Page 1: Digital Camera
• 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 USB Cradle Camera Strap Battery (NP-40) (CA-29)
Page 3: Table Of Contents
To configure display language and clock settings QUICK START GUIDE First, charge the battery! ..........18 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING To configure display language and clock settings ..19 Recording an Image ........... 51 To record an image ............ 20 Aiming the Camera To view a recorded image ..........
Page 4 Normal-speed continuous shutter REC Mode Camera Settings ........114 High-speed continuous shutter Flash continuous shutter Assigning Functions to the [ ] and [ ] Keys Continuous Shutter Precautions Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off Turning Image Review On and Off Using the BEST SHOT Mode ........
Page 5 Using the Photo Stand Feature Rotating the Display Image ........147 Adding Audio to a Snapshot ........148 To re-record audio Playing Back a Voice Recording File ....... 150 Displaying Camera Images on a TV Screen ... 151 Selecting the Video Output System...
Page 6 Specifying an Image for the Startup Screen ... 163 To copy all the files in built-in memory to a memory card Specifying the File Name Serial Number To copy a specific file from a memory card to Generation Method ..........164 built-in memory Setting the Clock ............165...
Page 7 INTRODUCTION VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER APPENDIX Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ..192 Menu Reference ............227 Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer ..199 Indicator Lamp Reference ........230 Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to Troubleshooting Guide ..........
Page 8 United States and/or other countries. responsibility for any loss or claims by third parties • Other company, product and service names used which may arise due to the use or malfunction of the herein may also be trademarks or service marks of EX-Z700.
Page 9: Features
The CCD provides 7.41 million total pixels for images 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 outstanding resolution and detail.
Page 10 Simply select one of a collection of built-in sample scenes strong enough, so images are better illuminated. and the camera sets up for the scene you selected. It’s the simple way to set up for beautiful snapshots quickly • Triple Self-timer (page 68) and easily.
Page 11 DPOF compatible printer. DPOF can also be used A simple operation corrects for keystoning, which occurs when specifying images and quantities for printing by when you record the image of a blackboard or poster from professional print services. 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.
Page 13 • Never cover the AC adaptor with a quilt, blanket, or other should be at least one meter (3.3´) from the eyes of the cover while it is in use, and do not use it near a heater. subject. • At least once a year, unplug the AC adaptor power cord •...
Page 14 Before using the camera to record important images, make only make storage of the current image impossible, it can sure you first record a number of test images and check the also corrupt other image data already stored in file results to ensure that the camera is configured correctly memory.
Page 15: Data Error Precautions
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). of corruption of data in file memory. • Do not use or keep the camera in the following areas. — While the camera is performing an operation, — In areas subject to direct sunlight removing the battery or memory card from the camera, —...
Page 16: Power Supply
(page 165). much warmer or colder than your current location. Leave it in the plastic bag until the air inside the bag has a I Lens chance to reach the same temperature as the new location.
Page 17: Caring For Your Camera
If the flash becomes dirty, wipe it clean I Other with a soft, dry cloth. • If the exterior of the camera needs cleaning, wipe it with a • The camera may become slightly warm during use. This soft, dry cloth.
Page 18: Quick Start Guide
Load the battery into the camera Place the camera onto the USB cradle to charge the (page 32). battery (page 33). • It takes about 180 minutes to achieve a full charge. USB cradle Stopper AC adaptor AC power cord...
Page 19: To Configure Display Language And Clock Settings
Press the power button to turn on the camera. See page 47 for details. • If you make a mistake when setting the language Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select the language you or clock with the following procedure, you will want.
Page 20: To Record An Image
Operation lamp The camera’s built in memory can record only a few images and is intended for testing the camera or for emergency purposes only. Using a memory card provides more capacity you can use to store more images, high-quality and large-size images, and longer movies.
Page 21: To View A Recorded Image
• This enters the PLAY (playback) mode. Press [ ] ( Use [ ] and [ ] to scroll through the Use [ ] and [ ] to display the image you want to images. delete. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Delete”.
Page 22: Getting Ready
“file memory” The location where the • IMPORTANT! indicates very important camera is currently storing images you record (page 52) information you need to know in order to use the camera correctly. “battery” The NP-40 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery • NOTE indicates information that is useful when operating the camera.
Page 23: General Guide
GETTING READY I File Memory General Guide The term “file memory” in this manual is a general term that The following illustrations show the names of each refers to the location where your camera is currently storing component, button, and switch on the camera.
Page 24 GETTING READY I Back I Bottom Stopper Memory card slot Battery compartment Battery cover Tripod screw hole * Use this hole when attaching to a tripod. Connector Speaker DISP [SET] Operation lamp ] (PLAY mode) button ] (REC mode) button...
Page 25: Usb Cradle
• Direct connection to a printer for printing (page 186) • Automatic transfer of images to a computer (page 192) IMPORTANT! • Use only the USB cradle (CA-29) that comes with the I Back camera. Other USB cradles are not supported.
Page 26: 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 Aperture value (page 54) NOTE (page 121) • An out of range aperture, shutter speed, or ISO Shutter speed value None Multi sensitivity setting causes the corresponding monitor (page 54) Center Weighted screen value to turn amber.
Page 28: Play Mode
PLAY mode file type Folder name/File name (page 156) Snapshot Zoom indicator (page 60) Example : When a file named Movie • Left side indicates optical zoom. CIMG0023.JPG is stored in a folder • Right side indicates digital zoom. Audio Snapshot...
Page 29 White balance indicator IMPORTANT! • Snapshots: Image Size (page 71) (page 84) • Some information may not display properly if you • Movies: Image quality display an image that was recorded using a different Auto (page 105) : High Quality digital camera model.
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...
Page 31: Attaching The Strap
• You can use [ ] (DISP) to turn off the monitor screen Strap ring only when voice recording in the REC mode. You cannot turn off the monitor screen for any other recording function.
Page 32: Power Requirements
Slide the battery cover in the direction indicated by the arrow, and then swing it Arrow marks open. Camera: Battery: NP-40 • Push the bottom of the battery, and make sure that the stopper securely locks the battery in place.
Page 33: To Charge The Battery
[DC IN 5.3V] 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 AC Adaptor camera for the first time after purchasing it.
Page 34 Turn off the camera. • The bundled AC adaptor is designed for operation With the camera with any power supply in the range of 100V to 240V positioned with the AC, 50/60Hz. This means the AC adaptor can be monitor screen used in various countries around the world.
Page 35 • If the [CHARGE] lamp starts flashing red, it means that an error occurs while charging. An error can be • Use only the USB cradle (CA-29) that comes with the caused by any of the following: a problem with the...
