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Casio K823PCM1DMX User Manual

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Digital Camera

EX-P600
User's Guide
Thank you for purchasing this CASIO
Product.
• Before using it, be sure to read the
precautions contained in this User's Guide.
• Keep the User's Guide in a safe place for
future reference.
• For the most up-to-date information about
this product, visit the official Exilim Website
at http://www.exilim.com/.
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  • Page 1: Digital Camera

    Digital Camera EX-P600 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

    Rechargeable lithium ion Camera battery (NP-40) CD-ROM (CASIO Digital Camera Software) • Note that the shape of the charger unit depends on the area where you purchased the camera. Rapid Charger Unit (BC-30L) (Inlet Type) Lithium battery (CR2025) Card Remote Controller * For card remote controller.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    INTRODUCTION Contents INTRODUCTION Unpacking ... 2 Features ... 10 Precautions ... 13 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! ... 17 To configure display language and clock settings ...
  • Page 4 INTRODUCTION BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Recording an Image ... 54 Aiming the Camera Recording an Image Recording Precautions About Auto Focus About the REC Mode Monitor Screen Previewing the Last Image Recorded ... 59 Deleting an Image on the Preview Screen Orientation Sensor ...
  • Page 5 INTRODUCTION Using Auto Bracketing ... 95 Using Auto Bracketing with Exposure Selected as the Variable (AE Bracketing) Using Auto Bracketing with White Balance as the Variable (WB Bracketing) Using Auto Bracketing with the Focus Distance as the Variable (Focus Bracketing) Using Auto Bracketing with Non-configurable Variables (Multi Bracketing) Auto Bracketing Precautions...
  • Page 6 INTRODUCTION PLAYBACK Basic Playback Operation ... 138 Playing an Audio Snapshot Zooming the Display Image ... 140 Resizing an Image ... 141 Cropping an Image ... 142 Checking the Focus of a Recorded Image ... 144 Playing a Movie ... 145 Displaying the 9-image View ...
  • Page 7 INTRODUCTION Configuring Power Down Image Settings ... 170 Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Method ... 172 Using the Alarm ... 173 To set an alarm Stopping the Alarm Setting the Clock ... 174 To select your Home Time zone To set the current time and date Changing the Date Format Using World Time ...
  • Page 8 Configuring Detailed Album Settings Viewing Album Files Saving an Album To delete an album Installing the Software from the CD-ROM ... 221 About the bundled CD-ROM (CASIO Digital Camera Software) Computer System Requirements Installing Software from the CD-ROM in Windows ... 224...
  • Page 9 EX-P600. • 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 10: Features

    INTRODUCTION Features • 6 million effective pixels CCD provides 6.37 million total pixels of very high- resolution that produces crisp, clear, prints and display images. • 2.0-inch TFT color LCD monitor screen • Long battery life The camera’s low-power design combines with a large- capacity battery to provide more recording and playback between charges.
  • Page 11 INTRODUCTION • Manual Assist (page 88) Follow the on-screen guidance when configuring manual exposure settings. • AE Lock (page 89) A simple operation locks exposure on a particular subject, helping to ensure that the image is focused the way you want.
  • Page 12 • DCF Data Storage DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) data storage protocol provides image inter-compatibility between the digital camera and printers. • Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) (page 189) Images can be printed easily in the sequence you want using a DPOF compatible printer.

  • Page 13: 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. • Never look at the sun or any other bright light through the camera’s viewfinder.
  • Page 14 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 danger of fire and electric shock.

  • Page 15: Test For Proper Operation Before Using The Camera

    (page 20). Data Error Precautions • Your digital camera is manufactured using precision digital components. Any of the following creates the risk of corruption of data in file memory.

  • Page 16: Condensation

    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.

  • Page 17: Quick Start Guide

    QUICK START GUIDE QUICK START GUIDE First, charge the battery! Charge the rechargeable litium ion battery (NP-40) that comes with the camera (page 35). • Note that the shape of the charger unit depends on the area where you purchased the camera. •...
  • Page 18 QUICK START GUIDE Load the battery (page 38). Stopper...

  • 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 51 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.

  • Page 20: To Record An Image

    QUICK START GUIDE To record an image Green operation lamp Press the power button to turn on the camera. Align the mode dial with Point the camera at the subject, use the monitor screen or viewfinder to compose the image, and then press the shutter button half way.

  • Page 21: To Delete An Image

    QUICK START GUIDE To delete an image 4, 5, 6 Press the power button to turn on the camera. Align the mode dial with Press [EX Use [ ] and [ ] to display the image you want to delete. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Delete”.

  • Page 22: Contents

    The following table defines the terminology used in this manual. This term as used in Means this: this manual: “this camera” or “the The CASIO EX-P600 Digital camera” Camera “file memory” The location where the camera is currently storing images you record (page 55) “battery”...

  • Page 23: General Guide

    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 Self-timer lamp Remote control signal receiver Speaker External flash sync terminal Lens Phase differential sensor Microphone Flash...
  • Page 24 GETTING READY I Back Viewfinder Operation lamp [ ](Focus) button ] (Flash / Calendar) button Mode dial : PLAY Mode : Snapshot Mode : BESTSHOT Mode : Aperture Priority AE Mode : Shutter Speed Priority AE Mode : Manual Exposure Mode : Movie Mode : Voice Recording Mode [MENU] button...
  • Page 25 GETTING READY I Bottom Battery compartment cover Tripod screw hole * Use this hole when attaching to a tripod. Stopper Battery compartment Memory card slot...

