the strap is fastened snugly around your wrist.

  • Page 37: Using The Lens Cap

    GETTING READY Using the Lens Cap Always keep the lens cap on the lens whenever you are not using the camera. Cap holder Large loop Attach the lens cap holder to the strap. This protects against accidental loss of the lens cap. Power Requirements Your camera can operate on either battery power or AC power.
  • Page 38 GETTING READY I Loading the Battery into the Rapid Charger Making sure that the positive and negative contacts are aligned correctly, load the battery into the rapid charger. Note that the battery will not charge properly if it is not positioned correctly in the rapid charger.
  • Page 39 GETTING READY Plug the rapid charger into a household power outlet. • This will cause the [CHARGE] lamp to turn red. • Charging will take about two hours. • Note that the shape of the rapid charger depends on the area where you purchased the camera. [CHARGE] lamp Rapid Charger AC power cord...
  • Page 40 GETTING READY Plug [CHARGE] lamp Rapid Charger NOTE • The plug-in type rapid charger 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 rapid charger power plug is compatible with local power outlets and to purchase any required...
  • Page 41 GETTING READY IMPORTANT! • If the battery or rapid charger is very hot or cold when you start charging or if it becomes hot during charging, the rapid charger will enter a standby state, which is indicated when its [CHARGE] lamp is lit amber. Charging will resume when the temperature returns to the allowable charging temperature range, which is indicated when the [CHARGE] lamp turns red.

  • Page 42: To Load The Battery

    GETTING READY To load the battery Slide the battery cover on the bottom of the camera in the direction indicated by the arrow, and then swing it open. Aligning the ( ) marks on the camera and battery as shown in the illustration, press down on the stopper in the direction indicated by the arrow and slide the battery into the camera.
  • Page 43 GETTING READY Swing the battery cover closed, and then slide it in the direction indicated by the arrow. IMPORTANT! • Use only the special NP-40 rechargeable lithium ion battery to power this camera. Use of any other type of battery is not supported. I If the camera does not work normally This can mean there is a problem with how the battery is loaded.
  • Page 44 GETTING READY I Battery Life Guidelines The battery life guideline values given below indicate the amount of time under the conditions defined below the table, until power automatically turns off due to battery failure. They do not guarantee that the battery will provide the amount of service indicated.

  • Page 45: Low Battery Indicator

    GETTING READY • The above values are based on a new battery starting from a full charge. Repeated charging shortens battery life. • Battery life is greatly affected by how much you use flash, zoom and auto focus, and how long you leave power turned on.

  • Page 46: To Replace The Battery

    Be sure to read the following Safety Precautions before using the battery for the first time. NOTE • The term “battery” in this manual refers to the CASIO NP-40 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery. • Use only the rapid charger (BC-30L) to charge the special NP-40 rechargeable lithium ion battery.
  • Page 47 GETTING READY • Failure to observe any of the following precautions while using the battery creates the risk of overheating, fire, and explosion. — Never try to use the battery to power any device other than this camera. — Never use or leave the battery near open flame. —...
  • Page 48 GETTING READY G PRECAUTIONS DURING USE • Charge the battery in a location where the temperature is in the range of 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F). Charging outside this temperature range can cause charging to take longer than normal or even cause charging to fail. •...

  • Page 49: Using Ac Power

    GETTING READY I Rapid Charger Precautions • Never plug the rapid charger into an outlet whose voltage rating is different from that marked on the rapid charger. Doing so creates the risk of fire, malfunction, and electric shock. • Never plug in or unplug the rapid charger while your hands are wet.
  • Page 50 GETTING READY Plug the AC power cord into an electrical outlet. [DC IN 4.5V] Terminal panel cover Plug AC power cord I Using AC Adaptor In Another Geographic Area • The AC adaptor can be used with any power source rated from 100V to 240V AC.

  • Page 51: Turning The Camera On And Off

    GETTING READY I AC Adaptor Precautions • Be sure to turn off power before connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor. • Always turn camera power off before disconnecting the AC adaptor, even if the camera has a battery installed. If you don’t, the camera will turn off automatically when you disconnect the AC adaptor.

  • Page 52: 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 a REC mode. Performing any button operation causes the monitor screen to turn back on.

  • Page 53: Using The On-Screen Menus

    GETTING READY • The Auto Power Off and Sleep features are disabled in the following cases. — While the camera is connected to computer or TV via its USB/AV port — While a slideshow is in progress — While a movie is being recorded —...
  • Page 54 GETTING READY Press [MENU]. [MENU] [SET] Settings [ ][ ][ ][ ] G Menu Screen Operations Selection cursor (indicates the currently selected item) When you want to do this: Move between tabs Move from the tab to the settings Move from the settings to the tab Move between the settings Display the options...
  • Page 55 GETTING READY Press [ ] or [ ] to select the tab you want, and then press [SET] to move the selection cursor from the tab to the settings. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the feature whose setting you want to configure, and then press [ ].

  • Page 56: Configuring Display Language And Clock Settings

    GETTING READY Configuring Display Language and Clock Settings Be sure to configure the following settings before using the camera to record images. • Display language • Home city • Date Style • Date and time Note that the current date and time settings are used by the camera to generate the date and time that are stored along with image data, etc.

  • Page 57: To Configure Display Language And Clock Settings

    GETTING READY To configure display language and clock settings Open the monitor screen to turn on the camera. • You can also turn on the camera by pressing the power button. Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select the language you want, and then press [SET].
  • Page 58 GETTING READY Use [ ] and [ ] to select the date format setting you want, and then press [SET]. Example: December 24, 2005 To display the date like this: Select this format: 05/12/24 YY/MM/DD 24/12/05 DD/MM/YY 12/24/05 MM/DD/YY Set the current date and the time.

  • Page 59: Basic Image Recording

    Recording an Image Specifying the Recording Mode Your CASIO digital camera has nine recording modes, each of which is described below. Before recording an image, use the mode dial to select the recording mode that suits the type of image you are trying to record.
  • Page 60 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING • (Short Movie mode) Each press of the shutter button in this mode records a short movie that starts before the button is pressed and ends after the button is pressed (page 108). • (MOVIE BEST SHOT mode) This mode makes camera setup as easy as selecting the applicable sample scene.

  • Page 61: Aiming The Camera

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 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. • Horizontal • Vertical IMPORTANT! • Make sure your fingers and the strap do not block the flash, stereo microphones or lens.