Page 36: Low Battery Indicator
GETTING READY I If the camera does not work normally I Low Battery Indicator This can mean there is a problem with how the battery is The following shows how the battery capacity indicator on loaded. Perform the following steps.
Page 37: To Replace The Battery
43) to protect against wasting battery power when you the arrow. forget to turn off the camera. • This will cause the battery to come part way out of • Use the “0” monitor screen brightness setting to consume the slot.
Page 38: Power Supply Precautions
• Use only the USB cradle (CA-29) that comes with the etc.) camera or the optionally available charger (BC-30L) — Never try to take the battery apart, modify it in any to charge the special NP-40 rechargeable lithium ion way, or expose it to strong impact.
Page 39 • Be sure to read page 33 of this User’s Guide and the instructions that come with the optional charger before using or charging the battery.
Page 40 • Make sure you remove the battery from the camera camera only. when you do not plan to use it for a long time. A battery • Use only the USB cradle that comes with the camera or left in the camera discharges very small amounts of the specified optional charger to charge the battery.
Page 41 • Never touch the AC adaptor while your hands • Never place a blanket or any other cover on the AC are wet. Doing so creates the risk of electric adaptor. Doing so creates the risk of fire.
Page 42: Turning The Camera On And Off
IMPORTANT! To enter this mode at Press this button to turn on the camera: • If camera power is turned off by the Auto Power Off startup: feature, press the power button, [ ] (REC) or [...
Page 43: Configuring Power Saving Settings
NOTE Sleep : Automatically turns off the monitor • You can setup the camera so it does not turn on screen if no operation is performed for a when you press [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY), or to...
Page 44 Use [ ] and [ ] to change the currently — While playing back a movie selected setting, and then press [SET]. • Available Sleep settings are: “30 sec”, “1 min”, “2 min”, NOTE and “Off”. • You also can conserve battery power by selecting “0”...
Page 45: Using The On-Screen Menus
[MENU] 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 MENU mode or the PLAY mode. The following shows an example DISP menu procedure in the REC mode.
Page 46 GETTING READY G Menu Screen Operations Press [ ] or [ ] to select the tab you want, and then press [SET] to move the selection When you want to do this: Do this: cursor from the tab to the settings.
Page 47: Configuring Display Language And Clock Settings
2. Use [ ] to move back up to step 3. tab selection. Note that the current date and time settings are used by the camera to generate the date and time that are stored • See “Menu Reference” on page 227 for more along with image data, etc.
Page 48: To Configure Display Language And Clock Settings
— When the rechargeable battery is dead or removed from the camera Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select the — When power is not being supplied to the camera language you want, and then press [SET].
Page 49 [SET]. then press [SET]. Example: December 24, 2006 Use [ ] and [ ] to select the summer time (DST) setting you want, and then press [SET]. To display the date like this: Select this format:...
Page 50 Change the setting at the current Press [ ] and [ ]. cursor location Move the cursor between settings Press [ ] and [ ]. Toggle between 12-hour and 24- Press [BS]. 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 IMPORTANT! image. • Make sure your fingers and the strap do not block the flash, microphone, AF assist light/self-timer lamp or lens. Recording an Image Flash...
Page 52: Recording An Image
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING • There is a speaker on the bottom of the camera. The Recording an Image operation sound and other sounds can become Your camera automatically adjusts shutter speed in difficult to hear if you cover the speaker with your accordance with the brightness of the subject.
Page 53 90 to select the “Auto” scene. This should cause the auto recording icon to appear. • If the camera is in the PLAY mode when it turns on, the message “There are no files.” will appear if you do not have any images stored in memory yet.
Page 54 Shutter button the shutter speed value, the aperture value, and the ISO • The monitor screen uses various indicators and sensitivity. icons to keep you informed of the camera’s status. Operation lamp • You can tell whether Continuous Self-timer the image is focused...
Page 55 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING *1 The size of the opening (aperture) that allows light IMPORTANT! passing through the lens to reach the CCD. A larger • When the “REC” tab’s “Quick Shutter” setting is aperture value indicates a smaller opening for light to turned on (page 76), the camera immediately records pass through.
Page 56: Recording Precautions
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING I Recording Precautions You can turn the AF assist light on or off. It is recommended that you turn off the AF assist light when • While the operation lamp is flashing green, never open recording images of nearby people, etc.
Page 57: About Auto Focus
— Subjects outside the shooting range of the camera • Proper focus may also be difficult or impossible if the camera is moving. • Note that a green operation lamp and focus frame do not necessarily guarantee that the resulting image will be in focus.
Page 58: Using Zoom
(graininess) in the The optical zoom range is 1X to 3X. monitor screen image. • Very bright light inside of an image can cause a vertical band to appear in the monitor screen image. This is a Zoom controller In the REC mode, move CCD phenomenon known as “vertical smear”, and does...
Page 59 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 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). • Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation...
Page 60: Digital Zoom
Digital zoom digitally enlarges the part of the image at the Digital zoom indicator In the REC mode, center of the image screen. The range of digital zoom is 3X hold the zoom to 12X (in combination with optical zoom) (Image Size: 7M (3072 ×...
Page 61 Quality Range some digital zoom without image deterioration is possible with image sizes of “5M (2560 × 1920 pixels)” and smaller. The range in which you can use digital zoom without image deterioration is indicated 3X to 14.2X 12X to 45X on the display.
Page 62 In the REC mode, press [MENU]. zoom range. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the “REC” tab. • The zoom pointer will also stop when you move the pointer back to the switch over point to re-enter the Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Digital Zoom”, and...
Page 63: Using The Flash
To do this: Select this setting: Using the Flash Have the flash fire automatically when Perform the following steps to select the flash mode you required (Auto Flash)* want to use. Turn off the flash (Flash Off) • The approximate effective range of the flash is shown Always fire the flash (Flash On) below.
Page 64 (page 120). I About Red-eye Reduction Using the flash to record at night or in a dimly lit room can cause red spots inside the eyes of people who are in the image. This happens because the light from the flash...
Page 65: Flash Unit Status
IMPORTANT! Flash Unit Status Note the following important points when using red- You can find out the current flash unit status by pressing eye reduction. the shutter button half way and checking the monitor • Red-eye reduction does not work unless the people screen and operation lamp.
Page 66: Changing The Flash Intensity Setting
In the REC mode, press [MENU]. brightness of the recorded subject, so it appears as if the flash illumination was sufficient. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the “Quality” tab.