  • 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 (Multi) (Center Weighted) (Spot) Image size 2816 2112 pixels 2816 1872 (3:2) pixels 2048 1536 pixels 1600 1200 pixels 1280 960 pixels 480 pixels Movie Recording: recording time Memory Capacity (Remaining number of storable images) Movie Recording: Remaining recording time Image quality...
  • Page 28 GETTING READY I Exposure Panel The exposure panel is an area in the lower right corner of the REC mode monitor screen that shows various adjustable parameters. You can also use the exposure panel to adjust exposure settings. • The following explains the items that appear on the exposure panel.
  • Page 29 GETTING READY I Ex Finder View Focus distance scale • This scale indicates the focus distance range. Note that this scale is not intended for precision measurement. It is provided as a general guide only. • The focus distance scale may not appear when any one of the following conditions exists.

  • Page 30: Play Mode

    1600 1200 pixels 1280 960 pixels 480 pixels Movie Playback: Elapsed play time Date and time Battery capacity IMPORTANT! • Some information may not display properly if you display an image that was recorded using a different digital camera model.

  • Page 31: Changing The Contents Of The Monitor Screen

    GETTING READY Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen Each press of the [DISP] button cycles the contents of the monitor screen as shown below. Indicators on (page 26) Ex Finder view on (page 29) Indicators off Monitor screen off IMPORTANT! •...
  • Page 32 GETTING READY I Histogram The histogram lets you check exposure conditions as you record images. You can also display the histogram of a recorded image in the PLAY mode. • A histogram is a graph that represents the lightness of an image in terms of the number of pixels.

  • Page 33: Indicator Lamps

    GETTING READY IMPORTANT! • Note that the above histograms are shown for illustrative purposes only. You may not be able to achieve exactly the same shapes for particular subjects. • A centered histogram does not necessarily guarantee optimum exposure. The recorded image may be over-exposed or under-exposed, even though its histogram is centered.

  • Page 34: Attaching The Strap

    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 your wrist.
  • Page 35 GETTING READY I Attaching the Battery to the Rapid Charger Unit Making sure that the positive and negative contacts are aligned correctly, affix the battery to the charger unit. Note that the battery will not charge properly if it is not positioned correctly on the charger unit.
  • Page 36 GETTING READY Plug the charger unit into a household power outlet. • This will cause the [CHARGE] lamp to turn red. • Charging will take about two hours. • Note that the shape of the charger unit depends on the area where you purchased the camera. [CHARGE] lamp Charger unit AC power cord...
  • Page 37 GETTING READY NOTE • The bundled charger unit is designed for operation on power ranging from 100V AC to 240V AC. Note, however, that the shape of the power plug varies according to country or geographic area. When traveling abroad, it is up to you to find out if the shape of the charger unit power plug is compatible with local power outlets and to purchase any required adapters.

  • Page 38: To Load The Battery

    GETTING READY To load the battery While pressing the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the camera, slide the 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 (–) mark on the battery with the (–) mark on the camera and slide the battery into the...

  • Page 39: To Remove The Battery

    GETTING READY Swing the battery compartment 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 compartment cover.
  • Page 40 GETTING READY I If the camera works normally Continue using the camera until the current charge is used up, and then charge the battery. I If the camera does not work normally This can mean there is a problem with how the battery is loaded.
  • Page 41 GETTING READY Supported Battery: NP-40 (Rated Capacitance: 1230mAh) Storage Medium: SD Memory Card *1 Number of Shots (CIPA) • 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;...

  • Page 42: Power Supply Precautions

    NOTES • The term “battery” in this manual refers to the CASIO NP-40 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery. • Use only the rapid charger unit (BC-30L) to charge the special NP-40 rechargeable lithium ion battery.
  • Page 43 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 other device other than this camera. — Never use or leave the battery near open flame. —...
  • Page 44 GETTING READY G PRECAUTIONS DURING USE • Charge the battery in a location where the temperature is in the range of 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F). Charging outside this temperature range can cause charging to take longer than normal or even cause charging to fail. •...

  • Page 45: Using Ac Power

    GETTING READY I Charger Unit Precautions • Never plug the charger unit into an outlet whose voltage rating is different from that marked on the charger unit. Doing so creates the risk of fire, malfunction, and electric shock. • Never plug in or unplug the charger unit while your hands are wet.
  • Page 46 GETTING READY Plug the AC power cord into an electrical outlet. [DC IN] Terminal panel cover Plug AC power cord NOTE • The AC adaptor can be used with any power source rated from 100V to 240V AC. If you plan to use the AC adaptor in another country, it is up to you to purchase the applicable AC power cord that matches the configuration of power receptacles in that...

  • Page 47: Turning The Camera On And Off

    GETTING READY Turning the Camera On and Off Press the power button to turn the camera on and off. Pressing the power button to turn on the camera causes the green operation lamp to flash. Press the power button again to turn off the camera. Power button IMPORTANT! •...