  • Page 62: Recording An Image

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 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 63 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Compose the image on the monitor screen so the main subject is within the focus frame. • The focusing range of the camera depends on focus mode you are using (page 80). Press the shutter button half way to focus the image.

  • Page 64: Recording Precautions

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING *1 The size of the opening (aperture) that allows light passing through the lens to reach the CCD. A larger aperture value indicates a smaller opening for light to pass through. *2 The amount of time the shutter remains open, allowing light passing through the lens to reach the CCD.

  • Page 65: About Auto Focus

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING I About Auto Focus • Proper focus may be difficult or even impossible when shooting the following types of subjects. — Solid color walls or subjects with little contrast — Strongly backlit subjects — Very shiny objects —...

  • Page 66: Using Zoom

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Using Zoom Your camera is equipped with two types of zoom: optical zoom and digital zoom. Normally, the camera automatically switches over to digital zoom after you reach the maximum limit for optical zoom. You can, however, configure the camera to disable digital zoom, if you want.

  • Page 67: Digital Zoom

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Digital Zoom Digital zoom digitally enlarges the part of the image at the center of the image screen. The range of digital zoom is 5X to 40X (in combination with optical zoom). IMPORTANT! • When you perform a digital zoom operation, the camera manipulates the image data to enlarge the center of the image.
  • Page 68 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Release the zoom controller momentarily, and then slide it towards (telephoto) / again to move the zoom pointer into the digital zoom range. • The zoom pointer will also stop when you move the pointer back to the switch over point to re-enter the optical zoom range.

  • Page 69: Using The Flash

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Using the Flash Perform the following steps to select the flash mode you want to use. • The approximate effective range of the flash is shown below. Approximately 0.4 to 3.0 meters (1.3´ to 9.8´) (ISO Sensitivity: Auto) * Depends on zoom factor.
  • Page 70 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Record the image. • If the camera senses that the flash is necessary, the flash unit will pop up automatically if you press the shutter release half way or all the way down. • Note that the flash unit does not close automatically.
  • Page 71 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING I Flash On Select (Flash On) as the flash mode when backlighting causes your subject to appear dark, even though there is enough light to keep the flash from firing automatically. This will cause the flash to fire and illuminate your subject whenever you press the shutter button (daylight synchro flash).

  • Page 72: Flash Unit Status

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Flash Unit Status You can find out the current flash unit status by pressing the shutter button half way and checking the monitor screen and operation lamp. Operation lamp * indicator is also shown on the monitor screen when the flash unit is ready to fire.

  • Page 73: Using Flash Assist

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Using Flash Assist Recording a subject that is outside the flash range can cause the subject to appear dark in the resulting image, because not enough of the flash reaches the subject. When this happens, you can use flash assist to correct the brightness of the recorded subject, so it appears as if the flash illumination was sufficient.
  • Page 74 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING I 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. • Make sure your fingers do not interfere with operation of the flash unit.

  • Page 75: 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 button. A Triple Self-timer feature lets you perform three consecutive self-timer operations to record three images.
  • Page 76 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 1. The camera performs a 10-second countdown and then records the first image. 2. The camera prepares to record the next image. The amount of time required for preparation depends on the camera’s current “Size” and “Quality” settings, the type of memory (built-in or card) you are using for image storage, and whether or not the flash is charging.

  • Page 77: Specifying Image Size

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING NOTE • The “2 sec” self-timer setting is best when shooting with a slow shutter speed, because it helps to avoid blurring of images due to hand movement. • The following functions are not available for use in combination with the self-timer.
  • Page 78 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET]. • When selecting the image size, the image size value (pixels) will alternate on the display with a corresponding print size. The print size indicates the optimum paper size when you print an image that is the image size you select.

  • Page 79: Specifying Image Quality

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Specifying Image Quality Compressing an image before storage can cause a deterioration of its quality. The more an image is compressed, the greater the loss of quality. The image quality setting specifies the compression ratio to be used when an image is stored in memory.

  • Page 80: Selecting The Focus Mode

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Selecting the Focus Mode You can select one of five different focus modes: Auto Focus, Macro, Pan Focus, Infinity, and Manual Focus. In a REC mode, press [ ] . • Each press of [ ] cycles thorough the focus mode settings in the sequence shown below.

  • Page 81: Using Auto Focus

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Auto Focus As its name suggests, Auto Focus focuses the image automatically. The automatic focus operation starts when you press the shutter button down half way. The following is the Auto Focus range. Range: Snapshots: 40cm to ∞ (1.3´ to ∞) Movies: 10cm to ∞...

  • Page 82: Specifying The Auto Focus Area

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS NOTE • When proper focusing is not possible because the subject is closer than the Auto Focus range, the camera automatically switches to the Macro mode range (page 84). • Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation (page 66) while recording with Auto Focus, a value will appear on the monitor screen as shown below to tell you the focusing range.
  • Page 83 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS For this type of Auto Focus area: Very limited range in the center of the screen • This setting works well with focus lock (page 87). Automatic selection of the focus area where the subject closest to the camera is located •...

  • Page 84: Using The Macro Mode

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the Macro Mode Use the Macro mode when you need to focus on close up subjects. The following shows the approximate focus range in the Macro mode. Range: 1cm to 50cm (0.4˝ to 19.7˝) • Using optical zoom causes the above range to change. Press [ ] to cycle through the focus mode settings until “...

  • Page 85: Using Pan Focus

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Pan Focus Pan Focus can be used in a movie mode (Movie, Past Movie, Short Movie, MOVIE BEST SHOT) to focus on a particular subject and record without using Auto Focus. Pan Focus comes in handy when recording under conditions where Auto Focus is difficult for some reason, or in cases where Auto Focus operation noise is too noticeable in the movie audio.

  • Page 86: Using Manual Focus

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Manual Focus With the Manual Focus mode, you can adjust the focus of an image manually. The following shows focus range in the Manual Focus mode. Range: 1cm (0.4˝) to infinity (∞) • Using optical zoom causes the above range to change. Press [ ] to cycle through the focus mode settings until...

  • Page 87: Using Focus Lock

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS NOTE • Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation (page 66) while recording with manual focus, a value will appear on the monitor screen as shown below to tell you the focusing range. Example: MF 1cm - ∞ Using Focus Lock Focus lock is a technique you can use to focus on a subject that is not located within the focus frame when you...

