Digital Camera EX-P700 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/.
Rechargeable Lithium Ion Camera Battery (NP-40) CD-ROM (CASIO Digital Camera Software) • Note that the shape of the rapid charger depends on the area where you purchased the camera. Rapid Charger (BC-30L) (Power Cord Type) Lithium Battery (CR2025) Card Remote Controller •...
INTRODUCTION Contents INTRODUCTION Unpacking ... 2 Features ... 11 Precautions ... 14 General Precautions Test for proper operation before using the camera! Data Error Precautions Operating conditions Condensation Lens and Phase Differential Sensor Other QUICK START GUIDE First, charge the battery! ... 19 To configure display language and clock settings ...
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INTRODUCTION BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Recording an Image ... 58 Specifying the Recording Mode Aiming the Camera Recording an Image Recording Precautions About Auto Focus About the REC Mode Monitor Screen Previewing the Last Image Recorded ... 64 To view current preview buffer contents after recording a single image To delete preview buffer contents after recording a single image...
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INTRODUCTION Using a Continuous Shutter Mode ... 100 Using the Normal Speed Continuous Shutter Mode Using the High Speed Continuous Shutter Mode 25-shot Stop Action Images (Using the Multi Continuous Shutter Mode) Continuous Shutter Precautions Using Auto Bracketing ... 105 Using Auto Bracketing with Exposure Selected as the Variable (AE Bracketing) Using Auto Bracketing with White Balance...
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INTRODUCTION Using the Shortcut Menu (EX Menu) ... 143 Using the Card Remote Controller for Recording ... 144 Loading the Battery Before Using the Card Remote Controller for Recording Using the Card Remote Controller Using an External Flash ... 149 External Flash Unit Requirements Before Using an External Flash Unit Using an External Flash Unit...
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INTRODUCTION FILE MANAGEMENT Folders ... 180 Memory Folders and Files Protecting Files ... 181 To protect a single file To protect all files in memory Using the FAVORITE Folder ... 182 To copy a file to the FAVORITE folder To display a file in the FAVORITE folder To delete a file from the FAVORITE folder To delete all files from the FAVORITE folder OTHER SETTINGS...
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Viewing Album Files Saving an Album To delete an album Installing the Software from the CD-ROM ... 240 About the bundled CD-ROM (CASIO Digital Camera Software) Computer System Requirements Installing Software from the CD-ROM in Windows ... 243 Getting Started Selecting a Language Viewing the Contents of the “Read me”...
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• CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibility for any loss or claims by third parties which may arise through the use of the EX-P700. • 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.
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• Photo Loader and Photohands are the property of CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. Except as stipulated above, all copyrights and other related rights to these applications revert to CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD.
INTRODUCTION Features • 7.2 million effective pixels The CCD provides 7.41 million total pixels of very high- resolution for crisp, clear, prints and display images. • 2.0-inch TFT color LCD monitor screen • Long battery life A low-power design combines with a large-capacity battery to provide more recording and playback between charges.
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INTRODUCTION • Manual Assist (page 97) Follow the on-screen guidance when configuring manual exposure settings. • AE Lock (page 99) A simple operation locks exposure on a particular subject, helping to ensure that the image is focused the way you want.
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INTRODUCTION • Audio Snapshot mode (page 126) Use this mode to record snapshots that also include audio. • Movie + Audio mode (page 124) • Voice recording (page 128) Quick and easy recording of voice input. • After Recording (page 173) Use this mode to add audio to snapshots after you record them.
• 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. • Never look at the sun or any other bright light through the camera’s viewfinder.
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AC adaptor power cord from the power outlet, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. Using the camera under these conditions creates the risk of fire and electric shock. After...
INTRODUCTION • Never open the battery cover, disconnect the AC adaptor from the camera, or unplug the AC adaptor from the wall socket while an image is being recorded. Doing so will not only make storage of the current image impossible, it can also corrupt other image data already stored in file memory.
INTRODUCTION 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. — Removing the battery or memory card while the camera is performing a record or memory access operation —...
INTRODUCTION 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.
QUICK START GUIDE QUICK START GUIDE First, charge the battery! Charge the rechargeable litium 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. •...
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QUICK START GUIDE Load the battery into the camera. (page 41). Stopper...
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 54 for details. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Press the power button to turn on the camera. Press [ ] to select the language you want.
QUICK START GUIDE To record an image Green operation lamp Press the power button to turn on the Snapshot mode icon camera. Align the mode dial with 10 10 1600 1600 1200N 1200N mode). ISO 80 ISO 80 F2.8 F2.8 1/1000 1/1000 Point the camera at the subject, use the...
QUICK START GUIDE To view a recorded image See page 157 for details. Press the power button to turn on the camera. Align the mode dial with (PLAY mode). Use [ ] and [ ] to scroll through the images. To delete an image 4, 5, 6 Press the power button to turn on the camera.
The following table defines the terminology used in this manual. This term as used in Means this: this manual: “camera” The CASIO EX-P700 Digital Camera “file memory” The location where the camera is currently storing images you record (page 60) “battery”...
GETTING READY 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.
GETTING READY General Guide The following illustrations show the names of each component, button, and switch on the camera. Camera I Front Zoom controller Shutter button Power button Viewfinder Self-timer lamp Remote control signal receiver Speaker External flash sync terminal Lens ring •...
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GETTING READY I Bottom Battery cover Tripod screw hole • Use this hole when attaching to a tripod. Stopper Battery compartment Memory card slot...
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.
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GETTING READY Recording mode Memory Capacity (pages 124, 262) (page 58) (Remaining number of storable Snapshot images) BESTSHOT Movie Recording: Remaining recording time Aperture Priority AE Image quality (page 78) Shutter Speed Priority AE F : FINE Manual Exposure N : NORMAL Movie E : ECONOMY Voice Recording...