Page 67 • Flash assist may not produce the desired result for some types of subjects. • You may not be able to achieve the desired results using • Flash assist may have little effect on your image if the flash if the subject is too close or too far away.
Page 68: Using The Self-Timer
) is selected, flash intensity images. is adjusted automatically in accordance with the exposure. The flash may not fire at all when the subject is brightly lit. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. • Using flash in combination with another light source (daylight, fluorescent light, etc.) can result in abnormal...
Page 69 4. Steps 2 and 3 are repeated once more to record to appear on the the third image. monitor screen. • With the Triple Self-timer,...
Page 70 Press the shutter NOTE self-timer lamp button to record the • The “2 sec” self-timer setting is best when shooting image. with a slow shutter speed, because it helps to avoid blurring of images due to hand movement. • When you press the •...
Page 71: Specifying Image Size
You can select an image size to suit your needs for greater detail or smaller file size. Image Size Print Size •...
Page 72: Specifying Image Quality
• The above print sizes are all approximate values when Specifying Image Quality printing at a resolution of 200 dpi (dots per inch). Use a Compressing an image before storage can cause a larger setting when you want to print at a higher deterioration of its quality.
Page 73 Low image quality, small file Lower Economy size Quality IMPORTANT! • Actual file size depends on the type of image you record. This means that the remaining image capacity noted on the monitor screen may not be exactly accurate (pages 27, 241).
Page 74: Selecting The Focus Mode
Select the “REC” tab, select “Focus”, and then press [ ]. IMPORTANT! Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET]. • You can use the key customization feature (page 115) to switch the focus mode whenever you press...
Page 75: Using Auto Focus
Using Auto Focus As its name suggests, Auto Focus focuses the image automatically. The automatic focus operation starts when ISO50 ISO50 you press the shutter button down half way. The following F2.7 F2.7 is the Auto Focus range. 1/1000 1000 Range: 40cm to ∞...
Page 76 [ ]. IMPORTANT! Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you • Auto Focus cannot be selected during movie want, and then press [SET]. recording.
Page 77: Specifying The Auto Focus Area
[ ]. nine focus points become green. • This setting works well for group photos. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the Auto Focus area you want, and then press [SET].
Page 78: Using The Macro Mode
Spot • Multi 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.
Page 79: Using Pan Focus
Use [ ] and [ ] to select “ ”, and then press [SET]. • Use of the flash along with the Macro mode can cause the light of the flash to become blocked, which Press the shutter button to record the image.
Page 80: Using The Infinity Mode
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the Infinity Mode Using Manual Focus The Infinity mode fixes focus at infinity (∞). Use this mode With the Manual Focus mode, you can adjust the focus of when recording scenery and other faraway images. an image manually. The following shows focus range in the Manual Focus mode.
Page 81 Press [ ]. Focus out on the subject Press [ ]. • Pressing [ ] or [ ] causes the area inside of the boundary displayed in step 1 to fill the monitor screen momentarily to aid in focus. The normal image will reappear a short while later.
Page 82: Using Focus Lock
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Focus Lock Keeping the shutter button pressed half Focus lock is a technique you can use to focus on a subject way down, re- that is not located within the focus frame when you record compose the image...
Page 83: Exposure Compensation (Ev Shift)
EV Shift Range: –2.0EV to +2.0EV EV value Steps: 1/3EV [ ] : Increases the EV value. A higher EV value is best used for light-colored subjects and backlight In the REC mode, press [MENU]. subjects.
Page 84: Adjusting White Balance
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • To cancel EV Shift, adjust the value until it becomes Adjusting White Balance 0.0. The wavelengths of the light produced by various light Press the shutter button to record the image. sources (daylight, light bulb, etc.) can affect the color of a subject when it is recorded.
Page 85 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you NOTE want, and then press [SET]. • When “Auto” is selected for the white balance setting, the camera automatically determines the When shooting under these conditions: Select this setting: white point of the subject.
Page 86: Configuring The White Balance Setting Manually
“Auto” or one of the fixed light source settings is appear on the monitor selected for white balance. Manual white balance lets you screen.
Page 87: Using Continuous Shutter
The message “Complete” appears on the monitor In addition to normal recording that records a single image screen after white balance adjustment is complete. each time the shutter button is pressed, you can select one Press [SET]. of the three continuous shutter modes to record multiple images.
Page 88: Normal-Speed Continuous Shutter
“Flash Cont.”, and them. Release the shutter button to stop recording. then press [SET]. • You can select the flash mode you want with normal- speed continuous shutter (page 63). • This causes the • The speed of continuous shutter recording depends on applicable icon to the type of memory card loaded in the camera.
Page 89: Flash Continuous Shutter
• Starting a continuous shutter operation causes the shutter is selected records up to three images, firing the exposure and focus settings to be fixed at the levels for flash for each one. Shooting stops if you release the the first image. The same settings are applied to all shutter button before three images are recorded.
Page 90: Using The Best Shot Mode
• Night Scene • Night Scene Portrait • Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to move the selection boundary around the display. Scrolling past the last or the first scene scrolls to the next screen of 12- sample scenes.
Page 91 BEST SHOT scene settings revert to their default presets whenever you select another BEST SHOT scene or turn off the camera. If you want to save your settings for later use, save them as a BEST SHOT user setup (page 93).
Page 92: Displaying Sample Scenes Individually
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS . Use [ ] and [ ] to select the sample scene Displaying Sample Scenes Individually you want, and then press [SET]. You can use the following procedure to display BEST • Pressing [MENU] jumps to the first sample scene SHOT sample scenes individually, so you can view the (“Auto”).
Page 93: Creating Your Own Best Shot Setup
In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT). setup number). • Note that formatting built-in memory (page 173) Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select “Register deletes all BEST SHOT user setups. User Scene”, and then press [SET].
Page 94: To Delete A Best Shot User Setup
BEST SHOT user setup. • You can have up to 999 BEST SHOT user setups in Use [ ] and [ ] to display the user setup you the camera’s built-in memory at one time.
Page 95: Reducing The Effects Of Hand Or Subject Movement
1. In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT). • The Anti Shake feature may not work when using a 2. Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select the “Anti Shake” very low shutter speed. If this happens, use a tripod scene, and then press [SET].
Page 96: Shooting With High Sensitivity
Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select the “High • A desirable level of image brightness may not be Sensitivity” scene, and then press [SET].
Page 97: Recording Images Of Business Cards And Documents (Business Shot)
• White board, etc. Recording a business card, document, whiteboard, or documents 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 98: Before Recording With Business Shot
Use [ ], [ ], [ ] and [ ] to select the • Make sure the object is against a background that allows its outline to stand out, and that it fills the monitor screen Business Shot image you want, and then to the maximum extent possible.