  • Page 88: Exposure Compensation (Ev Shift)

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Main subject Keeping the shutter button pressed half way down, re- compose the image as you like. When the image is composed the way you want, press the shutter button the rest of the way to record it. •...
  • Page 89 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ] and [ ] to change the exposure compensation value, and then press [SET]. • Pressing [SET] registers the displayed value. [ ] : Increases the EV value. A higher EV value is best used for light-colored subjects and backlight subjects.

  • Page 90: Using The Built-In Nd Filter

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the Built-in ND Filter An ND filter reduces the amount of light entering the lens. The built-in ND filter of this camera reduces light by 2.0 Exposure Values (EV). The ND filter is available in the following modes.

  • Page 91: Adjusting White Balance

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Adjusting White Balance The wavelengths of the light produced by various light sources (daylight, light bulb, etc.) can affect the color of a subject when it is recorded. White balance lets you make adjustments to compensate for different lighting types, so the colors of an image appear more natural.

  • Page 92: Configuring The White Balance Setting Manually

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS NOTE • When “Auto” is selected for the white balance setting, the camera automatically determines the white point of the subject. Certain subject colors and light source conditions can cause problems when the camera tries to determine the white point, which makes proper white balance adjustment impossible.
  • Page 93 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Manual”. • This causes the object you last used to adjust manual white balance to appear on the monitor screen. If you want to use the same settings you configured during a previous manual white balance setting...

  • Page 94: Specifying The Exposure Mode

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Specifying the Exposure Mode You can use the mode dial to select the exposure mode, which controls the aperture and shutter speed settings used during image recording. A mode : Aperture Priority AE S mode : Shutter Speed Priority AE M mode : Manual Exposure Using Aperture Priority AE When A mode (aperture priority AE) is selected as the...
  • Page 95 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ] and [ ] to select the aperture value (page 31) in the exposure panel, and then use [ ] and [ ] to change the setting. Wide Aperture value* F3.3 ‚ 3.7 ‚ 4.4 ‚ 5.2 ‚ 6.2 ‚ 7.4 Depth of Field Shallow * The above values are full wide angle optical zoom.

  • Page 96: Using Shutter Speed Priority Ae

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Shutter Speed Priority AE When S mode (shutter speed priority AE) is selected as the exposure mode, the camera adjusts the aperture automatically in accordance with a fixed shutter speed specified by you. You should specify a shutter speed in accordance with how much your subject is moving.

  • Page 97: Setting Exposure Settings Manually

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Press the shutter button half way. • This causes the camera to configure the aperture value automatically in accordance with the shutter speed you selected. Then it focuses the image. • The shutter speed and aperture values on the monitor screen will turn amber when you press the shutter button half way if the image is over-exposed or under-exposed.
  • Page 98 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ] and [ ] to select the aperture value (page 31) in the exposure panel, and then use [ ] and [ ] to change the setting. Wide Aperture value* F3.3 , 3.7 , 4.4 , 5.2 , 6.2 , 7.4 Depth of Field Shallow * The above values are full wide angle optical zoom.

  • Page 99: Using Manual Assist On-Screen Guidance

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Manual Assist On-screen Guidance Pressing [SET] while in the A mode (aperture priority AE), S mode (shutter speed priority AE), or M mode (manual exposure) causes on-screen guidance and exposure indicators (aperture and shutter speed) to appear on the display. Guidance images Aperture indicator Shutter speed indicator...

  • Page 100: Exposure Mode Recording Precautions

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Exposure Mode Recording Precautions • You may not be able to achieve the brightness you want when recording an image that is very dark or very bright. If this happens, use the M mode (manual exposure) to adjust the aperture or shutter speed manually.
  • Page 101 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Scene Number Scene Name Twilight Register User Scene (page 102) . Align the mode dial with “ ”, and then press [SET]. • This enters the BEST SHOT mode and displays a sample scene. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the sample scene you want, and then press [SET].

  • Page 102: Creating Your Own Best Shot Setup

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS NOTE • Operation guidance and the currently selected BEST SHOT scene appear on the display for about two seconds if the camera is in the BEST SHOT mode when you turn it on. Creating Your Own BEST SHOT Setup You can use the procedure below to save the setup of an image you recorded as a BEST SHOT scene.
  • Page 103 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Save”, and then press [SET]. • This registers the setup. Now you can use the procedure on page 101 to select your user setup for recording. IMPORTANT! • BEST SHOT user setups are located in the camera’s built-in memory following the built-in sample scenes.

  • Page 104: To Delete A Best Shot User Setup

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS To delete a BEST SHOT user setup Align the mode dial with “ [SET]. Use [ ] and [ ] to display the user setup you want to delete. Press [ ] ( ) to delete the user setup. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Delete”.

  • Page 105: Specifying Movie Image Quality

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • Versatile Movie Recording Modes — Movie mode Use this mode for normal movie recording (page 106). — Past Movie mode This mode uses a 5-second buffer that is continually updated. Pressing the shutter button starts recording from five seconds prior to the point the button is pressed.

  • Page 106: Recording A Standard Movie (Movie Mode)

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Approximate Setting Data Rate Higher 4.2 megabits (640 × 480 pixels) Quality per second Normal 2.2 megabits (640 × 480 pixels) per second Lower 790 kilobits (320 × 240 pixels) Quality per second Recording a Standard Movie Frame Rate (Movie Mode) 30 frames/...

  • Page 107: Recording Past Action (Past Movie Mode)

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS To stop movie recording, press the shutter button again. • When movie recording is complete, the movie file is stored in file memory. Recording Past Action (Past Movie Mode) This mode uses a 5-second buffer that is continually updated.

  • Page 108: Recording A Short Movie (Short Movie Mode)

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Point the camera at the subject and then press the shutter button. • This will record anything that went on in front of the lens during the previous five seconds and continue recording from the point that the shutter button was pressed.
  • Page 109 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS I To record a Short Movie Mode movie Align the mode dial with “ • This enters the Short Movie Mode and causes “ to appear on the monitor screen. Press [SET]. Use [ ] and [ ] to Past part specify the length of the past part (the part...

  • Page 110: Movie Recording Precautions

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Point the camera at the subject and then press the shutter button. • This will record a movie of the length specified by the time values you specified in steps 3 and 4. Recording stops automatically. • To stop recording part way through, press the shutter button again.

  • Page 111: Instant Movie Setups

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • The effects of camera movement in an image become more pronounced when you record close ups or recording with a large zoom factor. Because of this, use of a tripod is recommended when recording close ups or recording with a large zoom factor.