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GETTING READY Digital zoom indicator (page 69) ISO sensitivity (page 133) Aperture value (pages 93, 96) Shutter speed value (pages 94, 96) • An out of range ISO sensitivity, aperture, or shutter speed setting causes the corresponding monitor screen value to turn amber. Zoom indicator (page 69) •...
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GETTING READY Shutter speed (pages 94, 96) Use this item to adjust the shutter speed. • The shutter speed is displayed in the exposure panel when the mode dial is set to “S” (shutter speed priority AE) or “M” (manual exposure). EV shift (exposure compensation value) (page 88) Use this item to adjust the exposure...
GETTING READY Focal distance (page 263) White balance indicator (page 90) Flash mode indicator (page 71) Focus mode indicator (page 80) ISO sensitivity (page 133) Manual focus icon • This icon is displayed only when “MF (Manual Focus)” is selected as the focus mode. •...
GETTING READY IMPORTANT! • The Ex Finder view cannot be displayed in the following modes: PLAY, Coupling Shot, Pre-shot, Movie. • You cannot turn off the monitor screen in the following modes: PLAY, BESTSHOT, Movie (standby). • Pressing [DISP] will not change monitor screen contents during movie recording, or during standby or recording of an audio snapshot.
GETTING READY Attaching the Strap Attach the strap to the strap ring as shown in the illustration. 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.
GETTING READY Power Requirements Your camera can operate on either battery power or AC power. • Battery One NP-40 rechargeable lithium ion battery The battery is not charged when you purchase the camera. You need to charge the battery before using the camera for the first time.
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GETTING READY I To charge the battery Correctly positioning the positive and negative terminals of the battery, load the battery into the rapid charger. Power Cord Type Plug-in Type Plug the rapid charger into a household power outlet. • This will cause the [CHARGE] lamp to turn red. •...
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GETTING READY NOTE • The power cord type rapid charger is designed for operation with any power supply in the range of 100V to 240V AC. Note, however, that the shape of the AC power cord plug varies according to country or geographic area.
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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.
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. While pulling the stopper in the direction indicated by the arrow in the illustration, slide the battery into the camera.
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. To remove the battery Open the battery cover.
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GETTING READY I If the camera does not work normally This can mean there is a problem with how the battery is loaded. Remove the battery from the camera and check the battery contacts for dirt. If the contacts are dirty, wipe them clean with a dry cloth.
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GETTING READY Supported Battery: NP-40 Storage Medium: SD Memory Card *1 Number of Shots (CIPA Standard) • Temperature: 23°C (73°F) • Monitor Screen: On • Zoom operation between full wide to full telephoto every 30 seconds, during which two images are recorded, one image with flash;...
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.
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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. —...
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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. •...
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.
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GETTING READY Plug the AC power cord into an electrical outlet. [DC IN] 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.
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.
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.
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 a REC mode or the PLAY mode. The following shows an example menu procedure in the snapshot mode.
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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 [ ].
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.
GETTING READY IMPORTANT! • Recording images without configuring the clock settings causes incorrect time information to be stored with image data. Be sure to configure the clock settings before using the camera. • A built-in backup battery retains the date and time settings for about two days if the camera is not supplied with power.
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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].
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GETTING READY Set the current date and the time. To do this: Change the setting at the current cursor location Move the cursor between settings Toggle between 12-hour and 24- hour timekeeping Press [SET] to register the settings and exit the setting screen.
Recording an Image Specifying the Recording Mode Your CASIO digital camera has seven 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.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Snapshot mode icon NOTE • The icon of the currently selected recording mode (like for the Snapshot mode) is displayed on the monitor screen. Aiming the Camera Use both hands to hold the camera still when shooting an 10 10 1600 1600...
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING IMPORTANT! • Make sure your fingers and the strap do not block the flash, microphone or lens. • When aiming the camera, take particular care to ensure that your finger is not blocking the phase differential sensor. Flash Microphone Phase differential...
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BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Align the mode dial with “ ” (Snapshot mode). • This enters the Snapshot mode for 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).
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING G Operation Lamp and Focus Frame Operation When you see this: It means this: Green focus frame The image is in focus. Green operation lamp Red focus frame The image is not in focus. Flashing green operation lamp After making sure that the image is focused properly, press the shutter button the...
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 subjects with little contrast — Strongly backlit subjects —...
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Previewing the Last Image Recorded Whenever you record an image, the camera stores a copy of it in a preview buffer. You can use the procedures described here to view the contents of the preview buffer, without exiting a REC mode. The last recorded image remains in the preview buffer until you record another image, change to the PLAY mode, or turn off camera power.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING To delete preview buffer contents after recording a single image IMPORTANT! • Note that image deletion cannot be undone. Once you delete an image, it is gone. Make sure you really do not need an image anymore before you delete it. In a REC mode, press [PREVIEW] to display the current contents of the preview buffer.
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BASIC IMAGE RECORDING IMPORTANT! • To ensure proper operation of the orientation sensor, note the following points. — Keep the camera still during recording. Moving the camera while recording can cause miss- operation of the orientation sensor. — When recording an image using portrait (vertical) orientation, make sure the camera is standing straight up, 90 degrees from horizontal.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Using the Optical Viewfinder You can conserve battery power by turning off the camera’s monitor screen (page 34) and using the optical viewfinder to compose images. IMPORTANT! • The visible area framed by the viewfinder shows the image that would be recorded at a distance of about one meter (3.3´).
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.