  • Page 48: Using The On-Screen Menus

    GETTING READY G See page 48 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 49 GETTING READY Press [MENU]. [MENU] [SET] Settings [ ][ ][ ][ ] Selection cursor (indicates the currently selected item) G Menu Screen Operations When you want to do this: Do this: Move between tabs Press [ ] and [ ]. Move from the tab to the Press [ ].
  • Page 50 GETTING READY Press [ ] or [ ] to select the tab you want, and then press [SET] to move the selection cursor from the tab to the settings. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the feature whose setting you want to configure, and then press [ ].

  • Page 51: Configuring Display Language And Clock Settings

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

  • Page 52: Configuring Display Language And Clock Settings

    GETTING READY To configure display language and clock settings Press the power button to turn on the camera. Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select the language you want, and then press [SET]. : Japanese English : English Français : French...
  • Page 53 GETTING READY Use [ ] and [ ] to change the date format setting, and then press [SET]. Example: December 24, 2004 To display the date like this: Select this format: 04/12/24 YY/MM/DD 24/12/04 DD/MM/YY 12/24/04 MM/DD/YY Set the current date and the time.

  • Page 54: 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 55: Recording An Image

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Recording an Image Your camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture values in accordance with the brightness of the subject. Images you record are stored in the camera’s built- in memory, or to a memory card if you have one loaded in the camera.
  • Page 56 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 and aperture values. The ISO sensitivity value also appears on the display at this time.

  • Page 57: Recording Precautions

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING After making sure that the image is focused properly, press the shutter button the rest of the way down to record. • The number of images that can be stored in memory depends on the image size and image quality setting you are using (page 70).

  • Page 58: About Auto Focus

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

  • Page 59: Previewing The Last Image Recorded

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Previewing the Last Image Recorded Use the following procedure to preview the last image recorded, without leaving the current REC mode. Press [PREVIEW] to display the last image recorded. • Pressing [PREVIEW] again returns to the REC mode screen.

  • Page 60: Orientation Sensor

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Orientation Sensor The camera has an orientation sensor that detects whether the camera is being held horizontally (its normal orientation) or vertically when you record an image. Information about camera orientation is recorded along with the image data so the image can be displayed properly. When you transfer images to a computer using the bundled Photo Loader application (page 222), Photo Loader also detects the orientation of each image and displays it...

  • Page 61: Using The Optical Viewfinder

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING — Miss-operation of the orientation sensor can also occur if the camera is angled towards the front or back. A sensor error may occur if the camera is angled more than about 60 degrees towards the front or back. —...

  • Page 62: Using Zoom

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Using Zoom Your camera is equipped with two types of zoom: optical zoom and digital zoom. Optical Zoom The range of the optical zoom factor is shown below. Optical Zoom Factor Range: 1X to 4X In the REC mode, shift the zoom controller to change the zoom factor.

  • Page 63: Digital Zoom

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Digital Zoom Digital zoom is activated after you reach the maximum optical zoom factor (4X). It enlarges the part of the image at the center of the image screen. The range of the digital zoom factor is shown below. Digital Zoom Factor Range: 4X to 16X (in combination with optical zoom)

  • Page 64: Using The Flash

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING IMPORTANT! • Digital zoom is disabled whenever the monitor screen is turned off (page 31). • Using digital zoom can cause degradation of the recorded image. Using the Flash Perform the following steps to select the flash mode you want to use.
  • Page 65 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING To do this: Have the flash fire automatically when required (Auto Flash) Turn off the flash (Flash Off) Always fire the flash (Flash On) Fire a pre-flash followed by image recording with flash, reducing the chance of red-eye in the image (Red- eye reduction) In this case, the flash fires automatically when required...

  • Page 66: Flash Unit Status

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

  • Page 67: Flash Precautions

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Flash Flash Precautions Take care that your fingers do not block the flash when you hold the camera. Covering the flash with your finger can greatly reduce its effectiveness. • You may not be able to achieve the desired results using a flash if the subject is too close or too far away.

  • Page 68: Using The Self-Timer

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Using the Self-timer The self-timer lets you select either a 2-second or 10- second delay of the shutter release after you press the shutter button. A Triple Self-timer feature lets you perform three consecutive self-timer operations to record three images.
  • Page 69 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 3. After preparation is complete, the indicator “1sec” appears on the monitor screen, and another image is recorded one second later. 4. Steps 2 and 3 are repeated once more to record the third image. Record the image. •...

  • Page 70: Specifying Image Size And Quality

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Specifying Image Size and Quality You can specify the image size and image quality to suit the type of image you are recording. To specify the image size “Image size” is the size of the image, expressed as the number of vertical and horizontal pixels.

  • Page 71: To Specify Image Quality

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING • The above paper 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 NOTE • The following are guidelines for selecting image quality. To get this: Select this setting: Image recording without TIFF compression High image quality and Fine memory capacity Normal image quality and Normal memory capacity Low image quality and Economy memory capacity IMPORTANT!

  • Page 73: Other Recording Functions

    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! •...

  • 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: Approximately 40cm to ∞ (1.3´ to ∞) Keep pressing [ ] until there is no focus mode indicator on the display.

