Page 1: Digital Camera
Digital Camera EX-Z600 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 CD-ROM • Note that the shape of the AC adaptor depends on the area where you purchased the camera. Special AC Adaptor (Inlet Type) (AD-C52G) USB Cradle...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION Contents INTRODUCTION Unpacking ... 2 Features ... 9 Precautions ... 12 QUICK START GUIDE First, charge the battery! ... 18 To configure display language and clock settings ... 19 To record an image ... 20 To view a recorded image ... 21 To delete an image ...
Page 4 INTRODUCTION Using the Self-timer ... 67 Specifying Image Size ... 70 Specifying Image Quality ... 71 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Selecting the Focus Mode ... 73 Using Auto Focus Using the Macro Mode Using Pan Focus Using the Infinity Mode Using Manual Focus Using Focus Lock Exposure Compensation (EV Shift) ...
Page 5 INTRODUCTION PLAYBACK Basic Playback Operation ... 121 Playing an Audio Snapshot Zooming the Display Image ... 123 Resizing an Image ... 124 Cropping an Image ... 125 Keystone Correction ... 127 Using Color Restoration to Correct the Color of an Old Photograph ... 128 Playing and Editing a Movie ...
Page 6 INTRODUCTION 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 an Image for the Startup Screen ... 158 Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Method ...
Page 7 INTRODUCTION VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ... 186 Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer ... 194 Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to a Computer ... 198 Memory Data ... 199 DCF Protocol Memory Folder Structure Image Files Supported by the Camera...
Page 8 EX-Z600. • 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 • Restoring an Old Photograph (page 97) You can use the procedure in this section to restore an old, faded photograph with the color provided by modern digital camera technology. • Movie recording with audio (page 100) VGA size, 30 fps, Motion JPEG format •...
Page 11 INTRODUCTION • Real-time RGB histogram (page 107) An on-screen histogram lets you adjust exposure as you view the effect on overall image brightness, which makes shooting under difficult lighting conditions easier than ever before. • Keystone Correction (page 127) A simple operation corrects for keystoning, which occurs when you record the image of a blackboard or poster from an angle.
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 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...
Page 14 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.
Page 15: Data Error Precautions
INTRODUCTION 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. — Removing the battery or memory card, or setting the camera onto the USB cradle while the camera is performing a record or memory access operation —...
Page 16: 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 17: Caring For Your Camera
INTRODUCTION I Caring for your camera • Fingerprints, dust, or any other soiling of the lens can interfere with proper image recording. Never touch the lens with your fingers. You can remove dust particles from the lens surface by using a lens blower to blow them off.
Page 18: Quick Start Guide
QUICK START GUIDE QUICK START GUIDE First, charge the battery! Load the battery into the camera (page 32). Stopper Place the camera onto the USB cradle to charge the battery (page 33). • Note that the shape of the AC adaptor depends on the area where you purchased the camera.
Page 19: 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 47 for details. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 DISP [SET] Press the power button to turn on the camera.
Page 20: To Record An Image
QUICK START GUIDE To record an image See page 51 for details. Auto recording icon Focus frame Operation lamp Before using a commercially available memory card, be sure to first format it using the camera’s formatting procedure. For details about formatting a memory card, see page 172.
Page 21: To View A Recorded Image
QUICK START GUIDE To view a recorded image See page 121 for details. Press [ ] (PLAY). • This enters the PLAY (playback) mode. Use [ ] and [ ] to scroll through the images. To delete an image 2, 3, 4, 5 Press [ ] (PLAY).
Page 22: Getting Ready
The following table defines the terminology used in this manual. This term as used in this Means this: manual: “camera” The CASIO EX-Z600 Digital Camera “file memory” The location where the camera is currently storing images you record (page 52) “battery”...
Page 23: General Guide
GETTING READY I File Memory The term “file memory” in this manual is a general term that refers to the location where your camera is currently storing the images you record. File memory can be any one of the following three locations. •...
Page 24 GETTING READY I Back Operation lamp ] (PLAY mode) button ] (REC mode) button [BS] (BEST SHOT) button Strap ring [ ][ ][ ][ ] [SET] button [MENU] button Monitor Screen I Bottom Stopper Memory card slot Battery compartment Battery cover Tripod screw hole * Use this hole when attaching to a tripod.
Page 25: Usb Cradle
GETTING READY USB Cradle Simply placing your CASIO digital camera onto the USB cradle lets you perform the following tasks. • Battery charging (page 33) • Viewing of images using the Photo Stand slideshow feature (page 141). • TV connectability for viewing of images on a television screen (page 146).
Page 26: 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 27 GETTING READY Metering mode indicator ISO sensitivity (page 115) (page 116) None Multi Aperture value (page 54) Center Weighted Shutter speed value Spot (page 54) • Snapshots: Image size Date and time (page 70) (page 160) • Snapshots: Memory capacity (pages 54, 232) EV value (page 81) •...
Page 28: Play Mode
GETTING READY Digital zoom indicator (page 60) Zoom indicator (page 60) • Left side indicates optical zoom. • Right side indicates digital zoom. PLAY Mode PLAY mode file type Folder name/File name (page 151) Snapshot Example : When a file named Movie CIMG0023.JPG is stored in a folder Audio Snapshot...
Page 29 (page 37) Histogram (page 107) EV value (page 81) IMPORTANT! • Some information may not display properly if you display an image that was recorded using a different Auto digital camera model. Daylight Cloudy Shade Day White Daylight Tungsten Manual...
Page 30: Changing The Contents Of The Monitor Screen
GETTING READY I PLAY Mode Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen Each press of [ ] (DISP) changes the contents of the monitor screen as shown below. I REC Mode Indicators on Histogram/Details on Indicators on Histogram on Indicators off Indicators off...
Page 31: Attaching The Strap
GETTING READY IMPORTANT! • Pressing [ ] (DISP) will not change monitor screen contents during standby or recording of an audio snapshot. • You can use [ ] (DISP) to turn off the monitor screen only when voice recording in the REC mode. You cannot turn off the monitor screen for any other recording function.
Page 32: Power Requirements