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 4X to 16X (in combination with optical zoom). IMPORTANT! • Digital zoom is disabled whenever the monitor screen is turned off (page 34).
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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.
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. Wide Angle : Approximately 0.4 meters to 3.6 meters (1.3´ to 11.8´) (ISO Sensitivity: Auto) Telephoto : Approximately 0.4 meters to 2.5 meters (1.3´...
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 happens because the light from the flash reflects off of the retina of the eye.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Changing the Flash Intensity Setting Perform the following steps to change the flash intensity setting. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the “REC” tab. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Flash Intensity”, and then press [ ].
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Auto”, and then press [SET]. • Selecting “Off” disables flash assist. IMPORTANT! • Flash assist may not produce the desired result for some types of subjects. • Flash assist may have little effect on your image if you changed any of the following settings when you recorded it.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING • When recording with the flash turned off ( available lighting is dim, mount the camera on a tripod. Recording images under dim lighting without the flash can cause digital noise, which makes images appear coarse. • When red-eye reduction ( ) is selected, flash intensity is adjusted automatically in accordance with the exposure.
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BASIC IMAGE RECORDING To do this: Disable the self-timer Specify a 10-second self-timer Specify a 2-second self-timer Specify Triple Self-timer Specify self-timer off for remote controller operation (page 146) Specify 2-second self-timer for remote controller operation (page 146) • With the Triple Self-timer, the camera records a series of three images in the sequence described below.
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 functions below are not available for use in combination with the Triple Self-timer.
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BASIC IMAGE RECORDING To get this: Select this setting: Image recording without TIFF compression High image quality, large file Fine size Normal image quality and Normal normal file size Low image quality, small file Economy size IMPORTANT! • Actual file size depends on the type of image you Higher record.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS This section describes other powerful features and functions that are available for recording. Selecting the Focus Mode You can select one of five different focus modes: Auto Focus, Macro, Infinity, Manual, and Pan Focus. IMPORTANT! •...
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: Approximately 40cm to ∞ (1.3´ to ∞) Press [ ] to cycle through the focus mode settings until there is no focus mode indicator on the display.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS NOTE • When “Hybrid” is selected as the Auto Focus mode (page 134), pressing the shutter button all the way without pausing at the half-way point will perform high-speed Auto Focus using the phase differential sensor only. Note, however, that high-speed Auto Focus is somewhat less reliable than the Auto Focus operation performed when you press the shutter button half way and pause.
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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 •...
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the Macro Mode The Macro mode lets you focus on close up subjects automatically. The automatic focus operation starts when you press the shutter button down half way. The following are the approximate focus ranges in the Macro mode. Ranges: 10cm to 50cm (3.9˝...
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the Infinity Mode The Infinity mode fixes focus at infinity (∞). Use this mode when recording scenery and other faraway images. Press [ ] to cycle through the focus mode settings until “ ” is shown as the focus mode indicator.
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OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS While watching the image on the monitor screen, use [ ] and [ ] to focus. To do this: Do this: Focus in on the subject Press [ ]. Focus out on the subject Press [ ]. •...
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Pan Focus You can use pan focus in the Movie mode (page 124) to fix the focus for recording without Auto Focus. Enter the Movie mode (page 124). • This automatically selects Pan Focus as the focus mode, which is indicated by “...
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS When the image is composed the way you want, press the shutter button the rest of the way to record it. NOTE • Locking the focus also locks the exposure. Exposure Compensation (EV Shift) Exposure compensation lets you change the exposure setting (EV value) manually to adjust for the lighting of your subject.
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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.
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.
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.
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OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Point the camera at a white paper or similar object under the lighting conditions for which you want to set the white balance, and then press the shutter button. • This starts the white balance adjustment procedure. The message “Complete”...
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...
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Press the shutter button half way. • This causes the camera to configure shutter speed automatically in accordance with the aperture value 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.
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OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ] and [ ] to select the shutter speed value in the exposure panel, and then use [ ] and [ ] to change the setting. Slow Shutter speed BULB, 60 seconds Movement Blurred • You could also use [ ] and [ ] to select “EV Shift” here, and then use [ ] and [ ] to specify an exposure compensation value (page 88).
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Setting Exposure Settings Manually In the M mode (manual exposure), you can adjust shutter speed and aperture manually. Align the mode dial with “M” (Manual). Aperture value Use [ ] and [ ] to select the aperture value in the exposure panel, and then use [ ] and [ ] to change the setting.
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...
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.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Auto Exposure Lock (AE Lock) The AE Lock feature lets you lock auto exposure at a particular setting. This feature is separate from the AE lock that is achieved by pressing the shutter button half way in any exposure mode besides the M mode (manual exposure).
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! • If AE Lock is already in effect, you can re-execute it by pressing [AE-L] once to release AE Lock, and then pressing [AE-L] again to perform a new AE Lock operation. • Continuous shutter recording is always performed with AE Lock.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the Normal Speed Continuous Shutter Mode The normal speed continuous shutter mode records images as long as you keep the shutter button depressed. • Recording Speed: Depends on image size and image quality settings. • Number of Shots: Maximum number of shots possible (based on remaining memory capacity) In a REC mode, press BKT].
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the High Speed Continuous Shutter Mode The high speed continuous shutter mode provides higher speed recording than the normal speed coutinuous shutter mode. • Recording Speed: Three images per second (The interval between shots is longer when shooting at slow shutter speeds) •...
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 25-shot Stop Action Images (Using the Multi Continuous Shutter Mode) Use the following procedure to record 25 consecutive stop- action shots at high speed and combine them into a single image. In a REC mode, press [ BKT].
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Continuous Shutter Precautions Continuous shutter cannot be used when any one of the following conditions exists. — When TIFF is selected for the image resolution (page 78) — When “BULB” is selected for the shutter speed (pages 95, 96) —...