Page 99: Restoring An Old Photograph
• Digital zoom is disabled while recording with to the maximum extent possible. Business Shot. However, you can use optical zoom. • Make sure that light is not reflecting off the surface of the • The camera will not be able to recognize the subject original photograph.
Page 100: To Restore An Old Photograph
This is called “keystoning,” which is caused by the Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select “Old difference in distance from the camera lens to each Photo”, and then press [SET].
Page 101 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ] and [ ] to select the contour Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to move the candidate you want to correct. cropping boundary to the location you want, and then press [SET].
Page 102 • Under certain conditions, restored colors may not produce the desired results. In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT). Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select “Layout”, and then press [SET].
Page 103 • Pressing [SET] during steps 3 or 4 of the above procedure will toggle between the layout screen (the one with the frames on it) and a screen that uses the entire display area to compose the image you are shooting.
Page 104: Auto Tracking A Moving Subject (Auto Framing)
In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT). boundary will be recorded. • The image size for this operation is fixed Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select “Auto automatically at 3M (2048 × 1536 pixels). Framing”, and then press [SET].
Page 105: Recording A Movie
Image quality is expressed as image size in pixels. A can select a resolution setting to suit your needs. “pixel” is one of the many tiny dots that make up an image. More pixels (a larger image size) provide finer detail and •...
Page 106: Recording A Movie
(640 × 480 pixels) Quality per second second Normal 6.1 megabits 30 frames/ Use [ ] and [ ] to select the “ ” (movie) (512 × 384 pixels) per second second scene, and then press [SET]. Lower 2.45 megabits 15 frames/ (320 ×...
Page 107: Movie Recording Precautions
— Movie audio is recorded in monaural. • Very bright light inside of an image can cause a vertical band to appear in the monitor screen image. This is a CCD phenomenon known as “vertical smear”, and does not indicate malfunction of the camera.
Page 108: Recording Audio
• Audio File Size: • Images may be out of focus if the subject is outside the Approximately 165KB (30-second recording of shooting range of the camera.
Page 109 • The operation lamp will flash green while recording is and then press [ ]. in progress. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “On” and then press Recording stops after about 30 seconds or [SET]. when you press the shutter button.
Page 110: Recording Your Voice
Recording on your computer using Windows Media green as recording is performed. Player. • Pressing [ ] (DISP) during voice recording turns off the monitor screen. • You can insert index marks while recording by pressing [SET]. See page 151 for information about...
Page 111 ] (PLAY) stops recording and stores any audio recorded up to that point. • You can also perform “after-recording” to add audio to a snapshot after recording it, and also change the audio recorded for an image. See page 148 for more...
Page 112: Using The Histogram
Using the Histogram G (green), and B (blue) components is also displayed. You can use [ ] (DISP) to display a histogram on the This histogram can be used to determine whether there is monitor screen (page 30). The histogram lets you check too much or too little of each of the color components in exposure conditions as you record images.
Page 113 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • When the histogram is too far • A centered histogram to the left, it means that there indicates that there is good are too many dark pixels. distribution of light pixels and This type of histogram results dark pixels.
Page 114: Rec Mode Camera Settings
• Icon Help on/off though its histogram is centered. • Power on default settings • You may not be able to achieve an optimum • ISO sensitivity histogram configuration due to the limitations of EV • Metering shift.
Page 115: Assigning Functions To The [ ] And [ ] Keys
[ ] keys so they change camera settings whenever recording. they are pressed in the REC mode. After you configure the [ ] and [ ] keys, you can change the setting assigned to them without going through the menu screen. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
Page 116: Turning The On-Screen Grid On And Off
Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off Turning Image Review On and Off You can display gridlines on the monitor screen to help you Image review displays the images you record on the compose images and ensure that the camera is straight monitor screen as soon as you record them.
Page 117: Using Icon Help
“EV shift”, “Self-timer” or “White Balance” is assigned to • The icons listed below do not appear on the display the [ ] and [ ] keys with the key customization feature while Icon Help is turned off. (page 115).
Page 118: Specifying Power On Default Settings
Turning on mode memory for a mode tells the Auto camera to remember the status of that mode when you turn AF Area Spot off the camera, and restore it the next time you turn the Setting when Metering Multi camera is camera back on.
Page 119 BEST SHOT mode, all settings except for “Zoom Position” will be configured Use [ ] and [ ] to select the item you want to according to the BEST SHOT sample scene when change, and then press [ ].
Page 120: Specifying Iso Sensitivity
[ ]. NOTE • You can use the key customization feature (page Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want 115) to configure the camera so the ISO sensitivity and then press [SET]. setting changes whenever you press [ ] and [ ] while in the REC mode.
Page 121: Selecting The Metering Mode
[ ]. settings for a wide range of shooting conditions. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET]. Center Weighted Center weighted metering measures light concentrating on the center of the focus area.
Page 122: Using The Filter Function
IMPORTANT! Using the Filter Function • When “Multi” is selected as the metering mode, The camera’s filter function lets you alter the tint of an certain procedures cause the metering mode setting image when you record it. to change automatically as described below.
Page 123: Specifying Outline Sharpness
Select the “Quality” tab, select “Saturation”, and then press [ ]. and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].
Page 124: Specifying Contrast
Use this procedure to adjust the relative difference You can have the snapshot’s recording date only, or date between the light areas and dark areas of the image you and time stamped in the lower right corner of the image.
Page 125: Resetting The Camera
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! Resetting the Camera • Once date and time information is stamped in a print, Use the following procedure to reset all of the camera’s it cannot be edited or deleted. settings to their initial defaults as shown under “Menu •...
Page 126: Basic Playback Operation
NOTE Press [ ] (PLAY) to turn • Holding down [ ] or [ ] scrolls images at high on the camera. speed. • In order to allow for faster playback image scrolling, • This enters the PLAY mode...
Page 127: Playing An Audio Snapshot
Perform the steps below to display an audio snapshot being performed or is paused. (indicated by ) and play its audio. In the PLAY mode, use [ ] and [ ] until the image you want is displayed. Press [SET]. • This plays back the audio that accompanies the displayed image.
Page 128: Zooming The Display Image
PLAYBACK Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to shift the image Zooming the Display Image up, down, left, or right. Perform the following procedure to zoom the image currently on the monitor screen up to eight times its normal Press [MENU] to return the image to its size.