GETTING READY Power Requirements Your camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-40). Loading the Rechargeable Battery Slide the battery cover 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, align the arrow mark on the battery with the arrow mark on the camera and slide the battery into...
Page 33: To Charge The Battery
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. The battery is not fully charged when you use the camera for the first time after purchasing it.
Page 34 GETTING READY NOTE • The bundled AC adaptor 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.
Page 35 GETTING READY • The [CHARGE] lamp on the USB cradle should turn red, indicating that charging has started. When charging is complete, the [CHARGE] lamp will turn green. • It takes about 180 minutes to achieve a full charge. Actual charging time depends on current battery capacity and charging conditions.
Page 36 Check to make sure that the AC adaptor’s power cord is connected securely to the power outlet and USB cradle. • If the same symptoms occur again when you place the camera on the USB cradle after taking the above steps, contact a CASIO authorized service center.
Page 37: Low Battery Indicator
GETTING READY I Low Battery Indicator The following shows how the battery capacity indicator on the monitor screen changes as battery power is used. The indicator means that remaining battery power is low. Note that you will not be able to record images while the battery indicator is .
Page 38: To Replace The Battery
NOTE Stopper • The term “battery” in this manual refers to the CASIO NP-40 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery. • Use only the USB cradle (CA-29) that comes with the camera or the optionally available charger (BC-30L) to charge the special NP-40 rechargeable lithium ion battery.
Page 39 GETTING READY • Failure to observe any of the following precautions while using the battery creates the risk of overheating, fire, and explosion. — Never use any other type of charger except the optional charger specified for the battery. — Never try to use the battery to power any device other than this camera.
Page 40 GETTING READY G PRECAUTIONS DURING USE • The battery is designed for use with this CASIO digital camera only. • Use only the USB cradle that comes with the camera or the specified optional charger to charge the battery. Never use any other type of charger for charging.
Page 41 • Should the cord of the AC adaptor become damaged (exposed internal wiring), contact your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. A damaged AC adaptor cord creates the risk of fire or electric shock. • Use the AC adaptor where it will not be splashed with water.
Page 42: Turning The Camera On And Off
GETTING READY Turning the Camera On and Off I To turn on the camera Press the power button, [ ] (REC) or [ operation lamp will light green momentarily, and then power will turn on. The mode the camera enters depends on which button you pressed to turn it on.
Page 43: Configuring Power Saving Settings
GETTING READY I To turn off the camera Press the power button to turn off the camera. NOTE • You can setup the camera so it does not turn on when you press [ ] (REC) or [ turn off when you press [ ] (REC) or [ For details, see “Configuring [ (PLAY) Power On/Off Functions”...
Page 44 GETTING READY G See “Using the On-screen Menus” (page 45) for information about how to use menus. To configure this feature: Select this setting: Sleep Sleep Auto Power Off Auto Power Off Use [ ] and [ ] to change the currently selected setting, and then press [SET].
Page 45: Using The On-Screen Menus
GETTING READY Using the On-screen Menus Pressing [MENU] displays menus on the monitor screen that you can use to perform various operations. The menu that appears depends on whether you are in the REC mode or the PLAY mode. The following shows an example menu procedure in the REC mode.
Page 46 GETTING READY G Menu Screen Operations When you want to do this: Do this: Move between tabs Press [ ] and [ ]. Move from the tab to the Press [ ]. settings Move from the settings to Press [ ]. the tab Move between the settings Press [ ] and [ ].
Page 47: Configuring Display Language And Clock Settings
GETTING READY Perform one of the following operations to apply the setting you configured. To do this: Perform this key operation: Apply the setting and exit Press [SET]. the menu screen. Apply the setting and return to feature selection Press [ ]. in step 4.
Page 48: Configuring Display Language And Clock Settings
GETTING READY • A built-in backup battery retains the date and time settings of the camera for about 30 hours if the camera is not supplied with power. Date and time settings will be cleared when the backup battery goes dead. The following are the conditions when power is not being supplied to the camera.
Page 49 GETTING READY Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select the geographical area where you live, and then press [SET]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the name of the city where you live, and then press [SET].
Page 50 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.
Page 51: Basic Image Recording
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING BASIC IMAGE RECORDING This section describes the basic procedure for recording an image. Recording an Image 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.
Page 52: Recording An Image
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING • There is a speaker on the bottom of the camera. The operation sound and other sounds can become difficult to hear if you cover the speaker with your hand while holding it. Speaker NOTE • Moving the camera as you press the shutter button or while the Auto Focus operation is being performed (when you press the shutter button half way) can cause blurring of the image.
Page 53 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Press the power button or [ on the camera. Power button ON/OFF • This causes the image and the auto recording icon ) to appear on the monitor screen, and then enters the currently selected recording mode. If the auto recording icon ( ) is not displayed, use the procedure on page 88 to select the “Auto”...
Page 54 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Press the shutter button half way to focus the image. • When you press the shutter button half way, the camera’s Auto Focus feature automatically focuses the image, and displays the shutter speed value, the aperture value, and the ISO sensitivity.
Page 55 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. The camera adjusts this setting automatically. *2 The amount of time the shutter remains open, allowing light passing through the lens to reach the CCD.
Page 56: Recording Precautions
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING You can turn the AF assist light on or off. It is recommended that you turn off the AF assist light when recording images of nearby people, etc. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the “REC” tab. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “AF Assist Light”, and then press [ ].
Page 57: About Auto Focus