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Auto Bracketing Auto bracketing lets you select a single particular setting as a variable, and then record a series of images, each of which uses a different setting for the variable you selected. You can then select the image(s) you want to keep. There are two types of auto bracketing variables: configurable and non-configurable.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Auto Bracketing with Exposure Selected as the Variable (AE Bracketing) With AE bracketing, you can specify recording of three images or five images each of which is recorded with a different Auto Exposure setting. You can also specify the range of change for the exposure value (shift range).
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Auto Bracketing with White Balance as the Variable (WB Bracketing) With WB bracketing, you can specify recording of three images or five images, each of which is recorded with a different white balance setting. As the white balance setting changes, the image takes on a more reddish or bluish tinge.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Auto Bracketing with the Focus Distance as the Variable (Focus Bracketing) With focus bracketing, you can specify recording of three images or five images, each of which is recorded using a different focus distance setting. You can also specify the range of change for the focus distance (shift range).
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS NOTE • Selecting “Filter 1” records images with the monochrome, sepia, red, and purple filters. • Selecting “Filter 2” records images with the green, blue, yellow, and pink filters. • Selecting “Portrait” records a normal image, followed by an image with soft focus and enhanced flesh tones.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Previewing Images Recorded with High Speed Continuous Shutter or Auto Bracketing You can preview all of the images recorded by a high speed continuous shutter (page 102) or auto bracketing (page 105) operation. To view current preview buffer contents after recording multiple images In a REC mode after recording with high...
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! • Pressing [PREVIEW] following normal speed, multi continuous shutter mode, or snapshot operation displays the last image recorded only. • Preview buffer contents are cleared by the following operations. — Turning off the camera — Changing the mode dial setting —...
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS To do this: Delete all of the images of the last high speed continuous shutter or auto bracketing operation Delete only the image you selected using [ ] and [ ] Cancel the delete operation After the setting is the way you want, press [SET].
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OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Scene Number Scene Name Monochrome Retro Twilight Business cards and documents (page 121) White board,etc. (page 121) Register User Scene (page 115) Align the mode dial with , and then press [SET]. • This enters the BESTSHOT mode and displays a sample scene.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • The slowest possible shutter speed setting when using the multi continuous shutter mode (page 103) is 1/15 second. Because of this, images probably will be underexposed if you use the multi continuous shutter mode while the fireworks BESTSHOT scene is selected.
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OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ] and [ ] to display the image whose setup you want to register as a BESTSHOT scene. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Save”, and then press [SET]. • This registers the setup. •...
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS I To delete a BESTSHOT user setup Align the mode dial with , and then press [SET]. Use [ ] and [ ] to display the user setup you want to delete. Press [EX ] to delete the user setup. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Delete”.
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OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • Combined Images Align the mode dial with , and then press [SET]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Coupling Shot”, and then press [SET]. Align the focus frame on the monitor screen with the subject you want on the left side of the image.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS When everything is aligned correctly, record the right side of the image. IMPORTANT! • Coupling Shot temporarily uses file memory to store data. You may get an error during Coupling Shot recording if there is not enough file memory available to store the required data.
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OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • Freeze the background on the monitor screen. • Record the image, using the background on the monitor screen as a guide. • Only the second image is recorded. Align the mode dial with [SET]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Pre-shot”, and then press [SET].
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • You can press [MENU] at this point to clear the semi-transparent background from the monitor screen. Then you can repeat step 3 to record a new background. After composing the final image (using the semi-transparent background as a guide), the person with the camera should press the shutter button to record.
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OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS I Setup Sample Images • Business cards and • White board, etc. documents IMPORTANT! • Before recording, compose the image so outline of the item you want to record fits entirely within the monitor screen. The camera will not be able to detect the shape of the subject correctly unless it is enclosed entirely within the monitor screen.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS To use Business Shot Align the mode dial with “ [SET]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the Business Shot image you want, and then press [SET]. Record the image. • This displays a screen that shows all of the objects in the image that qualify as candidates for...
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the Movie Mode You can record movies with audio. A single movie can be as long as available memory capacity allows. • File Format: AVI AVI format conforms to the Motion JPEG format promoted by the Open DML Group. •...
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OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • The remaining recording time counts down and the elapsed recording time counts up on the monitor screen as you record. • Starting a movie record operation causes optical zoom to be disabled. Only digital zoom is available while a movie record operation is in progress.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS — Auto Focus is not performed in the case of the Pan Focus ( ), Manual Focus ( ) focus modes, and so no confirmation tone sounds. In the case of the Manual Focus mode, you cannot adjust focus settings while recording is in progress.
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OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS NOTE • You can play back an audio file recorded in the Audio Snapshot mode on your computer using Windows Media Player. • Recording audio for a snapshot creates two separate files: one for the image data and one for the audio data.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Recording stops after about 30 seconds or when you press the shutter button. IMPORTANT! • The Audio Snapshot mode is unavailable during image recording using any of the following: Triple Self-timer, continuous shutter, auto bracketing, Coupling Shot. •...
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OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Align the mode dial with “ ”. • This enters the Voice Recording mode and displays a indicator. Remaining recording time Press the shutter button to start voice recording. • The remaining recording time value counts down on the monitor screen and the green operation lamp flashes as recording is performed.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the Histogram You can use [DISP] 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. Histogram •...
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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”...
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 • Auto Focus mode (AF mode) • Metering • Color filtering • Sharpness • Saturation •...