  • Page 112: Creating Your Own Movie Best Shot Setup

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! • MOVIE BEST SHOT scenes were not recorded using this camera. They are provided as samples only. • Images recorded using a MOVIE BEST SHOT scene may not produce the results you expected due to shooting conditions and other factors. •...
  • Page 113 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! • When selecting a user setup, scroll to the end of the built-in MOVIE BEST SHOT scenes until “Recall User Scene” appears on the display. Then scroll further to see the user setup scenes. • Formatting the camera’s built-in memory (page 165) deletes all user MOVIE BEST SHOT setups.

  • Page 114: Recording Audio

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Recording Audio Adding Audio to a Snapshot You can add audio to a snapshot after you record it. • Image Format: JPEG JPEG is an image format that provides efficient data compression. The file extension of a JPEG file is “.JPG”. •...
  • Page 115 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Press the shutter button to start audio recording. • The operation lamp flashes green while recording is in progress. Recording stops after about 30 seconds or when you press the shutter button. IMPORTANT! • The Audio Snapshot mode is unavailable during image recording using Triple Self-timer.

  • Page 116: Using The Histogram

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the Histogram You can use the [DISP] button to display a histogram on the monitor screen. The histogram lets you check exposure conditions as you record images (page 34). You can also display the histogram of a recorded image in the PLAY mode.
  • Page 117 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • When the histogram is too far to the right, it means that there are too many light pixels. This type of histogram results when the overall image is light. A histogram that is too far to the right may result in “white out”...

  • Page 118: Rec Mode Camera Settings

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS REC Mode Camera Settings The following are the settings you can configure before recording an image using a REC mode. • ISO sensitivity • Metering • Color filtering • Sharpness • Saturation • Contrast • Grid on/off •...

  • Page 119: Specifying Iso Sensitivity

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Specifying ISO Sensitivity You can change the ISO sensitivity setting for better images in places where lighting is dim or when you are using faster shutter speeds. • ISO sensitivity is expressed in terms of values that originally indicated the sensitivity to light for photographic film.

  • Page 120: Selecting The Metering Mode

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Selecting the Metering Mode The metering mode determines what part of the subject is metered for exposure. You can use the following procedure to change the camera’s metering mode. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. Select the “REC” tab, select “Metering”, and then press [ ].

  • Page 121: Using The Filter Function

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the Filter Function The camera’s filter function lets you alter the tint of an image when you record it. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. Select the “REC” tab, select “Filter”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].

  • Page 122: Specifying Color Saturation

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Specifying Color Saturation Use the following procedure to control the intensity of the image you are recording. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. Select the “REC” tab, select “Saturation”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].

  • Page 123: Turning The On-Screen Grid On And Off

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off You can display gridlines on the monitor screen to help you compose images and ensure that the camera is straight when recording. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. Select the “REC” tab, select “Grid”, and then press [ ].

  • Page 124: Using Icon Help

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Icon Help Icon Help displays guidance text about an icon when you select it on the monitor screen while in a REC mode (page 29). • Icon Help text is displayed for the following functions: current recording mode, flash mode, focus mode, white balance, self-timer, metering mode.

  • Page 125: Assigning Functions To The [ ] And [ ] Keys

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Assigning Functions to the [ ] and [ ] Keys A “key customization” feature lets you configure the [ ] and [ ] keys so they change camera settings whenever they are pressed in a REC mode. After you configure the [ ] and [ ] keys, you can change the setting assigned to them without going through the menu screen.
  • Page 126 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Function Flash Focus White Balance AF Area Metering Setting when camera is Self-timer turned off Flash Intensity Digital Zoom Last Auto Focus position that was in MF Position effect before you switched to manual focus Zoom Position* * Only the optical zoom position is remembered.

  • Page 127: Resetting The Camera

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! • Note that BEST SHOT mode settings take priority over mode memory settings. If you turn the camera off while in the BEST SHOT mode, all settings except for “REC Mode” and “Zoom Position” will be configured according to the BEST SHOT sample scene when you turn it back on again, regardless of mode memory on/off settings.

  • Page 128: Using The Shortcut Menu (Ex Menu)

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the Shortcut Menu (EX Menu) Pressing [EX] displays a shortcut menu that you can use to configure white balance, ISO sensitivity, metering, and AF area settings. In a REC mode, press [EX]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the item you want, and then use [ ] and [ ] to scroll through the available settings.

  • Page 129: Installing The Lens Hood And A Lens Filter

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Installing the Lens Hood and a Lens Filter Your camera comes with a lens hood that you can install on the lens when you need it. Use of the lens hood shuts out unwanted light when shooting in very strong sunlight or against backlighting, which helps to reduce the chance of ghosting and flaring.

  • Page 130: Basic Playback Operation

    PLAYBACK PLAYBACK You can use the camera’s built-in monitor screen to view images after you record them. Basic Playback Operation Use the following procedure to scroll through files stored in the camera’s memory. Open the monitor screen or press the power button to turn on the camera.

  • Page 131: Playing An Audio Snapshot

    The actual display image appears a short while after the preview image. This does not apply to images copied from another digital camera. Playing an Audio Snapshot Perform the steps below to display an audio snapshot (indicated by ) and play its audio.

  • Page 132: Zooming The Display Image

    PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! • Audio volume can be adjusted only when playback is being performed or is paused. Zooming the Display Image Perform the following procedure to zoom the image currently on the monitor screen up to eight times its normal size. In the PLAY mode, use [ ] and [ ] to display the image you want.

  • Page 133: Resizing An Image

    PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! • Depending on the original size of the recorded image, you may not be able to zoom a display image the full eight times normal size. Resizing an Image You can resize a recorded image to either of the three following sizes.
  • Page 134 PLAYBACK Use [ ] and [ ] to scroll through images and display the one you want to resize. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET]. • To cancel the resize operation, select “Cancel”. IMPORTANT! •...

  • Page 135: Cropping An Image

    PLAYBACK Cropping an Image You can use the following procedure to crop a portion of an enlarged image. In the PLAY mode, use [ ] and [ ] to scroll through images and display the one you want to crop. Press [MENU].

  • Page 136: Playing And Editing A Movie

    PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! • Cropping an image creates a new file that contains the cropped image. The file with the original image also remains in memory. • Note that you cannot crop the following types of images. — 2560 × 1712 pixel (3:2) images —...
  • Page 137 PLAYBACK To do this: Do this: Fast forward or fast reverse playback Press [ ] or [ ]. • Each press increases the speed one more step. Return fast forward or fast reverse movie playback to normal Press [SET]. speed Pause movie playback Press [SET].