  • Page 75: 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 76: Using The Macro Mode

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • Spot • Multi Focus frame • Free [SET] Focus point Focus frame Using the Macro Mode The Macro mode lets you focus automatically on close up subjects. The automatic focus operation starts when you press the shutter button down half way. The following is the focus range in the Macro mode.

  • Page 77: Using The Infinity Mode

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the Infinity Mode The Infinity mode fixes focus at infinity (∞). Use this mode when recording scenery and other faraway images. Keep pressing [ ] until the focus mode indicator shows “ ”. Record the image. Using Manual Focus With the Manual Focus mode, you can adjust the focus of an image manually.

  • Page 78: Using Pan Focus

    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 [ ]. •...

  • Page 79: Using Focus Lock

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Focus Lock Focus lock is a technique you can use to focus on a subject that is not located within the focus frame when you record an image. You can use focus lock in the Auto Focus mode and the Macro mode ( ).

  • Page 80: Exposure Compensation (Ev Shift)

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Exposure Compensation (EV Shift) Exposure compensation lets you change the exposure setting (EV value) manually to adjust for the lighting of your subject. This feature helps to achieve better results when recording a backlit subject, a strongly lit subject indoors, or a subject that is against a dark background.

  • Page 81: Adjusting White Balance

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • To cancel EV Shift, adjust the value until it becomes 0.0. Record the image. IMPORTANT! • When shooting under very dark or very bright conditions, you may not be able to obtain satisfactory results even after performing exposure compensation.
  • Page 82 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET]. When shooting under these conditions: Normal conditions Outdoor daylight on a clear day Outdoor daylight on an overcast or rainy day, in the shade of a tree, etc. In the shade of a building or any other area where the color temperature is high Under incandescent lighting...

  • Page 83: Adjusting White Balance Manually

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Adjusting White Balance Manually Certain complex light sources or other environmental conditions can make it impossible to obtain good results when “Auto” or one of the fixed light source settings is selected for white balance. Manual white balance lets you configure the camera for a particular light source and other conditions.

  • Page 84: Specifying The Exposure Mode

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Specifying the Exposure Mode You can use the mode dial to select the exposure mode, which controls the aperture and shutter speed settings used during image recording. A Mode : Aperture Priority AE S Mode : Shutter Speed Priority AE M Mode : Manual Exposure Using Aperture Priority AE When A Mode (aperture priority AE) is selected as the...

  • Page 85: Using Shutter Speed Priority Ae

    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.
  • Page 86 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Align the mode dial with “S” (Shutter Speed Priority). Shutter speed Use [ ] and [ ] to select “1/**”, and then use [ ] and [ ] to change the shutter speed setting. • You could also use [ ] and [ ] to select “EV Shift” here, and then use [ ] and [ ] to specify an exposure compensation value (page 80).

  • Page 87: Setting Exposure Settings Manually

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Setting Exposure Settings Manually In the M mode (manual exposure), you can adjust shutter speed and aperture manually. • Available Aperture Settings Wide Aperture value* F2.8, 3.2, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5, 5.0, 5.6, 6.3, 7.1, 8.0 Depth of Field Shallow * The above values are full wide angle optical zoom.

  • Page 88: Using Manual Assist On-Screen Guidance

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

  • Page 89: Exposure Mode Recording Precautions

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Exposure Mode Recording Precautions • You may not be able to achieve the brightness you want when recording an image that is very dark or very bright. If this happens, use the M mode (manual exposure) to adjust the aperture or shutter speed manually.
  • Page 90 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Press [AE-L]. • This fixes the exposure settings (aperture and shutter speed), and displays “AE-L” on the monitor screen. [AE-L] • The AE Lock is released AE-L by pressing [AE-L] again or by changing to another mode. Record the image.

  • Page 91: Using A Continuous Shutter Mode

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using a Continuous Shutter Mode 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 three different continuous shutter modes.

  • Page 92: Using The High Speed Continuous Shutter Mode

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS NOTE • You can also select a continuous shutter mode by holding down [ BKT], selecting the mode you want with [ ] and [ ], and then releasing [ Using the High Speed Continuous Shutter Mode The high speed continuous shutter mode provides higher BKT].

  • Page 93: 25-Shot Stop Action Images (Using The Multi Continuous Shutter Mode)

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! • Nothing is displayed on the monitor screen while recording is in progress. 25-shot Stop Action Images (Using the Multi Continuous Shutter Mode) The multi continuous shutter mode records 25 stop-action shots at high speed and combines them into a single image.

  • Page 94: Continuous Shutter Precautions

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! • Note with the above procedure, you do not need to keep the shutter button depressed. • The size of the 25-shot images is 1600 x 1200 pixels. Continuous Shutter Precautions Continuous shutter cannot be used when any one of the following conditions exists.

  • Page 95: Using Auto Bracketing

    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.

  • Page 96: Using Auto Bracketing With Exposure Selected As The Variable (Ae Bracketing)

    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).

  • Page 97: Using Auto Bracketing With White Balance As The Variable (Wb Bracketing)

    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.

  • Page 98: Using Auto Bracketing With The Focus Distance As The Variable (Focus Bracketing)

    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).