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING • When recording a dimly lit subject while “Auto” is selected for the ISO sensitivity setting (page 115), the camera increases sensitivity and uses a faster shutter speed. Because of this, you need to guard against camera movement if you have flash turned off •...
Page 58: Using Zoom
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING I About the REC Mode Monitor Screen • The image shown on the monitor screen in the REC mode is a simplified image for composing purposes. The actual image is recorded in accordance with the image quality setting currently selected on your camera. The image saved in file memory has much better resolution and detail than the REC mode monitor screen image.
Page 59 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Zoom out Compose the image, and then press the shutter button. NOTE • The optical zoom factor also affects the lens aperture. • Use of a tripod is recommended to protect against hand movement when using the telephoto setting (zoom in).
Page 60: 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 3X to 12X (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 61 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Release the zoom controller momentarily, and then slide it towards (telephoto) side 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 62: 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. Wide Angle Optical Zoom: Approximately 0.15 to 2.8 meters (0.5´ to 9.2´) (ISO Sensitivity: Auto) Telephoto Optical Zoom: Approximately 0.4 to 1.4 meters (1.3´...
Page 63 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING IMPORTANT! • The flash unit of this camera fires a number of times when you record an image. The initial flashes are pre-flashes, which the camera uses to obtain information that it uses for exposure settings. The final flash is for recording.
Page 64: Flash Unit Status
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING IMPORTANT! Note the following important points when using red- eye reduction. • Red-eye reduction does not work unless the people in the image are looking directly at the camera during the pre-flash. Before pressing the shutter button, call out to the subjects so they all look at the camera while the pre-flash operation is performed.
Page 65: Changing The Flash Intensity Setting
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Changing the Flash Intensity Setting Perform the following steps to change the flash intensity setting. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the “Quality” tab. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Flash Intensity”, and then press [ ].
Page 66 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET]. To do this: Select this setting: Turn on flash assist Auto Turn off flash assist IMPORTANT! • Flash assist may not produce the desired result for some types of subjects.
Page 67: Using The Self-Timer
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING • When the flash is turned off ( ), mount the camera on a tripod to record images in an area where available lighting is dim. Recording images under dim lighting without the flash can cause digital noise, which makes images appear coarse.
Page 68 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING To do this: Specify a 10-second self-timer Specify a 2-second self-timer Specify Triple Self-timer Disable the self-timer • This causes an indicator identifying the selected self-timer type to appear on the monitor screen. • With the Triple Self-timer, the camera records a series of three images in the sequence described...
Page 69 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Press the shutter button to record the image. • When you press the shutter button, the AF assist light/self-timer lamp flashes and the shutter releases after the self-timer reaches the end of its countdown (about 10 seconds or two seconds).
Page 70: Specifying Image Size
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Specifying Image Size “Image size” is the size of the image, expressed as the number of vertical and horizontal pixels. A “pixel” is one of the many tiny dots that make up the image. More pixels provide finer detail when an image is printed, but a higher pixel count also causes the image’s file size to be larger.
Page 71: Specifying Image Quality
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING • The above print sizes are all approximate values when printing at a resolution of 200 dpi (dots per inch). Use a larger setting when you want to print at a higher resolution or when you plan to produce a larger size print. •...
Page 72 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING To get this: Select this setting: 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 record.
Page 73: Other Recording Functions
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 the REC mode, press [MENU]. Select the “REC” tab, select “Focus”, and then press [ ].
Page 74: 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: 40cm to ∞ (1.3´ to ∞) •...
Page 75 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 77). • Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation (page 58) while recording with Auto Focus, a value will appear on the monitor screen as shown below to tell you the focusing range.
Page 76: Specifying The Auto Focus Area
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS I Specifying the Auto Focus Area You can use the following procedure to change the Auto Focus area used in the Auto Focus mode and the Macro mode. Note that the configuration of the focus frame changes in accordance with the Auto Focus area you select.
Page 77: 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: 15cm to 50cm (5.9˝ to 19.7˝) • Using optical zoom causes the above range to change. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
Page 78: Using Pan Focus
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Pan 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. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Select the “REC”...
Page 79: 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. Optical Zoom Factor Approximate Focus Range 15cm (5.9˝) to infinity (∞) 40cm (15.7˝) to infinity (∞) •...
Page 80: Using Focus Lock
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS NOTE • Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation (page 58) while recording with manual focus, a value will appear on the monitor screen as shown below to tell you the focusing range. cm - ∞ Example: MF will be replaced by the actual focusing range value.
Page 81: Exposure Compensation (Ev Shift)
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 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. • The focus and image recording operations are identical to those in the Auto Focus mode.
Page 82 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 83: 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 84: 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 85 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 86: Using Continuous Shutter