Page 129: Resizing An Image
PLAYBACK Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you Resizing an Image want, and then press [SET]. You can resize a recorded image to one of three sizes. • When selecting the image size, the image size value (pixels) will alternate on the display with a In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].
Page 130: Cropping An Image
IMPORTANT! Cropping an Image • Resizing an image creates a new file that contains You can use the following procedure to crop a portion of an the image in the size you select. The file with the enlarged image. original image also remains in memory.
Page 131 • Note that you cannot crop the following types of images. Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to to scroll the part — Movie images and the voice recording file icon to be cropped up, down, left, and right.
Page 132: Keystone Correction
Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Correct”, and then press [SET]. In the PLAY mode, use [ ] and [ ] to scroll • Select “Cancel” to exit the procedure without through images on the monitor screen and performing keystone correction.
Page 133: Using Color Restoration To Correct The Color Of An Old Photograph
PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! Using Color Restoration to Correct the • If the original image is smaller than 2M (1600 × 1200 Color of an Old Photograph pixels), the new (corrected) version is the same size Color restoration let you correct the old color of a as the original one.
Page 134 • Note that you cannot correct the following types of images. Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to move the — Movie images and the voice recording file icon cropping boundary to the location you want, —...
Page 135: Playing And Editing A Movie
Playing a Movie Press [ ] or [ ]. • Each press increases the speed one more step. Use the following procedure to play a movie you recorded with this camera. Return fast forward or fast reverse movie playback to normal Press [SET].
Page 136: Editing A Movie
Editing operations let you cut everything before or after a • You can zoom a movie up to 3.5 times normal size. specific frame, or to cut everything between two frames. • Playback may not be possible for movies not recorded with this camera.
Page 137 Cancel the cut operation Press [MENU]. Press [ ]. • The red portion of the • You can also display the same screen while in the indicator bar shows PLAY mode, by pressing [MENU], selecting the what part will be cut.
Page 138 While the movie is playing, press [SET]. • This will pause movie playback. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Yes,” and then press [SET]. Press [ ]. • The message “Busy..Please wait...” will remain on the display as the cut operation is performed. Cutting •...
Page 139 Scroll paused playback one Press [ ] or [ ]. frame Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Yes”, and then Cancel the cut operation Press [MENU]. press [SET]. • The message “Busy..Please wait...” will remain on When the frame you the display as the cut operation is performed.
Page 140: Capturing A Still Image From A Movie
I To capture a still image from a movie Capturing a Still Image from a Movie (MOTION PRINT) In the PLAY mode, use [ ] and [ ] to scroll The MOTION PRINT feature lets you capture a frame from through movies on the monitor screen and...
Page 141: Capturing A Still Image From A Movie (Motion Print) 140 Displaying The 9-Image View
” is displayed at background frames. the top and bottom of the screen. • If you selected “1 frame” in step 4, an image of the • On the 9-image screen, indicates a voice frame you selected in step 6 appears here.
Page 142: Displaying The Calendar Screen
• Use the procedure under “Changing the Date Format” on page 166 to specify the date format. Pressing any button besides [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], or the shutter button displays the full-size • The file displayed on the calendar for each date is the first file that was recorded on that date.
Page 143: Playing A Slideshow
A slideshow automatically plays back images in sequence camera. at a fixed interval. Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to move the selection boundary to the date you want, and then press [SET]. • This displays an image of the first file that was recorded on the selected date.
Page 144 • This starts the slideshow. Displays all images in the FAVORITE folder. To stop the slideshow, press [SET]. Use [ ] and [ ] to specify the playback time you Time want (1 to 5 minutes, or 10, 15, 30, or 60 •...
Page 145 • Pressing [ ] during a slideshow will scroll to the • If there are indicators on the display, you can clear previous image, while [ ] scrolls to the next image.
Page 146: Using The Photo Stand Feature
“Start” and then press [SET]. on its USB cradle. You can play a Photo Stand slideshow • During audio playback, you can adjust volume by without worrying about remaining battery power, or you can pressing [ ] and then using [ ] and [ ].
Page 147: Rotating The Display Image
Use the following procedure to rotate the image 90 degrees then press [SET]. and register the rotation information along with the image. • Each press of [SET] After you do this, the image is always displayed in its rotates the image 90 rotated orientation. degrees.
Page 148: Adding Audio To A Snapshot
You can also re-record • You may not be able to rotate a digital image that the audio of an audio snapshot (one with a icon on it).
Page 149: To Re-Record Audio
PLAYBACK In the PLAY mode, use [ ] and [ ] to scroll To re-record audio through snapshots until the one to which you want to add audio is displayed. In the PLAY mode, use [ ] and [ ] to scroll through snapshots until the one whose audio Press [MENU].
Page 150: Playing Back A Voice Recording File
ON/OFF fingers. In the PLAY mode, use [ ] and [ ] to display • Good recording results are not possible when the voice recording file (a file with on it) the camera is too far Microphone you want to play.
Page 151: Displaying Camera Images On A Tv Screen
Press [MENU]. input terminal of the TV. IMPORTANT! • Connect the yellow plug of the AV cable to the video input (yellow) terminal of the TV, and the white plug • Audio volume can be adjusted only when playback is being performed or is paused.
Page 152 You can play a slideshow of snapshots and movies • Note that the audio output is monaural. on the camera and record it on a DVD or video tape. • Pressing the USB cradle’s [PHOTO] button will You can record movies by selecting “...
Page 153: Selecting The Video Output System
Selecting the Video Output System IMPORTANT! • Images will not display properly if you select the You can select either NTSC or PAL for the video system to wrong video system. match the system of the TV you are using.
Page 154: Playback
DELETING FILES DELETING FILES You can delete a single file, or you can delete all files Deleting a Single File currently in memory. In the PLAY mode, IMPORTANT! press [ ] ( • Note that file deletion cannot be undone. Once you delete a file, it is gone.
Page 155: 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 156: File Management
Folder names are names. generated as shown below. • The actual number of files you will be able to store on a memory card depends on image size and quality, card Example: Name of the 100th folder.
Page 157: Protecting Files
IMPORTANT! • To unprotect a file, select • Even if a file is protected, it still will be deleted by a “Off” in step 4, and then memory card format operation (page 177) or a built- press [SET].
Page 158: To Protect All Files In Memory
Images in the FAVORITE folder are not displayed during normal playback, so it helps to keep your personal Use [ ] and [ ] to select “All Files : On”, and images private as you carry them around. FAVORITE then press [SET].
Page 159 9999, the actual upper end of the range depends on built-in memory capacity. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the file you want to Remember that the maximum number of images that copy to the FAVORITE folder.