  • Page 138: Editing A Movie

    PLAYBACK Editing a Movie Use the procedure in this section to edit and delete movies. Editing operations let you cut everything before or after a specific frame, or to cut everything between two frames. IMPORTANT! • Cut operations cannot be undone. Make sure you really want to cut the part of the movie you are specifying before executing the cut operation.
  • Page 139 PLAYBACK Display the frame where you want the cut to be located. To do this: Do this: Fast forward or fast reverse Press [ ] or [ ]. playback Pause or unpause movie Press [SET]. playback Scroll paused playback one Press [ ] or [ ].
  • Page 140 PLAYBACK I To cut everything between two specific frames While the movie is playing, press [SET]. • This will pause movie playback. Press [ ]. • You can also display the same screen while in the PLAY mode, by pressing [MENU], selecting the “PLAY”...

  • Page 141: Capturing A Still Image From A Movie

    PLAYBACK Repeat step 4 to display the ending frame where you want the second cut to be located. • The red portion of the indicator bar shows what part will be cut. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Yes”, and then press [SET].
  • Page 142 PLAYBACK I To capture a still image from a movie In the PLAY mode, use [ ] and [ ] to scroll through movies on the monitor screen and display the one that contains the frames you want. Press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY”...

  • Page 143: Displaying The 9-Image View

    PLAYBACK Displaying the 9-image View The following procedure displays nine images on the monitor screen at the same time. In the PLAY mode, shift the zoom controller towards ( • This displays the 9-image screen with the image that was on the monitor screen in step 2 in the center, with a selection boundary around it.

  • Page 144: Playing A Slideshow

    PLAYBACK Playing a Slideshow A slideshow automatically plays back images in sequence at a fixed interval. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Slideshow”, and then press [ ]. Use the screen that appears to configure the image, time, and interval settings.
  • Page 145 • While audio is playing, you can use [ ] and [ ] to adjust the volume level. • Images copied from another digital camera or a computer may take longer time to appear than the slideshow interval time you specify.

  • Page 146: Rotating The Display Image

    PLAYBACK • When the slideshow reaches a movie while “One Image” is selected for “Images”, the movie will repeat playback for the time specified by for “Time”. Rotating the Display Image Use the following procedure to rotate the image 90 degrees and register the rotation information along with the image.

  • Page 147: Adding Audio To A Snapshot

    • You cannot rotate an image that is protected. To rotate such an image, first unprotect it. • You may not be able to rotate a digital image that was recorded with another type of digital camera. • You cannot rotate the following types of images. — Movie images —...

  • Page 148: To Re-Record Audio

    PLAYBACK In the PLAY mode, use [ ] and [ ] to scroll through snapshots until the one to which you want to add audio is displayed. Press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Dubbing”, and then press [ ]. Press the shutter button to start audio recording.

  • Page 149: Displaying Camera Images On A Tv Screen

    PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! • Take care that you do not block the stereo microphones with your fingers. • Good recording results are not possible when the camera is too far from the subject. Stereo microphones • The (Audio) icon appears on the monitor screen after audio recording is complete.
  • Page 150 PLAYBACK AV cable Yellow White Yellow White (Video) (Left (Right Channel) Channel) Video input terminal [USB/AV] (USB/AV port) Turn on the TV and select its video input mode. Now when you perform normal image playback and recording operations on the camera, the applicable image appears on the TV screen.

  • Page 151: Selecting The Video Input System

    PLAYBACK Selecting the Video Input System You can select either NTSC or PAL for the video output system to match the system of the TV you are using. In a REC mode or the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Video Out”, and then press [ ].

  • Page 152: Deleting A Single File

    DELETING FILES DELETING FILES You can delete a single file, or you can delete all files currently in memory. IMPORTANT! • Note that file deletion cannot be undone. Once you delete a file, it is gone. Make sure you really do not need a file anymore before you delete it.

  • Page 153: Deleting All Files

    DELETING FILES Deleting All Files In the PLAY mode, press [ ] ( Use [ ] and [ ] to select “All Files Delete”, and then press [SET]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Yes”. • To exit the file delete operation without deleting anything, select “No”.

  • Page 154: File Management

    FILE MANAGEMENT FILE MANAGEMENT The file management capabilities of the camera make it easy to keep track of images. You can protect files against deletion and store the files you want in the camera’s built-in memory. Folders Your camera automatically creates folders in its built-in flash memory or on the memory card.

  • Page 155: Protecting Files

    FILE MANAGEMENT Protecting Files Once you protect a file it cannot be deleted (page 152). You can protect files individually or you can protect all files in memory with a single operation. To protect a single file In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY”...

  • Page 156: To Protect All Files In Memory

    FILE MANAGEMENT To protect all files in memory In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Protect”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “All Files : On”, and then press [SET]. •...

  • Page 157: Configuring Sound Settings

    OTHER SETTINGS OTHER SETTINGS Configuring Sound Settings You can configure different sounds to play whenever you turn on the camera, press the shutter button half-way or all the way, or perform a key operation. To configure sound settings Press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up”...

  • Page 158: To Set The Audio Volume Level For Movie And Audio Snapshot Playback

    OTHER SETTINGS To set the confirmation tone volume level Press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Sounds”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “ Use [ ] and [ ] to specify the volume setting you want, and then press [SET].

  • Page 159: Specifying The File Name Serial Number Generation Method

    OTHER SETTINGS Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Method Use the following procedure to specify the method for generating the serial number used for file names (page 154). Press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “File No.”, and then press [ ].

  • Page 160: To Select Your Home Time Zone

    OTHER SETTINGS To select your Home Time zone Press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “World Time”, and then press [ ]. • This displays the current World Time zone. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Home”, and then press [ ].

  • Page 161: To Set The Current Time And Date

    OTHER SETTINGS To set the current time and date Press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Adjust”, and then press [ ]. Set the current date and the time. To do this: Do this: Change the setting at the current Press [ ] or [ ].

  • Page 162: Using World Time

    OTHER SETTINGS Using World Time You can use the World Time screen to select a time zone and instantly change the time setting of the camera’s clock when you go on a trip, etc. World Time lets you select one of 162 cities in 32 time zones.

  • Page 163: Changing The Display Language

    OTHER SETTINGS Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select the geographical area you want, and then press [SET]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the city you want, and then press [SET]. When the setting is the way you want, press [SET] to apply it and exit the setting screen.