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Continuous Shutter You can configure the camera to record only a single snapshot each time the shutter button is pressed, or to keep recording as long as the shutter button remains depressed. You can select from among the following three continuous shutter modes.
Page 87: Normal-Speed Continuous Shutter
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Normal-speed continuous shutter Holding down the shutter button continuously records images, as long as there is memory available to store them. Release the shutter button to stop recording. • You can select the flash mode you want with normal- speed continuous shutter (page 62).
Page 88: Using The Best Shot Mode
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the BEST SHOT Mode Selecting one of the BEST SHOT sample scenes automatically sets up the camera for recording a similar type of image. I Example Sample Scene • Portrait • Scenery • Night Scene • Night Scene Portrait .
Page 89 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Press the shutter button to record the image. • While the “Movie” scene is recorded, pressing the shutter button starts and stops movie recording (page 100). IMPORTANT! • BEST SHOT scenes were not recorded using this camera. They are provided as samples only. •...
Page 90: Displaying Sample Scenes Individually
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Displaying Sample Scenes Individually You can use the following procedure to display BEST SHOT sample scenes individually, so you can view the explanation about each scene’s settings. . In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT). . Move the zoom controller in the direction of (telephoto) or...
Page 91: Creating Your Own Best Shot Setup
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Creating Your Own BEST SHOT Setup You can use the procedure below to save the setup of an snapshot you recorded as a BEST SHOT scene. After that, you can recall the setup whenever you want to use it. In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT).
Page 92: To Delete A Best Shot User Setup
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS NOTE • The following are the settings that are included in a snapshot setup: focus mode, EV shift value, white balance mode, flash mode, ISO sensitivity, Metering, Flash Intensity, Flash Assist, Filter, Sharpness, Saturation, and Contrast. • Note that snapshots recorded with this camera only can be used to create a BEST SHOT user setup.
Page 93: Reducing The Effects Of Hand Or Subject Movement
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Reducing the Effects of Hand or Subject Movement You can reduce the effects of subject movement, and for hand movement that tends to occur when shooting a far- away subject using telephoto, a fast-moving subject, or under dim lighting conditions. Perform one of the procedures below to enable Anti Shake.
Page 94: Shooting With High Sensitivity
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Shooting with High Sensitivity Higher sensitivity makes it possible to record brighter images, without using flash, even when there is not enough lighting available to obtain normal exposure. In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT). Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select the “High Sensitivity”...
Page 95: Recording Images Of Business Cards And Documents (Business Shot)
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Recording Images of Business Cards and Documents (Business Shot) Recording a business card, document, whiteboard, or similarly shaped object from an angle can cause the subject to appear misshaped in the resulting image. Business Shot automatically corrects the shape of rectangular objects to make them appear like the camera was positioned directly in front of them.
Page 96: Before Recording With Business Shot
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Before recording with Business Shot • Before recording, compose the image so outline of the item you want to record fits entirely within the monitor screen. • Make sure the object is against a background that allows its outline to stand out, and that it fills the monitor screen to the maximum extent possible.
Page 97: Restoring An Old Photograph
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ] and [ ] to select the candidate you want to correct. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Correct”, and then press [SET]. • Selecting “Cancel” in place of “Correct” stores the original image as-is, without correcting it.
Page 98: To Restore An Old Photograph
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS NOTE • When the camera is at an angle to the old photograph, one side of the recorded image may appear longer than the side opposite from it. This is called “keystoning,” which is caused by the difference in distance from the camera lens to each side of the photograph.
Page 99 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ] and [ ] to select the contour candidate you want to correct. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Trim”, and then press [SET]. • This displays a cropping boundary on the monitor screen. •...
Page 100: Recording A Movie
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! • Digital zoom is disabled while recording an old photograph. However, you can use optical zoom. • The camera will not be able to recognize an old photograph in the following cases. — When part of the photograph extends outside of the monitor screen —...
Page 101: Specifying Movie Image Quality
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Specifying Movie Image Quality The image quality setting determines how much the camera compresses movie images before storing them. Image quality is expressed as image size in pixels. A “pixel” is one of the many tiny dots that make up an image. More pixels (a larger image size) provide finer detail and higher image quality when a movie is played back.
Page 102: Recording A Movie
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Recording a Movie In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT). Use [ ] and [ ] to select the “ scene, and then press [SET]. • Selecting the “ ” (movie) scene causes “ appear on the monitor screen. Point the camera at Remaining recording time the subject and then...
Page 103: Movie Recording Precautions
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS I Movie Recording Precautions • This camera also records audio. Note the following points when recording a movie. — Take care that you do not block the microphone with your fingers. — Good recording results are not possible when the camera is too far from the subject.
Page 104: 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 105: Recording Your Voice
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Press the shutter button to start audio recording. • The operation lamp will flash green while recording is in progress. Recording stops after about 30 seconds or when you press the shutter button. IMPORTANT! • Audio snapshot recording is not supported (audio cannot be recorded) for “X3”...