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.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Selecting the Auto Focus (AF) Mode Use the following procedure to change the AF mode. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. Select the “REC” tab, select “AF Mode”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Selecting the Metering Mode Use the following procedure to specify multi (multi pattern) metering, spot metering, or center weighted metering as the metering mode. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. Select the “REC” tab, select “Metering”, and then press [ ].
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].
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].
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 [ ].
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/remote controller mode, metering mode.
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.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Specifying Power On Default Settings The camera’s “mode memory” feature lets you specify the power on default settings individually for the flash mode, focus mode, white balance mode, ISO sensitivity, AF Area, Metering, Self-timer, Cont./BKT, Flash Intensity, digital zoom mode, manual focus position and zoom position.
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OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS In a REC mode, press [MENU]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the “Memory” tab. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the item you want to change, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Resetting the Camera Use the following procedure to reset all of the camera’s settings to their initial defaults as shown under “Menu Reference” on page 249. In a REC mode or the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Reset”, and then press [ ].
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS NOTE • You can also configure a setting by holding down ], selecting the item you want with [ ] and [ ], and then changing the setting with [ ] and [ ]. The setting is applied when you release [EX Using the Card Remote Controller for Recording You can use the card remote controller (WR-4C) that comes with the camera when recording.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Loading the Battery You need to load a lithium battery (CR2025) into the card remote controller before you can use it to control the camera. While pressing point A in the direction indicated by the arrow, pull the battery holder from the remote controller.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Slide the battery holder back into the remote controller. IMPORTANT! • Take care to ensure that the battery is not accidentally swallowed when it is removed from the remote controller. Particular care is required where young children are present. •...
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! • The “ ” setting is useful when you want to be part of the image you are recording. The delay gives you time to look at the camera after operating the remote controller. • The remote controller can be used in the PLAY mode and the Voice Recording mode, regardless of the Triple Self-timer setting.
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OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! • Any one of the following conditions can reduce the range for remote controller operations. — When the card remote controller signal emitter is at an angle to the camera’s signal receiver — When the camera is exposed to bright light —...
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using an External Flash Use of a commercially available flash unit makes it possible to obtain a higher level of brightness (guide number) than you get when using the built-in flash alone. An external flash also makes it possible to extend the effective range of flash photography.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Before Using an External Flash Unit Be sure to perform the following steps before using an external flash unit. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. Select the “REC” tab, select “External flash”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “On”, and then press [SET].
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using an External Flash Unit IMPORTANT! • Always make sure that the external flash unit is turned off before attaching it to or detaching it from the camera. Leaving the flash unit on can cause it to fire unexpectedly.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Turn on the external flash unit, and set it up for the camera’s aperture (F) value (pages 93, 96) and sensitivity (ISO 80 equivalent) value. • Depending on shooting conditions, proper exposure may not be obtained even if you properly set the auto aperture (F) value and ISO sensitivity of the flash unit to match those of the camera.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using a Conversion Lens or Filter Installing the optionally available Conversion Lens Adaptors (LU-60A) on the camera makes it possible to use a recommended conversion lens or close-up lens, or a commercially available filter for recording. • The Conversion Lens Adaptors (LU-60A) includes a TELE CONVERTER ADAPTOR and a WIDE CONVERTER ADAPTOR.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Installing a Conversion Lens or Close-up Lens A conversion lens provides your camera with telephoto or wide angle capabilities. A close-up lens enables macro photography. Turn off the camera, and then remove the lens ring installed on its lens. •...
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OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS I Conversion Lens and Close-up Lens Precautions • Be sure to install the TELE CONVERTER ADAPTOR or WIDE CONVERTER ADAPTOR before installing a conversion lens or close-up lens. • Carefully read the user documentation that comes with the conversion lenses and close-up lens for information about how to use them properly.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS I Optical Zoom Precautions • Optical zoom is possible only up to about 2X while a wide converter is installed. This is to prevent damage to the wide converter by contact with the camera lens as it extends.
PLAYBACK Playing an Audio Snapshot Perform the steps below to display an audio snapshot (indicated by ) and play its audio. In the PLAY mode, use [ ] and [ ] until the image you want is displayed. Press [SET]. •...
PLAYBACK 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. Shift the zoom controller towards to enlarge the image.
PLAYBACK Resizing an Image You can use the following procedure to change a snapshot image to one of the three sizes. 1600 × 1200-pixel UXGA size 1280 × 960-pixel SXGA size 640 × 480-pixel VGA size • VGA is the optimum image size for attachment to e-mail messages or incorporation into Web pages.
PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! • Resizing an image creates a new file that contains the image in the size you select. The file with the original image also remains in memory. • Images smaller than 640 × 480 pixels cannot be resized. •...
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PLAYBACK Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to move the cropping boundary up, down, left, or right until the area of the image you want to extract is within the boundary. Press [SET] to extract the part of the image enclosed in the cropping boundary.
PLAYBACK Checking the Focus of a Recorded Image You can use the following procedure to enlarge a recorded image to check its focus. In the PLAY mode, use [ ] and [ ] to display the image whose focus you want to check.
PLAYBACK Playing a Movie Use the following procedure to play back a movie that was recorded in the Movie mode. In the PLAY mode, press [ ] and [ ] to scroll through images until the movie you want to play is displayed.
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.
PLAYBACK Selecting a Specific Image in the 9- image View Display the 9-image view. Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to move the selection boundary up, down, left, or right until it is located at the image you want to view.
PLAYBACK • Pressing [ ] while the date selection cursor is located anywhere in the top line of the calendar causes the previous month to appear. • Pressing [ ] while the date selection cursor is located anywhere in the bottom line of the calendar causes the next month to appear.
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• 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.
PLAYBACK To specify the slideshow images Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Images”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET]. To do this: Include all files in file memory in the slideshow Display a single file Include all files in the FAVORITE...