Page 160: To Display A File In The Favorite Folder
No FAVORITE folder In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. is created on a memory card when you use one. If you want to view the contents of the FAVORITE Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Favorites”, and folder on your computer screen, you need to remove then press [ ].
Page 161: To Delete A File From The Favorite Folder
[SET]. Press [ ] ( Press [ ] ( Use [ ] and [ ] to select the file you want to Use [ ] and [ ] to select “All Files Delete”, delete from the FAVORITE folder. and then press [SET].
Page 162: Other Settings
Use [ ] and [ ] to specify the volume setting then press [ ]. you want, and then press [SET]. • You can set the volume in the range of 0 (no sound) Use [ ] and [ ] to select the sound whose to 7 (loudest).
Page 163: To Set The Audio Volume Level For Movie And Audio Snapshot Playback
[ ]. [SET]. Use [ ] and [ ] to display the image you want • You can set the playback volume in the range of 0 (no sound) to 7 (loudest).
Page 164: Specifying The File Name Serial Number Generation Method
OTHER SETTINGS IMPORTANT! Specifying the File Name Serial Number • You can select any one of the following types of Generation Method image as the startup image. Use the following procedure to specify the method for — The camera’s built-in image generating the serial number used for file names (page 156).
Page 165: Setting The Clock
[ ]. you select another time zone. Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select the geographical area that contains location you want to select as your Home Time zone, and then press [SET].
Page 166: To Set The Current Time And Date
Set the current date and the time. and then press [ ]. To do this: Do this: Use [ ] and [ ] to change the setting, and Change the setting at the current Press [ ] or [ ]. then press [SET].
Page 167: Using World Time
Press [MENU]. and instantly change the time setting of the camera’s clock when you go on a trip, etc. World Time lets you select one Select the “Set Up” tab, select “World Time”, of 162 cities in 32 time zones.
Page 168: Editing The Date And Time Of An Image
This capability comes want, and then press in handy when the current date and time are wrong due to [SET]. the following reasons. • Because the camera’s clock settings were not configured correctly when the image was recorded (page 47) •...
Page 169: Changing The Display Language
• After editing the time and date, display the image to confirm that the date and time are correct. and then press [ ]. Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to change the IMPORTANT! setting, and then press [SET].
Page 170: Changing The Brightness Of The Monitor Screen
Relatively higher monitor screen then press [ ]. brightness than the 0 setting (for outdoor use) Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you • This setting consumes more power. want, and then press [SET]. Normal monitor screen brightness (for...
Page 171: Changing The Usb Port Protocol
(using the bundled Photo Loader connecting to a computer, printer, or other external device. application). Select the protocol that suits the device to which you are • PTP (PictBridge) simplifies the transfer of image data to connecting.
Page 172: Configuring [ ] (Rec) And [ ] (Play) Power On/Off Functions
[ ]. IMPORTANT! • When “Power On/Off” is selected, pressing [ Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you (REC) in the REC mode or [ ] (PLAY) in the PLAY want, and then press [SET].
Page 173: Formatting Built-In Memory
Check to make sure there is no memory card Formatting Built-in Memory loaded in the camera. Formatting built-in memory deletes any data stored in it. • If there is a memory card loaded in the camera, remove it (page 176). IMPORTANT! Press [MENU].
Page 174: Using A Memory Card
10MB per second is stores files to the card. recommended. • Note that you cannot save files to built-in memory while a • SD memory cards and SDHC memory cards have a memory card is installed in the camera.
Page 175: Using A Memory Card
IMPORTANT! same direction as • Make sure you turn off the camera before inserting or the camera’s removing a memory card. monitor screen, • Be sure to orient the card correctly when inserting it.
Page 176: To Replace The Memory Card
USING A MEMORY CARD To replace the memory card IMPORTANT! • Never try to insert anything that is not an SD memory card, SDHC memory card or MMC (MultiMediaCard) Press the memory into the camera’s memory card slot. Doing so can card into the cause malfunction of the camera.
Page 177: Formatting A Memory Card
Before using a new memory card for the first time, you Load the memory card into the camera. need to format it. Once you format a memory card, you will not need to format it each time you use it.
Page 178: Copying Files
• Files in the FAVORITE folder cannot be copied. • As you record data to and delete data from a memory • Copying an audio snapshot copies both its image file card a number of times, it loses its ability to retain data.
Page 179: 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 IMPORTANT! • Copy is not possible if there is not enough memory a memory card capacity to hold all of the images you are trying to copy.
Page 180: To Copy A Specific File From A Memory Card To Built-In Memory
Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Card Built-in”, and then press [SET]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the file you want to copy. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Copy”, and then press [SET].
Page 181: Printing Images
The camera’s DPOF feature lets you specify which images a PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT printer for printing. you want to print and how many copies of each you want. For more information, see “DPOF” (page 182) and “Using For more information, see “DPOF” (page 182).
Page 182: Dpof
Macintosh, which can be installed for image transfer and the card. management, but not for printing. Use commercially With this camera, you can select images by viewing them available software for printing with a Macintosh. For more on the monitor screen without needing to remember file information, see “Using the Camera with a Macintosh...
Page 183: To Configure Print Settings For A Single Image
Use [ ] and [ ] to specify the number of copies. image • You can specify up to 99 for the number of copies. Specify 00 if you do not want to have the image In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].
Page 184: To Configure Print Settings For All Images
Use [ ] and [ ] to select “All images”, and stamping. then press [ ]. • To turn off date stamping for the prints, press [BS] so “Off” is displayed. Use [ ] and [ ] to specify the number of After all the settings are the way you want, copies.
Page 185 PRINTING IMAGES IMPORTANT! • If you use the DPOF setting to turn on date stamping for printing on an image that already has date/time • DPOF settings are not cleared automatically after stamp data embedded in it (page 124), the two printing is complete.
Page 186: Using Pictbridge Or Usb Direct-Print
[ ]. directly to a printer that supports PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT, Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you and perform image selection and want, and then press [SET]. printing using the camera monitor screen and controls.
Page 187 ](USB port) • Also, connect the AC adaptor to the USB cradle and plug the AC adaptor into an electrical outlet. • If you are using battery power without the AC adaptor, make sure that the battery is fully charged.
Page 188 10 . Use [ ] and [ ] to select the paper size you • To print a single image: want to use for printing, and then press [SET]. Select “1 Image” and then •...
Page 189: Date Printing
• Specifying date printing with DPOF settings (page 182) — If you use the DPOF setting to turn on date stamping • The print menu will appear when printing is for printing on an image that already has date/time complete.