Page 106 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT). Use [ ], [ ], [ ] and Recording time [ ] to select the “Voice Recording” scene, and then press [SET]. • Selecting the “Voice Recording” scene causes “...
Page 107: Using The Histogram
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS I Audio Recording Precautions • Take care that you do not block the microphone with your fingers. • Good recording results are not possible when the camera is too far from the subject. • Pressing the power button or pressing [ recording and stores any audio recorded up to that point.
Page 108 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • An RGB histogram that shows the distribution of R (red), G (green), and B (blue) components is also displayed. This histogram can be used to determine whether there is too much or too little of each of the color components in an image.
Page 109 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • A centered histogram indicates that there is good distribution of light pixels and dark pixels. This type of histogram results when the overall image is at optimal lightness. IMPORTANT! • Note that the above histograms are shown for illustrative purposes only.
Page 110: Rec Mode Camera Settings
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS REC Mode Camera Settings The following are the settings you can configure before recording an image using the REC mode. • L/R key setting (key customization) • Grid on/off • Image Review on/off • Icon Help on/off •...
Page 111: Turning The On-Screen Grid On And Off
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! • While recording a snapshot or movie, you can use [ ] and [ ] to set the functions assigned to them. However, you cannot set the self-timer during movie recording. 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.
Page 112: Turning Image Review On And Off
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Turning Image Review On and Off Image review displays the images you record on the monitor screen as soon as you record them. Use the following procedure to turn image review on and off. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Select the “REC”...
Page 113: Specifying Power On Default Settings
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET]. To do this: Display guidance text when you select an icon on the monitor screen. Turn off Icon Help IMPORTANT! • The icons listed below do not appear on the display while Icon Help is turned off.
Page 114 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Function BEST SHOT* Flash Focus White Balance AF Area Setting when Metering camera is turned off Self-timer Flash Intensity Digital Zoom Last Auto Focus position that was in MF Position effect before you switched to manual focus Zoom Position* *1 Specifies whether startup is performed with BEST SHOT scene selection as-is.
Page 115: Specifying Iso Sensitivity
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 “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 116: Selecting The Metering Mode
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! • Under certain conditions, a high shutter speed in combination with a high ISO sensitivity setting can cause digital noise (graininess), which makes an image appear rough. For clean, good-quality images, use the lowest ISO sensitivity setting possible. •...
Page 117 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Multi (Multi pattern) Multi (Multi pattern) metering divides the image into sections and measures the light in each section for a balanced exposure reading. The camera automatically determines shooting conditions according to the measured lighting pattern, and makes exposure settings accordingly.
Page 118: 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 the REC mode, press [MENU]. Select the “Quality” tab, select “Filter”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].
Page 119: Specifying Color Saturation
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Specifying Color Saturation Use the following procedure to control the intensity of the image you are recording. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Select the “Quality” tab, select “Saturation”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].
Page 120: Resetting The Camera
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 218. Press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Reset”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Reset”, and then press [SET].
Page 121: Basic Playback Operation
The actual display image appears a short while after the preview image. This does not apply to images copied from another digital camera. Image quality Image size Date and time...
Page 122: Playing An Audio Snapshot
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]. •...
Page 123: Zooming The Display Image
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...
Page 124: Resizing An Image
PLAYBACK Resizing an Image You can resize a recorded image to one of three sizes. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Resize”, and then press [ ]. • Note that this operation is possible only when a snapshot image is on the monitor screen.
Page 125: Cropping An Image
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. • Note that you cannot resize the following types of images. —...
Page 126 PLAYBACK Move the zoom controller left and right to zoom the image. • The part of the image displayed on the monitor screen is the cropped part. Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to to scroll the part to be cropped up, down, left, and right.
Page 127: Keystone Correction
PLAYBACK Keystone Correction Use the following procedure to correct the snapshot of a blackboard, document, poster, photograph, or other rectangular object that is out of square because it was recorded at an angle. In the PLAY mode, use [ ] and [ ] to scroll through images on the monitor screen and display the one you want to correct.
Page 128: Using Color Restoration To Correct The Color Of An Old Photograph
Color of an Old Photograph Color restoration let you correct the old color of a photograph shot with a digital camera. This function is useful for correcting existing old photographs, posters, etc. In the PLAY mode, use [ ] and [ ] to scroll through images on the monitor screen and display the one you want to correct.
Page 129 PLAYBACK Move the zoom controller left and right to zoom the cropping boundary. • Resize the cropping boundary as required to crop the area you want. Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to move the cropping boundary to the location you want, and then press [SET].
Page 130: Playing And Editing A Movie
PLAYBACK Playing and Editing a Movie Playing a Movie Use the following procedure to play a movie you recorded with this camera. In the PLAY mode, use [ ] and [ ] to scroll through movies on the monitor screen and display the one you want.
Page 131: Editing A Movie
PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! • You can adjust the volume level of movie audio during movie playback only. • You can zoom a movie up to 3.5 times normal size. • Playback may not be possible for movies not recorded with this camera. Editing a Movie Use the procedure in this section to edit and delete movies.