  • Page 99: Using Auto Bracketing With Non-Configurable Variables (Multi Bracketing)

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Auto Bracketing with Non- configurable Variables (Multi Bracketing) There are six non-configurable auto bracketing variables. • Filter 1 (five images) • Filter 2 (five images) • Portrait (three images) • Sharpness (three images) • Saturation (three images) •...

  • Page 100: Auto Bracketing Precautions

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Auto Bracketing Precautions • Auto bracketing cannot be used when any one of the following conditions exists. — When TIFF is selected for the image resolution (page 71) — When “BULB” is selected for the shutter speed (pages 85, 87) —...
  • Page 101 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to move the selection boundary to the image you want to view, and then press [SET] to display the selected image. • This displays the image with an indicator (like “ that shows the recording method used, along with a value indicating the image number in the series.

  • Page 102: Deleting An Image On The Preview Screen

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Deleting an Image on the Preview Screen You can use the preview screen to delete images recorded with the high-speed continuous shutter mode or auto bracketing. 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.

  • Page 103: Using The Bestshot Mode

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the BESTSHOT Mode Selecting one of the 25 BESTSHOT scenes automatically sets up the camera for recording a similar type of image. I Example Sample Scene • Portrait • Scenery • Night Scene • Night Scene Portrait Align the mode dial with •...

  • Page 104: Creating Your Own Bestshot Setup

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • You can change the camera settings that are made when you select a BESTSHOT scene. Note, however, that the BESTSHOT settings revert to their defaults when you select another BESTSHOT scene, change the recording mode, or turn off the camera. •...
  • Page 105 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. •...
  • Page 106 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS I To delete a BESTSHOT user setup Align the mode dial with • This enters the BESTSHOT mode and displays a sample scene. Use [ ] and [ ] to display the user setup you want to delete. Press [EX ] to delete the user setup.

  • Page 107: Combining Shots Of Two People Into A Single Image (Coupling Shot)

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Combining Shots of Two People into a Single Image (Coupling Shot) The Coupling Shot mode lets you record images of two people and combine them into a single image. This makes it possible for you to include yourself in group images, even when there is no one else around to record the image for you.
  • Page 108 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Press the shutter button to record the left side of the image. • The focus, exposure, white balance, zoom, and flash settings are fixed for this type of image. Next, align the focus frame with the subject you want in the right side of the image, taking care to align...

  • Page 109: Recording A Subject Onto An Existing Background Image (Pre-Shot)

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Recording a Subject onto an Existing Background Image (Pre-shot) Pre-shot helps you get the background you want, even if you need to ask someone else to record the image for you. Basically, Pre-shot is a two-step process. 1.
  • Page 110 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Align the mode dial with Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Pre-shot”, and then press [SET]. Freeze the background on the monitor screen. • Though a semi-transparent image of the background appears on the monitor screen in step 4, the background image is not saved in memory at this time.

  • Page 111: Using The Movie Mode

    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. •...
  • Page 112 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS When movie recording is complete, the movie file is stored in file memory. IMPORTANT! • The flash does not fire in the Movie mode. • This camera also records audio. Note the following points when recording a movie. —...

  • Page 113: 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 114: Recording Your Voice

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Press the shutter button to start audio recording. • The green operation lamp flashes as recording is performed. • Even if you have the monitor screen turned off (page 31), the monitor screen turns on while you are adding audio to a snapshot.
  • Page 115 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 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. • Pressing [DISP] during voice recording turns off the monitor screen.

  • Page 116: Rec Mode Camera Settings

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS REC Mode Camera Settings The following are the settings you can make before recording an image using a REC mode. • ISO sensitivity • Auto Focus Mode (AF Mode) • Metering • Color filtering • Sharpness • Saturation •...

  • Page 117: Specifying Iso Sensitivity

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

  • Page 118: Selecting The Auto Focus (Af) Mode

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Selecting the Auto Focus (AF) Mode Use the following procedure to change the AF mode. In the 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].

  • Page 119: Selecting The Metering Mode

    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 the REC mode, press [MENU]. Select the “REC” tab, select “Metering”, and then press [ ].

  • Page 120: Using The Filter Function

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! • When “Multi” is selected as the metering mode, certain procedures cause the metering mode setting to change automatically as described below. • Changing the exposure compensation setting (page 80) to a value other than 0.0 changes the metering mode setting to “Center Weighted.”...

  • Page 121: Specifying Outline Sharpness

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Specifying Outline Sharpness Use the following procedure to control the sharpness of image outlines. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Select the “REC” tab, select “Sharpness”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].

  • Page 122: Specifying Contrast

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Specifying Contrast Use this procedure to adjust the relative difference between the light areas and dark areas of the image you are recording. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Select the “REC” tab, select “Contrast”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].

  • Page 123: Turning Image Review On And Off

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Turning Image Review On and Off Image review displays an image on the monitor screen as soon as you record it. Use the following procedure to turn image review on and off. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Select the “REC”...

  • Page 124: Specifying Power On Default Settings

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS When you want to assign this function to [ ] and [ ] keys: EV shift • [ ] decreases compensation, [ ] increases compensation (page 80). White balance setting • [ ] and [ ] cycle through white balance settings (page 81).
  • Page 125 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Function Flash Focus* White Balance AF Area Setting when Metering camera is turned off Cont./BKT Flash Intensity Digital Zoom Last Auto Focus position that was in MF Position effect before you switched to manual focus Zoom Position* *1 Focus mode setting is not remembered for the Movie Mode.