Page 190: Printing Precautions
• Specifying date printing with the Photohands software that comes with the camera • See the documentation that comes with your printer for — See page 23 of the Photohands User’s Guide for information about print quality and paper settings.
Page 191: Print Image Matching Iii
PRINT Image Matching and interpreted by an Exif Print PRINT Image Matching printer to produce better- looking prints. IMPORTANT! • Information about the availability of Exif Print compatible printer models can be obtained from each printer manufacturer.
Page 192: Viewing Images On A Computer
In files from a computer running under Windows. You can find order to do this, you first need to install the USB driver details about each operation in the procedures that follow located on the CD-ROM that comes bundled with the below.
Page 193 • Note that the example installation presented here • If you want to transfer files from the camera’s built-in uses Windows 98. memory to a computer, make sure there is no...
Page 194 • Follow the instructions that appear on your computer • If you are using battery power without the AC screen to complete the installation. adaptor, make sure that the battery is fully charged.
Page 195 USB cable then press [ ]. (bundled) Connector B USB port Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Mass Storage (USB DIRECT-PRINT)”, and then press [SET]. Connector A Turn off the camera. ](USB port) • Take care when connecting the USB cable to the USB cradle or your computer.
Page 196 Place the camera onto the USB cradle. • Pressing the [USB] button enters the USB mode, which causes the USB cradle’s [USB] lamp to light • Do not place the camera onto the USB cradle while it green (page 232). is turned on.
Page 197 Windows XP NOTE 1. In the camera’s file memory (Removable Disk), right- • If you open a rotated image on your computer, the click the “Dcim” folder. original unrotated version will appear (page 147). 2. On the shortcut menu that appears, click [Copy].
Page 198 NOTE Depending on the version of Windows you are running, use one of the following procedures • If you already have a folder named “Dcim” in your computer’s “My Documents” folder, performing the to terminate the USB connection. procedures under step 19 above will overwrite the Windows XP/98SE/98 Users existing “Dcim”...
Page 199: Using The Camera With A Macintosh Computer
Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer • Do not leave the same image displayed on your computer screen for a long time. Doing so can cause the image to The following are the general steps for viewing and copying “burn in” on the screen.
Page 200 IMPORTANT! Connect the USB cable that comes bundled with the camera to the USB cradle and your • If you want to transfer files from the camera’s built-in memory to a computer, make sure there is no computer’s USB port.
Page 201 USB connection Place the camera onto the USB cradle. between the camera and your Macintosh. • Do not place the camera onto the USB cradle while it is turned on. 10 . Double-click the drive icon for the camera’s file memory, the “DCIM”...
Page 202 NOTE or it may cause large error in the number of images • If you open a rotated image on your Macintosh, the value displayed by the camera. Always copy images original unrotated version will appear (page 147).
Page 203: Using A Memory Card To Transfer Images To A Computer
Computer • Do not leave the same image displayed on your computer screen for a long time. Doing so can cause the image to The procedures in this section describe how to transfer “burn in” on the screen.
Page 204: Memory Data
DCF devices (digital cameras, printers, etc.) can exchange images with each other. DCF protocol defines a format for image file data and the folder structure for file memory, so Using a Commercially Available PC Card Reader/Writer images can be viewed using another manufacturer’s DCF...
Page 205: Memory Folder Structure
CIMG0002.JPG (Storage file) Extension: WAV) MISC (DPOF file folder) • Audio snapshot image file File that contains the image part of an audio snapshot AUTPRINT.MRK (DPOF file) (File Name Extension: JPG) SCENE (BEST SHOT folder) • Audio snapshot audio file File that contains the audio part of an audio snapshot UZ700001.JPE...
Page 206: Image Files Supported By The Camera
• User setup file (Built-in memory only) displaying an image recorded on another camera model, it Files that contain BEST SHOT user setups may take a long time for the image to appear on the • Startup Screen File (Built-in memory only) display.
Page 207 You can change the name of the DCIM folder on your computer. Changing the name to a date is a good way to keep track of multiple DCIM folders. However, if you even want to copy the folders back to the camera’s file memory, be...
Page 208: Using The Camera With A Windows Computer
This section explains the software and applications on the CD-ROM that comes bundled with the camera, and provides an overview of what you can do with them. Note that the procedure you need to perform depends on whether you are using computer running under Windows (see below) or a Macintosh (see page 222).
Page 209 Windows. Use the Windows Media Player application that is installed with Windows for playback. * If you are running Windows 2000, 98SE or 98 with a DirectX version that is lower than 9.0, install DirectX 9.0c (page 213).
Page 210: Computer System Requirements
OS: 98SE/98 OS: XP/2000/Me/98SE/98 HD: At least 65MB free space during installation, 18MB • In the case of Windows XP, 2000, or Me, connect the after installation is complete. camera to the computer using the bundled USB cradle. You do not need to install the USB driver from the Adobe Reader 6.0...
Page 211: Managing Images On A Pc
Managing Images on a PC Start up your computer and insert the CD-ROM into its CD- To manage images on a PC, you need to install the Photo ROM drive. This will automatically launch the menu Loader application from the CD-ROM that comes with the application, which displays a menu screen on your camera.
Page 212 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER I Viewing the Contents of the “Read me” File I Installing Photo Loader You should always read the “Read me” file for “Photo Click the “Install” button for “Photo Loader”. Loader” before installing it. The “Read me” file contains...
Page 213 Photo Loader, you may not be able to browse your the bundled CD-ROM. existing library information and HTML files that are • If your PC does not have DirectX 9.0 or higher created automatically by Photo Loader. In some installed, install DirectX 9.0c from the bundled CD- cases, image files may be lost.
Page 214: Retouching, Reorienting, And Printing A Snapshot
I Getting Started Retouching, Reorienting, and Printing a Snapshot Start up your computer and insert the CD-ROM into its CD- ROM drive. This will automatically launch the menu In order to retouch, reorient, or print snapshots on your PC, application, which displays a menu screen on your you need to install Photohands from the CD-ROM that computer.
Page 215: Playing A Movie
Click the “Read me” button for “Photohands”. I Movie Playback Precautions • Be sure to move the movie data to the hard disk of your I Installing Photohands PC before trying to play it. Proper movie playback may not be possible for data accessed over a network, from a memory card, etc.
Page 216: Transferring Images To The Camera
IMPORTANT! • You cannot transfer movies to the camera. • Only image files of the following formats can be transferred to the camera: JPG, JPEG, JPE, and BMP. The transfer operation converts BMP files to JPEG format.