Page 132 PLAYBACK I To cut everything before or after a specific frame While the movie you are editing 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 133 PLAYBACK When the frame you want is displayed, press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Yes,” and then press [SET]. • The message “Busy... Please wait...” will remain on the display as the cut operation is performed. Cutting is complete when the message disappears.
Page 134 PLAYBACK Display the starting frame where you want the first 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 135: Capturing A Still Image From A Movie
PLAYBACK Capturing a Still Image from a Movie (MOTION PRINT) The MOTION PRINT feature lets you capture a frame from an existing movie and create a still image that is suitable for printing. There are two layouts you can use when capturing an image, and the layout you select determines the final image size.
Page 136: Capturing A Still Image From A Movie (Motion Print) 135 Displaying The 9-Image View
PLAYBACK Use [ ] and [ ] to display the frame that you want to use as the main image. • Holding down either button scrolls at high speed. After selecting the frame you want, press [SET]. • This displays the resulting still image.
Page 137: Displaying The Calendar Screen
PLAYBACK Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to move the selection boundary to the image you want. Pressing [ ] while the selection boundary is in the right column or [ ] while it is in the left column scrolls to the next full screen of nine images.
Page 138: Playing A Slideshow
PLAYBACK • The file displayed on the calendar for each date is the first file that was recorded on that date. • To exit the calendar screen, press [MENU] or [BS]. • On the calendar screen, indicates a voice recording file (page 105). •...
Page 139 PLAYBACK Use the screen that appears to configure the image, time, interval, and effect settings. • All Images Displays all images in camera memory. • OnIy This icon appears only in the case of snapshots and audio snapshots. Images • OnIy This icon appears only in the case of movies.
Page 140 “Images” setting is “Favorites” or “ Only”, or when the slideshow “Interval” setting is “MAX”, “1 sec”, or “2 sec”. • Images copied from another digital camera or a computer may take longer time to appear than the slideshow interval time you specify.
Page 141: Using The Photo Stand Feature
PLAYBACK Using the Photo Stand Feature The “Photo Stand” feature lets you specify what should appear on the camera’s monitor screen while the camera is on its USB cradle. You can play a Photo Stand slideshow without worrying about remaining battery power, or you can specify display of a particular image.
Page 142: Rotating The Display Image
PLAYBACK Rotating the Display Image Use the following procedure to rotate the image 90 degrees and register the rotation information along with the image. After you do this, the image is always displayed in its rotated orientation. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY”...
Page 143: Adding Audio To A Snapshot
• 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 and the voice recording file icon —...
Page 144: 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 145: Playing Back A Voice Recording File
PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! • Take care that you do not block the microphone with your fingers. • Good recording results are not possible when the camera is too far Microphone from the subject. • The (Audio) icon appears on the monitor screen after audio recording is complete.
Page 146: Displaying Camera Images On A Tv Screen
PLAYBACK To do this: Do this: Fast forward or fast reverse Hold down [ ] or [ ]. the audio Pause and unpause audio Press [SET]. playback Press [ ] and then use [ ] Adjust audio volume and [ ]. Toggle monitor screen Press [ ] (DISP).
Page 147 PLAYBACK Turn off the camera. Set the camera onto the USB cradle. Turn on the TV and select its video input mode. Press [ ] to turn on the camera, and then perform the required operation for playback. IMPORTANT! • Make sure that “Power On” or “Power On/Off” is selected for the camera’s power on/off functions (page 167) when you connect to a TV to view images.
Page 148: Selecting The Video Output System
PLAYBACK Selecting the Video Output System You can select either NTSC or PAL for the video system to match the system of the TV you are using. In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Video Out”, and then press [ ].
Page 149: Playback
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 150: 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 151: 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 memory or on the memory card.
Page 152: Protecting Files
FILE MANAGEMENT Protecting Files Once you protect a file it cannot be deleted (page 149). You can protect files individually or you can protect all files in memory with a single operation. IMPORTANT! • Even if a file is protected, it still will be deleted by a memory card format operation (page 172) or a built- in memory format operation (page 168).
Page 153: 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 154 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.
Page 155: To Display A File In 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]. •...
Page 156: To Delete A File From The Favorite Folder
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 [ ] ( Use [ ] and [ ] to select the file you want to delete from the FAVORITE folder.
Page 157: Other 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 audio volume level for movie and audio snapshot playback Press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Sounds”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “ Use [ ] and [ ] to specify the playback volume setting you want, and then press [SET].
Page 159: Specifying The File Name Serial Number Generation Method
OTHER SETTINGS IMPORTANT! • You can select any one of the following types of image as the startup image. — The camera’s built-in image — A snapshot — The image only of an audio snapshot • Only one image can be stored in startup image memory at one time.
Page 160: Setting The Clock
OTHER SETTINGS Setting the Clock Use the procedures in this section to select a Home Time Zone, and to change its date and time settings. If you want to change the time and date setting only without changing the Home Time Zone, perform the procedure under “To set the current time and date”...
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: Editing The Date And Time Of An Image
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 Display Language
OTHER SETTINGS To do this: Do this: Change the value at the cursor Press [ ] or [ ]. location Move the cursor between settings Press [ ] or [ ]. Toggle between 12-hour and 24- Press [BS]. hour timekeeping When all the settings are the way you want, press [SET] to apply them.
Page 165: Changing The Brightness Of The Monitor Screen