  • Page 126: Resetting The Camera

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! • If you change the BESTSHOT mode sample scene selection or if you turn off the camera while it is in the BESTSHOT mode, the camera’s setup (except for “Zoom Position”) will be configured according to the BESTSHOT sample scene settings when you turn it back on again.

  • Page 127: Using The Shortcut Menu

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

  • Page 128: Using The Card Remote Controller For Recording

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the Card Remote Controller for Recording You can use the card remote controller that comes with the camera when recording. By mounting the camera on a tripod and using the remote shutter release, you can eliminate the chance of blurred images due to accidental hand movement.

  • Page 129: Before Using The Card Remote Controller For Recording

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Wipe the surfaces of the battery with a soft, dry cloth, and then place it onto the battery holder so its positive , side is facing upwards (so you can see it). Slide the battery holder back into the remote controller.

  • Page 130: Using The Card Remote Controller

    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.
  • Page 131 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 —...

  • Page 132: Using An External Flash

    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.

  • Page 133: Attaching An External Flash Unit

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Attaching 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.
  • Page 134 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Turn on the external flash unit, and set it up for the camera’s aperture (F) value (page 84) and sensitivity (ISO 50 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.

  • Page 135: Using A Conversion Lens Or Filter

    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.

  • Page 136: Installing A Conversion Lens Or Close-Up Lens

    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. Install either the TELE CONVERTER ADAPTOR or WIDE CONVERTER ADAPTOR on the camera.

  • Page 137: Installing A Filter

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • The wide angle conversion lens may cause distortion of an image. • When using a close-up lens, be sure to set the focus mode to (Macro mode, page 76). Proper focus of a close-up image is not possible with any other focus mode. I Optical Zoom Precautions •...

  • Page 138: Playback

    The actual display image appears a short while after the preview image. This does not apply to images copied from another digital camera. Mode dial...

  • Page 139: Playing An Audio Snapshot

    PLAYBACK Playing an Audio Snapshot Perform the steps below to display an audio snapshot (indicated by a indicator) and play its audio. In the PLAY mode, use [ ] and [ ] until the image you want is displayed. Press [SET]. •...

  • Page 140: 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 image.

  • Page 141: Resizing An Image

    PLAYBACK Resizing an Image You can use the following procedure to change a snapshot image to one of the three sizes. 1600 x 1200-pixel UXGA size 1280 x 960-pixel SXGA size 640 x 480-pixel VGA size • VGA is the optimum image size for attachment to e-mail messages or incorporation into Web pages.

  • Page 142: 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. • Images smaller than 640 x 480 pixels cannot be resized. •...
  • Page 143 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.

  • Page 144: Checking The Focus Of A Recorded Image

    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.

  • Page 145: Playing A Movie

    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.

  • Page 146: Displaying The 9-Image View

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

  • Page 147: Selecting A Specific Image In The 9-Image View

    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.

  • Page 148: Playing A Slide Show

    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.
  • Page 149 • While audio is playing, you can use [ ] and [ ] to adjust the volume level. • Images copied from another digital camera or a computer may take longer time to appear than the slideshow interval time you specify.

  • Page 150: To Specify The Slideshow Images

    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...

  • Page 151: To Specify The Slideshow Time

    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.

  • Page 152: Rotating The Display Image

    • 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 or voice record images.

  • Page 153: Using Image Roulette

    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.

  • Page 154: Adding Audio To A Snapshot

    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 an audio image (one with a icon on it). • 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”.

  • Page 155: To Re-Record Audio

    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. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Dubbing”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Delete”, and then press [SET].

  • Page 156: Playing Back A Voice Recording File

    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 file (a file with on it) you want to play.

  • Page 157: Displaying Camera Images On A Tv Screen

    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.

  • Page 158: Selecting The Video Input System

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

  • Page 159: Deleting Files

    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 160: Deleting All Files

    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.

  • Page 161: 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 a directory of image storage folders in its built-in Flash memory or on the memory card.

  • Page 162: Protecting Files

    FILE MANAGEMENT Protecting Files Once you protect a file it cannot be deleted (page 159). You can protect files individually or you can protect all files in memory with a single operation. To protect a single file In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY”...

  • Page 163: 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 164 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 165: 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 166: 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 [EX Use [ ] and [ ] to select the file you want to delete from the FAVORITE folder.

  • Page 167: To Delete All Files From The Favorite Folder

    FILE MANAGEMENT To delete all files 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 “All Files Delete”, and then press [SET].

  • Page 168: 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 In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press [MENU].

  • Page 169: To Set The Volume Level

    OTHER SETTINGS To set the volume level In the 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].

  • Page 170: Configuring Power Down Image Settings

    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 •...
  • Page 171 OTHER SETTINGS Change the name of the file to one of the following. Snapshot Image: ENDING.JPG Movie Image: ENDING.AVI • Input the following file name only (without file name extension) if your computer is configured to hide file name extensions. File Name: ENDING •...