PLAYBACK To specify the slideshow time Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Time”. Use [ ] and [ ] to specify the time setting you want, and then press [SET]. • You can specify a time in the range of 1 to 60 minutes.
• 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 movie images or the voice recording file icon.
PLAYBACK Using Image Roulette Image Roulette cycles images like a slot machine on the display, before stopping at one of them. When you start an Image Roulette operation, images scroll randomly on the screen. At first, images scroll at high speed. Then the scrolling gradually slows down until a single image is stopped on the screen.
PLAYBACK Adding Audio to a Snapshot The “after-recording” feature lets you add audio to snapshots after they are recorded. You can also re-record the auto of an audio snapshot (one with a • Audio Format: WAVE/ADPCM recording format This is the Windows standard format for audio recording. The file extension of a WAVE/ADPCM file is “.WAV”.
PLAYBACK To re-record audio In the PLAY mode, use [ ] and [ ] to scroll through snapshots until the one whose audio you want to re-record is displayed. Press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Dubbing”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Delete”, and then press [SET].
PLAYBACK Playing Back a Voice Recording File Perform the following steps to play back a voice recording file. In the PLAY mode, use [ ] and [ ] to display the voice recording file (a file with you want to play. Press [SET].
PLAYBACK Displaying Camera Images on a TV Screen You can display recorded images on a TV screen and even use a TV screen to compose images before you record them. To display camera images on a TV, you need a television equipped with a video input terminal, and the AV cable that comes with the camera.
PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! • All icons and indicators that appear on the monitor screen also appear on the TV screen. • Note that the audio output is monaural. • The camera’s monitor screen will go blank during video output. • Depending on the size of the TV screen, recorded images and images during recording may not fill the entire screen.
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.
DELETING FILES IMPORTANT! • If a file cannot be deleted for some reason, the message “This function is not supported for this file.” appears when you try to delete it. Deleting All Files The following procedure deletes all unprotected files currently in memory.
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.
FILE MANAGEMENT Protecting Files Once you protect a file it cannot be deleted (page 178). 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”...
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]. •...
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FILE MANAGEMENT Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Save”, and then press [SET]. • This displays the names of the files in built-in memory or on the loaded memory card. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the file you want to copy to the FAVORITE folder.
FILE MANAGEMENT To display a file in the FAVORITE folder In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Favorites”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Show”, and then press [SET]. •...
FILE MANAGEMENT To delete a file from the FAVORITE folder In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Favorites”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Show”, and then press [SET]. Press [EX Use [ ] and [ ] to select the file you want to delete from the FAVORITE folder.
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 In a REC mode or the PLAY mode, press [MENU].
OTHER SETTINGS To set the volume level In a REC mode or the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Sounds”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Volume”. Use [ ] and [ ] to specify the volume setting you want, and then press [SET].
OTHER SETTINGS IMPORTANT! • You can select any one of the following types of image as the startup image. — The camera’s built-in startup image — A snapshot you recorded with the camera — An audio snapshot you recorded with the camera (Audio not played back at startup.) —...
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OTHER SETTINGS Change the name of the file to one of the following. Snapshot Image: ENDING.JPG Movie Image: ENDING.AVI • You do not need to input the file name extension (JPG or AVI) if your computer is configured to hide file name extensions.
OTHER SETTINGS I To cancel power down image settings Use the USB cable to connect the camera to your computer (page 216). Change the name of the current power down image from ENDING.JPG or ENDING.AVI to something else, or delete the current power down image from flash memory.
OTHER SETTINGS Using the Alarm You can configure up to three alarms that cause the camera to beep and display a specified image at the time you specify. Specifying a movie or an audio snapshot plays back the image and the audio at the assigned time. Specifying a voice recording file plays the audio.
OTHER SETTINGS Stopping the Alarm When an alarm time is reached while the camera is turned off, the alarm will sound for about one minute (or until you stop it), and then the camera will turn on. To stop the alarm after it starts to sound, press any button.
OTHER SETTINGS Use [ ] and [ ] to select “City”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select the geographical area that contains location you want to select as your Home Time zone, and then press [SET].
OTHER SETTINGS Changing the Date Format You can select from among three different formats for display of the date. In a REC mode or the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Date Style”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to change the setting, and then press [SET].
OTHER SETTINGS To configure World Time settings In a REC mode or the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “World Time”, and then press [ ]. • This displays the current World Time zone. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “World”, and then press [ ].
OTHER SETTINGS To configure summer time (DST) settings Summer time is used in some geographical areas to advance the current time setting by one hour during the summer months. • Use of summer time depends on the local customs and laws.
OTHER SETTINGS Changing the Display Language You can use the following procedure to select one of ten languages as the display language. In a REC mode or the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Language”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to change the setting, and then press [SET].
OTHER SETTINGS • Mass Storage (USB DIRECT-PRINT) causes the camera to see the computer as an external storage device. Use this setting for normal transfer of images from the camera to a computer (using the bundled Photo Loader application). • PTP (PictBridge) simplifies the transfer of image data to the connected device.
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OTHER SETTINGS Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Format”, and then press [SET]. • To exit the format operation without formatting, select “Cancel”.
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.
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.
• 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 green operation lamp is flashing. Doing so can cause the file save operation to fail, and even damage the memory card.
USING A MEMORY CARD Load the memory card into the camera. Turn on the camera. Next, enter the REC mode or PLAY mode and press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Format”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Format”, and then press [SET].
USING A MEMORY CARD Copying Files Use the procedures below to copy files between built-in memory and a memory card. IMPORTANT! • Only snapshot, movie files, audio snapshot, and voice recording files recorded with this camera can be copied. Other files cannot be copied. •...