OTHER SETTINGS Changing the Brightness of the Monitor Screen You can use the following procedure to change the brightness of the monitor screen. Press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Screen”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].
Page 166: 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 167: Configuring [ ] (Rec) And [ ] (Play)
OTHER SETTINGS Configuring [ ] (REC) and [ Power On/Off Functions You can use the following procedures to configure [ (REC) and [ ] (PLAY) so power turns on and/or off whenever they are pressed. Press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “REC/PLAY”, and then press [ ].
Page 168: 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 169: 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 memory to a memory card and from a built-in memory card to built-in memory.
Page 170: 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 171: 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 172: 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 173: 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 174: 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 175: To Copy A Specific File From A Memory Card To Built-In Memory
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].
Page 176: 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 177: 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 178: 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 179: 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 180: Using Pictbridge Or Usb Direct-Print
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 181 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 or USB DIRECT- Mass Storage (USB...
Page 182 PRINTING IMAGES Turn off the camera, and then set the camera on the USB cradle. Turn on the printer. Load paper for printing the images into the printer. Press the USB cradle’s [USB] button. • This displays the print menu on the camera’s monitor screen.
Page 183 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 184: 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 185: 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 186: Viewing Images On A Computer
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER After using the USB cradle 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 187 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 are using battery power without the AC adaptor, make sure that the battery is fully charged.
Page 188 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Set the bundled CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer. • Use the CD-ROM whose contents label shows “USB driver”. On the menu screen that appears, click “English”. Click [USB driver B] and then [Install]. •...
Page 189 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Connect the USB cable that comes bundled with the camera to the USB cradle and your computer’s USB port. [DC IN 5.3V] • Take care when connecting the USB cable to the USB cradle or your computer. USB ports and cable plugs are shaped for proper positioning.
Page 190 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Press the camera’s power button to turn it on, and then press its [MENU] button. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “USB”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Mass Storage (USB DIRECT-PRINT)”, and then press [SET].
Page 191 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER • Pressing the [USB] button enters the USB mode, which causes the USB cradle’s [USB] lamp to light green (page 223). • At this point, some operating systems will display a “Removable Disk” dialog box. If your operating system does, close the dialog box.
Page 192 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Depending on your operating system, perform one of the following procedures to save the files, if you want. Windows 2000, Me, 98SE, 98 1. In the camera’s file memory (Removable Disk), right- click the “Dcim” folder. 2.
Page 193: 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 XP/98SE/98 Users • After pressing the USB cradle’s [USB] button and making sure that the [USB] lamp is not lit, remove the camera from the USB cradle.
Page 194: 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 195 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Connect the USB cable that comes bundled with the camera to the USB cradle and your computer’s USB port. [DC IN 5.3V] • Take care when connecting the USB cable to the USB cradle or your computer. USB ports and cable plugs are shaped for proper positioning.
Page 196 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Press the camera’s power button to turn it on, and then press its [MENU] button. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “USB”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Mass Storage (USB DIRECT-PRINT)”, and then press [SET].
Page 197 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Double-click the file that contains the image you want to view. • For information about file names, see “Memory Folder Structure” on page 200. NOTE • If you open a rotated image on your Macintosh, the original unrotated version will appear (page 142).
Page 198: Using A Memory Card To Transfer Images To A Computer
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER I 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 or USB cradle operation while data communication is in progress.
Page 199: Memory Data
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Using a Commercially Available SD Memory Card Reader/Writer See the user documentation that comes with the SD memory card reader/writer for details about how to use it. Using a Commercially Available PC Card Reader/Writer and PC Card Adaptor (for an SD memory card or MMC) See the user documentation that comes with the PC card reader/writer and PC card adaptor for details about how to use them.
Page 200: Memory Folder Structure
* 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...
Page 201: Image Files Supported By The Camera
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER • FAVORITE folder (Built-in memory only) Folder that contains Favorites image files (Image Size: 320 × 240 pixels) • DPOF file folder Folder that contains DPOF files • BEST SHOT folder (Built-in memory only) Folder that contains BEST SHOT user setup files •...
Page 202 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER I 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.
Page 203: Using The Camera With A Windows Computer
Macintosh (see page 213). 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. Selecting the Software You Need Install the software on your computer that allows you to perform the type of operations you want.
Page 204 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Purpose Software Name Snapshot retouching, Photohands 1.0 reorientation, printing Movie playback * DirectX 9.0c Viewing of user Adobe Reader 6.0 documentation (PDF) files – Supported Windows Versions XP/2000/Me/98SE/98 Install Photohands 1.0 (page 209). XP/2000/Me/98SE/98 Windows Media Player is not included on the CD-ROM that comes bundled with the camera, but it is included with Windows.