  • Page 164: Changing The Usb Port Protocol

    OTHER SETTINGS Changing the USB Port Protocol You can use the procedure below to change the communication protocol of the camera’s USB port when connecting to a computer, printer, or other external device. Select the protocol that suits the device to which you are connecting.

  • Page 165: Formatting Built-In Memory

    OTHER SETTINGS Formatting Built-in Memory Formatting built-in memory deletes any data stored in it. IMPORTANT! • Note that data deleted by a format operation cannot be recovered. Check to make sure you do not need any of the data in memory before you format it. •...

  • Page 166: Using A Memory Card

    USING A MEMORY CARD USING A MEMORY CARD You can expand the storage capabilities of your camera by using a commercially available memory card (SD memory card or MultiMediaCard). You can also copy files from built-in flash memory to a memory card and from a memory card to flash memory.

  • Page 167: Using A Memory Card

    USING A MEMORY CARD Using a Memory Card IMPORTANT! • Make sure you turn off the camera before inserting or removing a memory card. • Be sure to orient the card correctly when inserting it. Never try to force a memory card into the slot when you feel resistance.

  • Page 168: To Replace The Memory Card

    • Should water or any foreign object ever get into the card slot, immediately turn off the camera, remove the battery, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. • Never remove a card from the camera while the operation lamp is flashing green. Doing so can cause the file save operation to fail, and even damage the memory card.

  • Page 169: Formatting A Memory Card

    USING A MEMORY CARD Formatting a Memory Card Formatting a memory card deletes any data already stored on it. IMPORTANT! • Be sure to use the camera to format a memory card. Formatting a memory card on a computer and then using it in the camera can slow down data processing by the camera.

  • Page 170: Copying Files

    USING A MEMORY CARD I Memory Card Precautions • If a memory card starts to behave abnormally, you can restore normal operation by reformatting it. However, we recommend that you always take along more than one memory card whenever using the camera far away from the home or office.

  • Page 171: To Copy All The Files In Built-In Memory To A Memory Card

    USING A MEMORY CARD To copy all the files in built-in memory to a memory card Load the memory card into the camera. Turn on the camera. Next, enter the PLAY mode and press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Copy”, and then press [ ].
  • Page 172 USING A MEMORY CARD Press [MENU] to exit the copy operation. NOTE • Files are copied to the folder in built-in memory whose name has the largest number.

  • Page 173: Printing Images

    PRINTING IMAGES PRINTING IMAGES A digital camera provides you with a variety of different ways to print the images it records. The three main printing methods are described below. Use the method that best suits your needs. I Professional Print Service The camera’s DPOF feature lets you specify which images...

  • Page 174: Dpof

    The letters “DPOF” stand for “Digital Print Order Format”, which is a format for recording on a memory card or other medium which digital camera images should be printed and how many copies of the image should be printed. Then you can print on a...

  • Page 175: To Configure Print Settings For A Single Image

    PRINTING IMAGES To configure print settings for a single image In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “DPOF”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Select images”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to display the image you want.

  • Page 176: To Configure Print Settings For All Images

    PRINTING IMAGES To configure print settings for all images In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “DPOF”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “All images”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to specify the number of copies.

  • Page 177: Using Pictbridge

    PRINTING IMAGES IMPORTANT! • DPOF settings are not cleared automatically after printing is complete. This means that if you perform another printing operation without clearing DPOF settings, printing will be performed in accordance with the last settings you configured. If you want to prevent this from happening, perform the procedure under “To configure print settings for all images”...
  • Page 178 PRINTING IMAGES Press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “USB”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET]. When connecting to this type of Select this setting: device: Computer Mass Storage...
  • Page 179 PRINTING IMAGES Turn on the printer. Load paper for printing the images into the printer. Press the camera’s power button. • This displays the print menu on the camera’s monitor screen. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Paper Size”, and then press [ ].
  • Page 180 PRINTING IMAGES 11 . Use [ ] and [ ] to specify the print option you want. • To print a single image: Select “1 Image” and then press [SET]. Next, use [ ] and [ ] to select the image you want to print.

  • Page 181: Date Printing

    PRINTING IMAGES Date Printing Any one of the procedures described below can be used to include the recording date in image prints. Correct date printing requires that the current date be set on the camera before the image is recorded. •...

  • Page 182: Print Image Matching Iii

    PRINTING IMAGES PRINT Image Matching III Images include PRINT Image Matching data (mode setting and other camera setup information). A printer that supports PRINT Image Matching reads this data and adjusts the printed image accordingly, so your images come out just the way you intended when you recorded them.

  • Page 183: Using The Camera With A Windows Computer

    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER After using the USB cable to establish a USB connection between the camera and your computer, you can use your computer to view images in file memory and copy images to your computer’s hard disk or other storage media.
  • Page 184 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER IMPORTANT! • Low battery power can cause the camera to power down suddenly during data communication. Use of the special AC adaptor is recommended to power the camera during data communication. • If you want to transfer files from the camera’s built-in memory to a computer, make sure there is no memory card loaded in the camera before you connect the USB cable.
  • Page 185 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Make sure the camera’s battery is charged sufficiently. • To power the camera using AC power, you need to purchase an optionally available AC adaptor. [DC IN 4.5V] Terminal panel cover Plug Turn on the camera, and then press [MENU]. •...
  • Page 186 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER On the menu screen that appears, click “English”. Click [USB driver C] and then [Install]. • This starts installation. • Follow the instructions that appear on your computer screen to complete the installation. • The following steps show installation under the English version of Windows.
  • Page 187 • If your computer is running Windows XP, the “Found New Hardware Wizard” dialog box will appear. Select “Install the software automatically (Recommended)”, and then click [Next]. The “Casio Digital Camera C has not passed Windows Logo testing to verify its compatibility with Windows XP.” message will appear during installation.
  • Page 188 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 11 . On your computer, double-click “My Computer”. • If you are running Windows XP, click [Start] and then [My Computer]. Double-click “Removable Disk”. • Your computer sees the camera’s file memory as a removable disk. Double-click the “Dcim”...
  • Page 189 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Windows 98, 2000, Me 1. In the camera’s file memory (Removable Disk), right- click the “Dcim” folder. 2. On the shortcut menu that appears, click [Copy]. 3. Double click [My Documents] to open it. 4. On the My Documents [Edit] menu, click [Paste]. •...