USING A MEMORY CARD To copy a specific file from a memory card to built-in memory Perform steps 1 through 3 of the procedure under “To copy all the files in built-in memory to a memory card”. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Card and then press [SET].
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...
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...
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.
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.
PRINTING IMAGES Using PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT You can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT, and perform image selection and printing using the camera monitor screen and controls. DPOF support (page 207) also lets you specify which images you want to print and how many copies of each should be printed.
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PRINTING IMAGES Connect the optionally available AC adaptor to the camera. • If you are using battery to power the camera, check to make sure that the battery is fully charged. • Note that the camera does not draw any power over the USB cable.
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PRINTING IMAGES 10 . Use [ ] and [ ] to select the paper size you want to use for printing, and then press [SET]. • The following are the print sizes that are available. 3.5˝ × 5˝ 5˝ × 7˝ 4˝...
PRINTING IMAGES The camera will turn off automatically when printing is complete. After this happens, disconnect the USB cable from the camera. To print a group of images Use the DPOF procedure on page 207 to specify the images in file memory that you want to print.
PRINTING IMAGES To print again, repeat the above from step 3. • A message appears on the monitor screen, followed by the DPOF setting screen (page 208), if there are no DPOF settings currently configured on the camera to control the printing operation. If this happens, configure the required DPOF settings and then try printing again.
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.
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.
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I Windows XP Users • Installation of the USB driver is not required, so jump directly to step 6. Set the bundled CD-ROM (CASIO Digital Camera Software) into the CD-ROM drive of your computer. On the menu screen that appears, click “English”.
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VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER On the screen that appears after installation is complete, select the “Yes, I want to restart my computer now.” check box and then click [Finish] to restart your computer. • Note that you should leave the bundled CD-ROM in your computer’s CD-ROM drive when you restart.
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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 (USB DIRECT-PRINT)”, and then press [SET].
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VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Turn on the camera. • This will cause the “New Hardware...” dialog box to appear on the computer screen as the computer automatically detects the camera’s file memory. After you install the USB driver, “New Hardware...” dialog box will no longer appear when you perform the above steps to establish a USB connection.
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VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER I 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.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER USB Connection Precautions • Do not leave the same image displayed on your computer screen for a long time. Doing so can cause the image to “burn in” on the screen. • Never disconnect the USB cable, or perform any camera operation while data communication is in progress.
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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.
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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 (USB DIRECT-PRINT)”, and then press [SET].
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VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Turn on the camera. • Your Macintosh will see the camera’s file memory as a drive. • The appearance of the drive icon depends on the Mac OS version you are using. • After installing the USB driver, your Macintosh will see the camera’s file memory as a drive whenever you establish a USB connection between them.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER USB Connection Precautions • Do not leave the same image displayed on your computer screen for a long time. Doing so can cause the image to “burn in” on the screen. • Never disconnect the USB cable, or perform any camera operation while data communication is in progress.
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.
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.
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* These folders are created in built-in memory only. 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...
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER • FAVORITE folder Folder that contains Favorites image files (Image Size: 320 × 240 pixels) • DPOF file folder Folder that contains DPOF files • TIFF Data Folder Folder that contains All TIFF format image related files •...
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Built-in Memory and Memory Card Precautions • Note that the folder named “DCIM” is the parent (top) folder of all the files in memory. When transferring memory contents to a hard disk, CD-R, MO disk, or other external storage, treat all the contents inside a DCIM folder as a set and always keep them together.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER The album feature of the camera creates files that make it possible for you to view images on your computer in a photo album layout. You can also use the applications contained on the CD-ROM that comes bundled with the camera to automate image transfer and to retouch images.
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USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Create Album”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Create”, and then press [SET]. • This starts creation of the album, and causes the message “Busy...
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Selecting an Album Layout You can select from among 10 different display layouts for an album. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Create Album”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Layout”.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER I Background Color You can specify white, black, or gray as the color of the album background using the procedure under “Configuring Detailed Album Settings”. I Album Type There are two album types: “Normal” and “Index/Info”. “Normal”...
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USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER I Auto Album Creation On/Off This setting controls whether an album is created automatically whenever you turn off the camera. To do this: Select this option: Turn on auto album creation Turn off auto album creation •...
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Viewing Album Files You can view and print album files using your computer’s Web browser application. Use your computer to access the data in built- in memory or on the memory card, or access a memory card with your computer (pages 216, 227).
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USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Index Info • The following describes the information that appears on the Info Screen. This Info Screen item: File Size Resolution Quality Recording mode Drive mode Light metering Shutter speed Aperture stop Exposure comp Focusing mode AF Area Flash mode...
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER This Info Screen item: Shows this: Digital zoom Digital zoom setting World Location Date Recording date and time Model Camera model name NOTE • When printing an album page, you should set up your Web browser as described below. —...
About the bundled CD-ROM (CASIO Digital Camera Software) The CD-ROM (CASIO Digital Camera Software) that comes bundled with the camera contains the applications described below. Installation of these applications is optional, and you should install only the ones you want to use.
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Loader (Windows version only) also includes a feature that simplifies the task of attaching images to e-mail. • See the user documentation file (PDF) on the bundled “CASIO Digital Camera Software” CD-ROM for details about using Photo Loader. Photohands (for Windows)
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Computer System Requirements Computer system requirements depend on each of the applications, as described below. Windows USB Driver* Photo Loader /2000/Me/ XP/2000/Me/98 Memory – At least 16MB – At least 7MB In the case of Windows 2000, you need to install a data file that enables use of the operating system’s standard USB driver.