Page 205: 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 206: Managing Images On A Pc
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 207: Getting Started
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER I 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.
Page 208 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER I Installing Photo Loader Click the “Install” button for “Photo Loader”. 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.
Page 209: Retouching, Reorienting, And Printing A Snapshot
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Click [Exit] to exit DirectX Diagnostic Tool. • If your PC already has DirectX 9.0 or higher installed, you do not need to install DirectX 9.0c from the bundled CD-ROM. • If your PC does not have DirectX 9.0 or higher installed, install DirectX 9.0c from the bundled CD- ROM.
Page 210 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER I 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.
Page 211: Playing A Movie
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Playing a Movie Windows Media Player, which is already installed on most computers, can be used for movie playback. I Movie Playback Precautions • Be sure to move the movie data to the hard disk of your PC before trying to play it.
Page 212: Viewing User Documentation (Pdf Files)
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) In the “Manual” area, click the name of the manual you want to read. IMPORTANT! • You must have Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer in order to view the contents of a PDF file.
Page 213: Selecting The Software You Need
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. Selecting the Software You Need Install the software on your Macintosh that allows you to perform the type of operations you want.
Page 214: 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 215: 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 216: Playing A Movie
Acrobat Reader. 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”.
Page 217: 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 218: Menu Reference
APPENDIX APPENDIX Menu Reference The following shows lists of menus that appear in the REC mode and the PLAY mode, and their settings. • The settings that are underlined in the following table are initial defaults. I REC Mode G REC Tab Menu Focus (Auto Focus) / (Pan Focus) /...
Page 219 APPENDIX G Quality Tab Menu 6M (2816 × 2112) / Size 6M (3:2) (2816 × 1872 (3:2)) / 4M (2304 × 1728) / 3M (2048 × 1536) / 2M (1600 × 1200) / VGA (640 × 480) Quality Fine / Normal / Economy (Snapshots) Quality HQ / Normal / LP...
Page 220 APPENDIX I PLAY Mode G PLAY Tab Menu Slideshow Start / Images / Time / Interval / Effect / Cancel Calendar – MOTION PRINT 9 frames / 1 frame / Cancel Movie Editing Cut (Before) / (Between) / Keystone – Color Correction –...
Page 221: Indicator Lamp Reference
APPENDIX Indicator Lamp Reference The camera has two indicator lamps: an operation lamp and an AF assist light/self-timer lamp. These lamps light and flash to indicate the current operational status of the camera. Operation lamp AF assist light / self-timer lamp * There are three lamp flash patterns.
Page 222 APPENDIX AF assist light / Operation Lamp self-timer lamp Green Amber Memory card problem / Memory card is unformatted. / Pattern 2 BEST SHOT setup cannot be registered. Memory card is locked. / Cannot create folder. / Memory is full. / Write error Pattern 3 Low battery alert Pattern 3...
Page 223: Usb Cradle Indicator Lamps
APPENDIX I PLAY Mode AF assist light / Operation Lamp self-timer 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...
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 43). down. 2) The battery is dead. Image is not recorded 1) The camera is in the PLAY mode.
Page 225 APPENDIX Symptom Auto Focus does not focus 1) The lens is dirty. properly. 2) The subject is not located in the center of the focus frame when you compose the image. 3) The subject you are shooting is a type that is not compatible with Auto Focus operation (page 57).
Page 226 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.
Page 227 APPENDIX Symptom Vertical lines on the Recording a very brightly lit subject can cause a monitor screen. vertical band to appear in the monitor screen image. Out of focus images. The subject is outside the shooting range of the camera. Digital noise in images.
Page 228 APPENDIX Symptom All buttons and switches Circuit problem caused by electrostatic charge, are disabled. impact, etc. while the camera was connected to another device. Monitor screen is off. USB communication is in progress. Cannot transfer files over a 1) Camera is not set securely on the USB cradle. USB connection.
Page 229: If You Have Problems Installing The Usb Driver
Windows 98SE/98 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 230: Display Messages
APPENDIX Display Messages 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 (pages 96, 98). Can not find the file. The camera cannot find a image specified by the slideshow “Images”...
Page 231 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 232: Specifications
APPENDIX Specifications Product ... Digital Camera Model ... EX-Z600 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 (Motion JPEG) Audio ... WAV Recording Media ... 8.3MB built-in memory...
Page 233 APPENDIX • Movies Image Maximum Approximate Approximate Size Recording Data Rate Recording (Pixels) Time Per (Frame Rate) Time for Built- File in Memory Until 10.2 megabits 6 seconds 640 × 480 memory per second full (30 frames / second) Normal Until 6.1 megabits 11 seconds...
Page 234 APPENDIX Exposure Control Light Metering ... Multi-pattern, center-weighted, spot by Exposure ... Program AE Exposure Compensation ... –2EV to +2EV (1/3EV units) Shutter ... CCD electronic shutter; mechanical shutter Snapshot mode (Auto): 1/8 to 1/2000 second • Shutter speed is different for the following BEST SHOT scenes.
Page 235: Power Requirements
APPENDIX Viewfinder ... Monitor screen Timekeeping Functions ... Built-in digital quartz clock Date and Time ... Recorded with image data Auto Calendar ... To 2049 World Time ... City; Date; Time; Summer time; 162 cities in 32 time zones Input/Output Terminals ... Cradle connector USB ...
Page 236 APPENDIX *2 Continuous Recording Conditions • Temperature: 23°C (73°F) • Monitor screen: On • Flash: Off • Image recorded every 15 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 237 APPENDIX I Special AC Adaptor (Inlet Type) (AD-C52G) Power Requirement ... 100 to 240V AC, 50/60Hz, 83 mA Output ... 5.3V DC, 650 mA Dimensions ... 50(W) × 20(H) × 70(D) mm (2.0˝(W) × 0.8˝(H) × 2.8˝(D)) (excluding projections and cable) Weight ...
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Casio Exilim EX-Z600 User Manual

Introduction

Quick Start Guide

Getting Ready

Basic Image Recording

Other Recording Functions

149 Deleting Files

Playback

File Management

Other Settings

169 Using a Memory Card

Printing Images

Viewing Images on a Computer

203 Using the Camera with a Computer

218 Appendix

Quick Links

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