  • Page 190: Usb Connection Precautions

    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Depending on the version of Windows you are running, use one of the following procedures to terminate the USB connection. Windows 98/XP Users • Press the camera’s power button. After making sure that the camera’s green operation lamp is not lit, disconnect the camera from the computer.

  • Page 191: Using The Camera With A Macintosh Computer

    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer The following are the general steps for viewing and copying files from a Macintosh. You can find details about each operation in the procedures that follow below. Note that you should also refer to the documentation that comes with your Macintosh for other information about USB connections, etc.
  • Page 192 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER IMPORTANT! • Low battery power can cause the camera to power down suddenly during data communication. Use the optional AC adaptor is recommended to power the camera during data communication with a computer. • If you want to transfer files from the camera’s built-in memory to a computer, make sure there is no memory card loaded in the camera before you connect the USB cable.
  • Page 193 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Turn on the camera, and then press [MENU]. • It makes no difference whether the camera is in a REC mode or the PLAY mode. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “USB”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Mass Storage”, and then press [SET].
  • Page 194 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER • Take care when connecting the USB cable to the camera or your computer. USB ports and cable plugs are shaped for proper positioning. • Plug the USB cable plugs into the ports securely, as far as they will go.
  • Page 195 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER IMPORTANT! • Never use your computer to edit, delete, move, or rename images stored in the camera’s file memory. Doing so can cause problems with the image management data used by the camera, which may make it impossible to display images on the camera or it may cause large error in the number of images value displayed by the camera.

  • Page 196: Using A Memory Card To Transfer Images To A

    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to a Computer The procedures in this section describe how to transfer images from the camera to your computer using a memory card. Using a Computer with a Built-in SD Memory Card Slot Insert the SD memory card directly into the slot.

  • Page 197: Memory Data

    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Memory Data Images recorded with this camera and other data are stored in memory using DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) protocol. DCF protocol is designed to make it easier to exchange image and other data between digital cameras and other devices.
  • Page 198 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER I Folder and File Contents • DCIM folder Folder that stores all of the digital camera files • Storage folder Folder for storing files created by the digital camera • Image file File that contains an image recorded with the digital camera (File Name Extension: JPG) •...

  • Page 199: Image Files Supported By The Camera

    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Image Files Supported by the Camera • Image files recorded with this camera • DCF protocol image files Certain DCF functions may not be supported. When displaying an image recorded on another camera model, it may take a long time for the image to appear on the display.

  • Page 200: About The Bundled Cd-Rom

    Macintosh (see page 215). Using the Camera with a Windows Computer Your digital camera comes bundled with useful applications for using it in combination with a computer. Install the applications you need on your computer. About the bundled CD-ROM The CD-ROM that comes bundled with the camera contains the applications described below.
  • Page 201 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Purpose Software Name Movie playback Windows Media Player 9 * DirectX 9.0c Windows 98 WMP6.4 codec Movie editing Ulead Movie Wizard SE – Viewing of user Adobe Reader 6.0 documentation (PDF) files – CD-ROM Software Supported Windows Versions XP/2000/Me/98SE •...

  • Page 202: Computer System Requirements

    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Computer System Requirements Computer system requirements are different for each of the applications. Be sure to check the requirements for the particular application you are trying to use. Note that the values provided here are minimum requirements for running each application.
  • Page 203 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Photohands 1.0 OS: XP/2000/Me/98SE/98 Memory: At least 64MB HD: At least 10MB DirectX 9.0c OS: XP/2000/Me/98SE/98 HD: At least 65MB free space during installation, 18MB after installation is complete. Adobe Reader 6.0 OS: XP/2000/Me/98SE CPU: Pentium Memory: 32MB HD: 60MB...

  • Page 204: Managing Images On A Pc

    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Managing Images on a PC To manage images on a PC, you need to install the Photo Loader application from the CD-ROM that comes with the camera. • Use the CD-ROM whose contents label shows “Photo Loader”.
  • Page 205 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER I Viewing the Contents of the “Read me” File You should always read the “Read me” file for “Photo Loader” before installing it. The “Read me” file contains information you need to know when installing the application.
  • Page 206 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER I Checking for the Proper Version of DirectX In order to manage images using Photo Loader, your computer also needs to have DirectX 9.0 or higher installed. You can check the installed version of DirectX using your PC’s DirectX Diagnostic Tool.

  • Page 207: Retouching, Reorienting, And Printing A Snapshot

    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Retouching, Reorienting, and Printing a Snapshot In order to retouch, reorient, or print snapshots on your PC, you need to install Photohands from the CD-ROM that comes bundled with the camera. • Use the CD-ROM whose contents label shows “Photohands”.
  • Page 208 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER I Viewing the Contents of the “Read me” File You should always read the “Read me” file for “Photohands” before installing it. The “Read me” file contains information you need to know when installing the application.

  • Page 209: Playing A Movie

    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Playing a Movie In order to play a movie recorded with this camera on your PC using Windows Media Player, you need to install MPEG-4 codec. I To install the codec on a PC that can connect to the Internet Connect the PC to the Internet.
  • Page 210 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER I To install the codec on a PC that cannot connect to the Internet If your PC cannot connect to the Internet, install Windows Media Player 9 from the CD-ROM that comes bundled with the camera.
  • Page 211 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER G Viewing the Contents of the “Read me” File You should always read the “Read me” file for “Windows Media Player 9” before installing it. The “Read me” file contains information you need to know when installing the application.

  • Page 212: Editing A Movie

    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Editing a Movie In order to edit movies on your PC, you need to install Ulead Movie Wizard SE VCD from the bundled CD-ROM. • Use the CD-ROM whose contents label shows “Ulead Movie Wizard SE VCD”. IMPORTANT! •...

  • Page 213: Viewing User Documentation (Pdf Files)

    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER I Viewing the Contents of the “Read me” File You should always read the “Read me” file for “Ulead Movie Wizard SE VCD” before installing it. The “Read me” file contains information you need to know when installing the application.

  • Page 214: User Registration

    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER User Registration You can perform user registration over the Internet. To do so, of course, you need to be able to connect to the Internet with your computer. Click the “Registration” button. • This starts up your Web browser and accesses the user registration website.

  • Page 215: Using The Camera With A Macintosh Computer

    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer Your digital camera comes bundled with useful applications for using it in combination with a computer. Install the applications you need on your computer. About the bundled CD-ROM The CD-ROM that comes bundled with the camera contains the applications described below.

  • Page 216: Computer System Requirements

    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Computer System Requirements Computer system requirements are different for each of the applications. Be sure to check the requirements for the particular application you are trying to use. Note that the values provided here are minimum requirements for running each application.