“readme” file on the CD-ROM (CASIO Digital Camera Software) that comes bundled with the camera. • The software on the CD-ROM (CASIO Digital Camera Software) that comes bundled with the camera does not support operation under Mac OS X (10.0).
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Getting Started Start up your computer and insert the CD-ROM into its CD- ROM drive. This will automatically launch the menu application, which displays a menu screen on your computer. • The menu application may not start up automatically on some computers.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Installing an Application Click the “Install” button for the application you want to install. Follow the instructions that appear on your computer screen. IMPORTANT! • Be sure to follow the instructions carefully and completely. If you make a mistake when installing Photo Loader, you may not be able to browse your existing library information and HTML files that are created automatically by Photo Loader.
Installing Software from the CD-ROM on a Macintosh Use the procedures in this section to install the software from the bundled CD-ROM (CASIO Digital Camera Software) to your computer. Installing Software Use the following procedures to install the software.
Systems website. I To view the camera user’s guide On the CD-ROM, open the “Manual” folder. Open the “Digital Camera” folder, and then open the folder for the language whose user’s guide you want to view. Open the file named “camera_xx.pdf”.
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On the CD-ROM, open the “Manual” folder. Open the “Photo Loader” folder and then open the “English” folder. Open “PhotoLoader_english”. I To register as a camera user Internet registration only is supported. Visit the following CASIO website to register: http://world.casio.com/qv/register/...
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 3072 ×...
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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 Cont. / BKT On / Off Flash Intensity On / Off Digital Zoom...
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APPENDIX I PLAY mode G PLAY tab menu Slideshow Start / Images / Time / Interval / Cancel Calendar – Favorites Show / Save / Cancel DPOF Select images / All images / Cancel Protect On / All Files : On / Cancel Rotation Rotate / Cancel 1600 ×...
APPENDIX Indicator Lamp Reference The camera has three indicator lamps: a green operation lamp, a red operation lamp, and a self-timer lamp. These lamps light and flash to indicate the current operational status of the camera. Green operation lamp AE-L Red operation lamp * There are three lamp flash patterns.
APPENDIX Self-timer Operation Lamp Lamp Green Pattern 3 Low battery alert Pattern 3 Formatting card Pattern 3 Powering down IMPORTANT! • When you are using a memory card, never remove the card from the camera while the green operation lamp is flashing. Doing so will cause recorded images to be lost.
APPENDIX Rapid Charger The rapid charger has a [CHARGE] lamp that lights or flashes in accordance with the rapid charger operation that is being performed. [CHARGE] lamp [CHARGE] Lamp Meaning Color Status Charging Green Charging complete Flashing Rapid charger or battery abnormality Charge standby state (Ambient temperature is Amber too high or too low.)
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 51). down. 2) The battery is dead. Image is not recorded 1) The camera is in the PLAY mode.
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APPENDIX Symptom Auto Focus does not focus 1) The lens is dirty. properly 2) The phase differential sensor is dirty. 3) You are blocking the phase differential sensor with your finger. 4) The subject is not located in the center of the focus frame when you compose the image.
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APPENDIX Symptom Camera powers down The battery is dead. during self-timer countdown. Monitor screen image is 1) You are using the Manual Focus mode and out of focus. have not focused the image. 2) You are trying to use the Macro mode ( when shooting a scenery or portrait shot.
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Use a different card. This camera cannot display non-DCF images recorded onto a memory card using another digital camera. Remove the battery from the camera, reinsert it, and then try again. 1) After confirming that the computer is not accessing camera memory, disconnect the USB cable.
You may not be able to install the USB driver properly if you use the USB cable to connect the camera to a computer running Windows 98 before installing the USB driver from the bundled CD-ROM (CASIO Digital Camera Software), or if you have another type of driver installed.
APPENDIX Display Messages Alarm setting This message appears after you change the alarm complete. setting. Battery is low. The battery is dead. Cannot correct Keystone correction cannot be performed for some image! reason. The image will be stored as-is, without correction (page 121).
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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.
APPENDIX Specifications Product ... Digital Camera Model ... EX-P700 I Camera Functions Image Files Format Snapshots ... JPEG (Exif Ver.2.2); TIFF; DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) 1.0 standard; DPOF compliant Movies ... AVI (Motion JPEG) Audio ... WAV Recording Media ...
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APPENDIX • Movies (320 × 240 pixels) Data Size 300KB/second max. * Based on Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. products. Capacity depends on card manufacturer. * To determine the number of images that can be stored on a memory card of a different capacity, multiply the capacities in the table by the appropriate value.
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APPENDIX White Balance ... Automatic, fixed (7 modes), manual switching Sensitivity ... Auto, ISO 80, ISO 160, ISO 320, ISO Self-timer ... 10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self- timer, Remote controller, Remote controller and 2-second Self-timer Built-in Flash Flash Modes ... AUTO, ON, OFF, Red eye reduction Flash Range ...
APPENDIX I Power Requirements Power Requirements ... Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-40) × 1 AC adaptor (AD-C40) Approximate Battery Life: The values below indicate the amount of time under the conditions defined below, until power automatically turns off due to battery failure. They do not guarantee that you will be able to achieve this level of operation.
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APPENDIX I Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery (NP-40) Rated Voltage ... 3.7 V Rated Capacitance ... 1230 mAh Operating Temperature Range ... 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Dimensions ... 38.5(W) × 38.0(H) × 9.3(D) mm (1.5˝(W) × 1.5˝(H) × 0.37˝(D)) Weight ...
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APPENDIX I Card Remote Controller (WR-4C) Power Requirements ... Lithium battery (CR2025) × 1 Approximate Battery Life ... 20,000 button operations • One button operation is defined as depressing a button for one second, and then releasing it for one second. Operating Temperature ...
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