  • Page 172: Specifying The File Name Serial Number Generation Method

    OTHER SETTINGS I To cancel Power Down Image settings Use the USB cable to connect the camera to your computer (page 198). 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.

  • Page 173: Using The Alarm

    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.

  • Page 174: Stopping The Alarm

    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.

  • Page 175: To Set The Current Time And Date

    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].

  • Page 176: Changing The Date Format

    OTHER SETTINGS Changing the Date Format You can select from among three different formats for display of the date. In the 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].

  • Page 177: To Configure World Time Settings

    OTHER SETTINGS To configure World Time settings In the 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 [ ].

  • Page 178: To Configure Summer Time (Dst) Settings

    OTHER SETTINGS To configure summer time (DST) settings In the 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 Settings. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “World”, and then press [ ].

  • Page 179: Changing The Display Language

    OTHER SETTINGS Changing the Display Language You can use the following procedure to select one of ten language as the display language. In the 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].
  • Page 180 OTHER SETTINGS • PTP (PictBridge) simplifies the transfer of image data to the connected device. • 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).
  • Page 181 OTHER SETTINGS Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Format”, and then press [SET]. • To exit the format operation without formatting, select “Cancel”.

  • Page 182: Using A Memory Card

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

  • Page 183: 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 184: To Remove A Memory Card From The Camera

    • 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.

  • Page 185: Memory Card Precautions

    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].

  • Page 186: Copying Files

    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. •...

  • Page 187: To Copy A File From A Memory Card To Built-In Memory

    USING A MEMORY CARD To copy a file from a memory card to built-in memory With this procedure you can copy one file at a time. Perform steps 1 through 3 of the procedure under “To copy all the files in built-in memory to a memory card”.

  • Page 188: 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 189: 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 190: 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 191: 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 192: Using Pictbridge Or Usb Direct-Print

    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 189) also lets you specify which images you want to print and how many copies of each should be printed.
  • Page 193 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 power level is high enough to support the operation you are about to perform.

  • Page 194: To Print A Group Of Images

    PRINTING IMAGES On the camera’s monitor screen, use [ ] and [ ] to select “Print”, and then press [SET]. • This starts printing and displays the message “Busy... Please wait...” on the monitor screen. The message will disappear after a short while, even though printing is still being performed.
  • Page 195 PRINTING IMAGES On the camera’s monitor screen, use [ ] and [ ] to select “Print”, and then press [SET]. • This starts printing and displays the message “Busy... Please wait...” on the monitor screen. The message will disappear after a short while, even though printing is still being performed.

  • Page 196: Printing Precautions

    PRINTING IMAGES Printing Precautions • See the documentation that comes with your printer for information about print quality and paper settings. • Contact your printer manufacturer for information about models that support PictBridge and USB DIRECT-PRINT, upgrades, etc. • Never disconnect the USB cable, or perform any camera operation while printing is in progress.

  • Page 197: Exif Print

    PRINTING IMAGES Exif Print Exif Print is an internationally supported, open standard file format that makes it possible to capture and display vibrant digital images with accurate colors. With Exif 2.2, files include a wide range of shooting condition information that can be interpreted by an Exif Print printer to produce better- looking prints.

  • Page 198: Using The Camera With A Windows Computer

    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER After using the USB cable to establish a USB connection between the camera and your computer, you can use your computer to view images in file memory and copy images to your computer’s hard disk or other storage media.
  • Page 199 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”.
  • Page 200 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. Connect the optional AC adaptor to the [DC IN] connector of the camera, and then plug it in to a household power outlet.
  • Page 201 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Turn on the camera. • It makes no difference whether the camera is in the REC mode or 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].
  • Page 202 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 11 . On your computer, double-click “My Computer”. • If you are running Windows XP, click [Start] and then [My Computer]. Double-click “Removable Disk”. • Your computer sees the camera’s file memory as a removable disk. Double-click the “Dcim”...

  • Page 203: Usb Connection Precautions

    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER IMPORTANT! • Never use your computer to edit, delete, move, or rename images stored in file memory. Doing so can cause problems with the image management data used by the camera, which may make it impossible to display images on the camera or it may cause a large error in the number of images value displayed by the camera.

  • Page 204: 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 205 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Connect the optional AC adaptor to the [DC IN] connector of the camera, and then plug it in to a household power outlet. • If you are using battery to power the camera, check to make sure that the battery power level is high enough to support the operation you are about to perform.
  • Page 206 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER • Take care when connecting the USB cable to the camera or your computer. USB ports and cable plugs are shaped for proper positioning. • Plug the USB cable plugs into the ports securely, as far as they will go.

  • Page 207: Operations You Can Perform From Your Computer

    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.

  • Page 208: Computer

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

  • Page 209: Memory Data

    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Memory Data Images recorded with this camera and other data are stored in memory using DCF (Design rule for Camera File System) protocol. DCF protocol is designed to make it easier to exchange image and other data between digital cameras and other devices.
  • Page 210 * 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 211: Image Files Supported By The Camera

    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER • FAVORITE folder Folder that contains Favorites image files (Image Size: 320 x 240 pixels) • DPOF file folder Folder that contains DPOF files • TIFF Data Folder Folder that contains All TIFF format image related files •...