  • Page 217: Managing Images On A Macintosh

    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Managing Images on a Macintosh I To manage images on a Macintosh running OS 9 Install the Photo Loader application from the CD-ROM that comes with the camera. • Use the CD-ROM whose contents label shows “Photo Loader”.

  • Page 218: To Register As A Camera User

    I To view the Photo Loader user’s guide On the CD-ROM, open the “Manual” folder. Open the “Photo Loader” folder and then open the “English” folder. Open “PhotoLoader_english”. To register as a camera user Internet registration only is supported. Visit the following CASIO website to register: http://world.casio.com/qv/register/...

  • Page 219: Menu Reference

    APPENDIX APPENDIX Menu Reference The following shows lists of menus that appear in REC modes and the PLAY mode, and their settings. • The settings that are underlined in the following table are initial defaults. I REC Modes G REC Tab Menu Self-timer 10 sec / 2 sec / X3 / Off 2560 ×...
  • Page 220 APPENDIX G Memory Tab Menu Flash On / Off Focus On / Off White Balance On / Off On / Off AF Area On / Off Metering On / Off Self-timer On / Off Flash Intensity On / Off Digital Zoom On / Off MF Position On / Off...

  • Page 221: Indicator Lamp Reference

    APPENDIX I PLAY Mode G PLAY Tab Menu Slideshow Start / Images / Time / Interval / Cancel MOTION PRINT 9 frames / 1 frame / Cancel Movie Editing Cut (Before) / (Between) / DPOF Select images / All images / Cancel Protect On / All Files : On / Cancel Rotation...
  • Page 222 APPENDIX I REC Modes Self-timer Operation Lamp Lamp Green Operational (Power on, recording enabled) Pattern 3 Flash is charging. Flash charging is complete. Auto Focus operation was successful. Pattern 3 Cannot Auto Focus. Sleep state. Pattern 2 Storing image Storing movie data / processing Pattern 1 image data Self-timer countdown...
  • Page 223 APPENDIX I PLAY Mode Self-timer Operation Lamp Lamp Green Operational (Power on, recording enabled) One of the following operations is being performed: delete, DPOF, image protect, copy, format, power Pattern 3 down, image resizing, image trimming, after recording, MOTION PRINT, movie editing Memory card problem / Memory Pattern 2 card is unformatted.

  • Page 224: Troubleshooting Guide

    APPENDIX Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Power does not turn on. 1) The battery is not oriented correctly. 2) The battery is dead. Camera suddenly powers 1) Auto Power Off activated (page 52). down. 2) The battery is dead. Image is not recorded 1) The camera is in the PLAY mode.
  • Page 225 APPENDIX Symptom The subject is out of focus The image is not focused properly. in the recorded image. The flash does not fire. 1) “ 2) The battery is dead. 3) The camera is in a movie mode (Movie Mode, Past Movie Mode, Short Movie Mode, MOVIE BEST SHOT Mode).
  • Page 226 APPENDIX Symptom Recording a very brightly lit subject can cause a Vertical lines on the vertical band to appear in the monitor screen monitor screen. image. Noise in audio. Auto Focus, zoom, and aperture operation noise. Out of focus images. 1) The subject is outside the shooting range of the camera.
  • Page 227 APPENDIX Symptom Color of the playback Sunlight or light from another source is shining image is different from the directly into the lens during recording. image on the monitor screen during recording. Images are not displayed. A memory card with non-DCF images recorded with another camera is loaded in the camera.

  • Page 228: If You Have Problems Installing The Usb Driver

    Windows before installing the USB driver from the bundled CD-ROM, or if you have another type of driver installed. This will make it impossible for the computer to recognize the digital camera when it is connected. If this happens, you will need to re- install the camera’s USB driver.

  • Page 229: Display Messages

    999th folder. If you want to record more files, delete files you no longer need (page 152). LENS ERROR There is something wrong with the lens module. Contact your retailer or a CASIO authorized service center. Load paper! The camera is in the Printer mode, and the printer is out of paper.
  • Page 230 SYSTEM ERROR Your camera system is corrupted. Contact your retailer or a CASIO service center. The card is locked. The LOCK switch of the SD memory card is locked. You cannot store images to or delete images from a memory card that is locked.

  • Page 231: Specifications

    APPENDIX Specifications Product ... Digital Camera Model ... EX-P505 I Camera Functions Image Files Format Snapshots ... JPEG (Exif Ver.2.2); DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) 1.0 standard; DPOF compliant Movies ... AVI (MPEG-4) Audio ... WAV Recording Media ... 7.5MB built-in flash memory...
  • Page 232 APPENDIX • Movies Image Maximum Approximate Approximate Size Recording Data Rate Recording Time (Pixels) Time Per (Frame Rate) for Built-in File Flash Memory Until 4.2 megabits 14 seconds 640 × 480 memory per second full (30 frames / second) Normal Until 2.2 megabits 28 seconds...
  • Page 233 APPENDIX Approximate Focus Range (from lens surface) Auto Focus ... Snapshots: 40 cm to ∞ (1.3´ to ∞) Movies: 10cm to ∞ (0.3´ to ∞) Macro ... 1 cm to 50 cm (0.4˝ to 19.7˝) Infinity Mode ... ∞ Manual ... 1 cm to ∞ (0.4˝ to ∞) •...
  • Page 234 APPENDIX Audio Recording Time Audio Snapshot ... Approximately 30 seconds maximum per image After Recording ... Approximately 30 seconds maximum per image Monitor Screen ... 2.0-inch TFT color LCD 84,960 pixels (354 × 240) Viewfinder ... Monitor screen Timekeeping Functions ... Built-in digital quartz clock Date and Time ...
  • Page 235 APPENDIX *2 Continuous Recording Conditions • Temperature: 23°C (73°F) • Monitor screen: On • Flash: Off • Image recorded every 12 seconds, alternating full wide-angle and full telephoto zoom *3 Continuous Snapshot Playback Conditions • Temperature: 23°C (73°F) • Scroll one image about every 10 seconds *4 Approximate time for continuous movie recording, without using zoom.
  • Page 236 APPENDIX I Rapid Carger (BC-30L) : Plug-in Type Power Requirement ... 100 to 240V AC, 0.13A, 50/60Hz Output ... 4.2V DC, 900 mA Charging Temperature ... 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F) Chargeable Battery type ... Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-40) Full Charge Times ...

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