  • Page 212: Built-In Memory And Memory Card Precautions

    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.

  • Page 213: Creating An Album

    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.
  • Page 214 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...

  • Page 215: Selecting An Album Layout

    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”.

  • Page 216: Background Color

    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”...
  • Page 217 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 •...

  • Page 218: Viewing Album Files

    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 198, 208).
  • Page 219 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...

  • Page 220: Saving An Album

    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 NOTES • When printing an album page, you should set up your Web browser as described below. —...

  • Page 221: To Delete An Album

    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.
  • Page 222 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) Photohands includes retouching tools for adjusting image color, contrast, and brightness, for resizing images, for changing image orientation, and for cropping images.

  • Page 223: Computer System Requirements

    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/98 486 or higher 486 or higher (Pentium (Pentium recommended) recommended) Memory – At least 16MB –...

  • Page 224: Installing Software From The Cd-Rom In Windows

    “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).

  • Page 225: Getting Started

    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.

  • Page 226: Installing An Application

    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.

  • Page 227: User Registration

    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.

  • Page 228: Viewing User Documentation (Pdf Files)

    Adobe 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”.
  • Page 229 I To read 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”. I To register as a user Internet registration only is supported. Visit the following CASIO website to register: http://world.casio.com/qv/register/...

  • Page 230: Menu Reference

    APPENDIX APPENDIX Menu Reference The following shows lists of menus that appear in the REC mode and PLAY mode, and their settings. • The settings that are underlined in the following table are initial defaults. I REC mode G REC tab menu Size 2816 x 2112 / 2816 x 1872 (3:2) / 2048 x 1536 / 1600 x 1200 / 1280 x 960 /...
  • Page 231 APPENDIX G Memory tab menu Flash On / Off Focus On / Off White Balance On / Off On / Off AF Area On / Off Metering On / Off Cont. / BKT On / Off Flash Intensity On / Off Digital Zoom On / Off MF Position...
  • Page 232 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 Resize...

  • Page 233: Indicator Lamp Reference

    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.

  • Page 234: Play Mode

    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.

  • Page 235: Rapid Charger Unit

    APPENDIX Rapid Charger Unit The rapid charger unit has a [CHARGE] lamp that lights or flashes in accordance with the charger unit operation that is being performed. [CHARGE] lamp [CHARGE] Lamp Meaning Color Status Charging Green Charging complete Flashing Charger unit or battery abnormality Charge standby state (Ambient temperature is Amber too high or too low.)

  • Page 236: 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 47). down. 2) The battery is dead. Image is not recorded 1) The camera is in the PLAY mode.
  • Page 237 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.
  • Page 238 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 239 APPENDIX Symptom Color of the playback Sunlight or light from another source is shining image is different from the directly into the lens during recording. image on the monitor screen during recording. Images are not displayed. A memory card with non-DCF images recorded with another camera is loaded in the camera.

  • Page 240: If You Have Problems Installing The Usb Driver

    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.

  • Page 241: Display Messages

    • Out of ink • Printer internal error Record Error Image compression could not be performed during image data storage for some reason. Record the image again. SYSTEM ERROR Your camera system is corrupted. Contact your retailer or a CASIO service center.

  • Page 242: Specifications

    Specifications Product ... Digital Camera Model ... EX-P600 I Camera Functions Image Files Format Snapshots ... JPEG (Exif Ver.2.2); DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) 1.0 standard;...
  • Page 243 APPENDIX Approximate Memory Capacity and File sizes: • Snapshots File Size Approximate Built-in flash Quality (pixels) Image File Size memory 9.2MB 2816 x 2112 Fine 3.0MB Normal 2.4MB Economy 1.6MB TIFF 17.0MB 2816 x 1872 Fine 2.7MB (3:2) Normal 2.1MB Economy 1.4MB TIFF...
  • Page 244 APPENDIX Approximate Focus Range (from lens surface) Normal ... 40cm to ∞ (1.3´ to ∞) Macro ... Approximately 10cm to 50cm (3.9˝ to 19.7˝) at wide angle Approximately 40cm to 50cm (15.6˝ to 19.7˝) at telephoto Exposure Control Light Metering ... Multi-pattern by CCD Exposure ...

  • Page 245: Power Requirements

    APPENDIX Monitor Screen ... 2.0-inch TFT color LCD 115,200 pixels (480 x 240) Viewfinder ... Monitor screen and optical viewfinder Timekeeping Functions ... Built-in digital quartz clock Date and Time ... Recorded with image data Auto Calendar ... To 2049 World Time ...
  • Page 246 APPENDIX *2 Continuous Recording Conditions • Temperature: 23°C (73°F) • Monitor screen: On • Flash: Off • Image recorded approximately every 15 seconds *3 Continuous Playback Conditions • Temperature: 23°C (73°F) • Scroll one image about every 10 seconds *4 Voice recording times are based on continuous recording. Power Consumption ...
  • Page 247 APPENDIX I Special battery charger unit (BC-30L) : Plug-in Type Power Requirement ... 100 to 240V AC, 0.13A, 50/60Hz Output ... DC 4.2V, 900 mA Charging Temperature ... 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F) Chargeable Battery type ... Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-40) Full Charge Times ...

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