Page 217: Getting Started
I Getting Started I Viewing the Contents of the “Read me” File Start up your computer and insert the CD-ROM into its CD- You should always read the “Read me” file for “Photo ROM drive. This will automatically launch the menu Transport”...
Page 218 Photo Transport Transfer Transport”. button. Follow the instructions that appear on your • Move your mouse pointer to the image file you want to transfer, and then hold down your mouse button. computer screen. Keeping your mouse button depressed, drag the...
Page 219 • Move your mouse pointer to the upper left corner of the area you want to capture and then hold down • The image transfer method and detailed image your mouse button.
Page 220: Viewing User Documentation (Pdf Files)
I Photo Transport Setup and Help Reader installed on your computer in order to view the contents of a PDF file. If you do not already have Clicking the Settings button will display a dialog box that Adobe Reader installed, you can install it from the you can use to configure image transfer settings, to specify bundled CD-ROM.
Page 221: User Registration
Exiting the Menu Application You can perform user registration over the Internet. To do On the menu screen, click “Exit” to exit the so, of course, you need to be able to connect to the Internet with your computer. menu.
Page 222: 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 223: Computer System Requirements
Actual requirements are greater, driver that comes with the operating system, so all you depending on the number of images and the sizes of the need to do is connect the camera to your Macintosh using images being handled.
Page 224: Managing Images On A Macintosh
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Managing Images on a Macintosh IMPORTANT! • If you are upgrading to the new version of Photo Loader from a previous version and you want to use I To manage images on a Macintosh running...
Page 225: Playing A Movie
You must have Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader operating system, to play back movies. To play back a installed on your computer in order to view the contents of movie, first copy the movie to your Macintosh and then a PDF file.
Page 226: To Register As A Camera User
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER I To view the Photo Loader user’s guide To register as a camera user Internet registration only is supported. Visit the following On the CD-ROM, open the “Manual” folder. CASIO website to register: http://world.casio.com/qv/register/ Open the “Photo Loader”...
Page 227: Menu Reference
Menu Reference Review On / Off Icon Help On / Off The following shows lists of menus that appear in the REC Memory BEST SHOT: On / Off mode and the PLAY mode, and their settings. Flash: On / Off •...
Page 228 (Movies) Home Time setup (city, DST, etc.) EV Shift –2.0 / –1.7 / –1.3 / –1.0 / –0.7 / –0.3 / 0.0 / World Time setup (city, DST, etc.) +0.3 / +0.7 / +1.0 / +1.3 / +1.7 / +2.0 Timestamp Date / Date&Time / Off...
Page 229 APPENDIX I PLAY Mode G Set Up Tab Menu • The contents of the PLAY mode set up tab menu are G PLAY Tab Menu identical to those of the REC mode set up tab menu. Slideshow Start / Images / Time / Interval / Effect /...
Page 230: Indicator Lamp Reference
Pattern 2 Storing image Storing movie data / Pattern 1 * There are three lamp flash patterns. Pattern 1 flashes once per processing image data second, Pattern 2 flashes twice per second, and Pattern 3 flashes Self-timer countdown Pattern 1 four times per second.
Page 231 APPENDIX IMPORTANT! AF assist • When you are using a memory card, never remove light / Operation Lamp self-timer the card from the camera while the operation lamp is Meaning lamp flashing green. Doing so will cause recorded images to be lost.
Page 232: Usb Cradle Indicator Lamps
I PLAY Mode I USB Cradle Indicator Lamps The USB cradle has two indicator lamps: a [CHARGE] lamp and a [USB] lamp. These lamps light and flash to AF assist light / indicate the current operational status of the USB cradle...
Page 233: Troubleshooting Guide
2) The battery is dead. 2) Charge the battery (page 33). If the battery goes dead soon after being charged, it means the battery has reached the end of its life and needs to be replaced. Purchase a separately available NP-40 rechargeable lithium ion battery.
Page 234 2) Make sure the subject is centered in the focus focus frame when you compose the image. frame when composing the image. 3) The subject you are shooting is a type that is not 3) Use manual focus (page 80). compatible with Auto Focus operation (page 57).
Page 235 2) You are trying to use the Macro mode ( 2) Use Auto Focus for scenery and portrait shots. when shooting a scenery or portrait shot. 3) You are trying to use Auto Focus or the Infinity 3) Use the Macro mode ( ) for close-ups.
Page 236 Note that vertical smear is not recorded with the image in the case of a snapshot, but it is recorded in the case of a movie. Out of focus images.
Page 237 After confirming that the computer is not accessing camera memory, disconnect the USB cable. Cannot transfer files over a 1) Camera is not set securely on the USB cradle. 1) Check the connection between the camera and USB connection. USB cradle.
Page 238: If You Have Problems Installing The Usb Driver
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 98SE/98 before installing the USB driver from the bundled CD-ROM, or if you have another type of driver installed.
Page 239: Display Messages
Display Messages Battery is low. The battery is dead. Check connections! • You are attempting to connect the camera to a printer while the camera’s USB settings are not Cannot correct Keystone correction cannot be performed for some compatible with the USB system of the printer image! reason.
Page 240 The camera is in the Printer mode, and the printer is running low on ink or is out of ink. This file cannot be The image file or audio file is corrupted, or is a played. type that cannot be displayed by this camera.
Page 241: Specifications
2 shots 61 shots Image Files Format 3072 × 2048 Normal 2.1MB 3 shots 110 shots Snapshots ....... JPEG (Exif Ver.2.2); DCF (Design rule Economy 1.28MB 6 shots 176 shots for Camera File system) 1.0 standard; Fine 3.0MB 2 shots...
Page 242 AF Area: spot, multi, AF Assist Light Capacity depends on card manufacturer. * To determine the number of images that can be stored on a Approximate Focus Range (from lens surface) memory card of a different capacity, multiply the capacities in the Auto Focus ......
Page 243 APPENDIX Exposure Control Built-in Flash Light Metering ....Multi-pattern, center-weighted, spot by Flash Modes ....Auto Flash, ON, OFF, Red eye reduction, Soft Flash Exposure ......Program AE Flash Range ....Wide Angle Optical Zoom: Exposure Compensation ..–2EV to +2EV (1/3EV units) 0.15 to 3.4 meters (0.5´...
Page 244 The values below indicate the amount of time under the conditions defined Auto Calendar ....To 2049 below, until power automatically turns off due to battery failure. They do not World Time ...... City; Date; Time; Summer time; guarantee that you will be able to achieve this level of operation. Low 162 cities in 32 time zones temperatures shorten battery life.
Page 245 APPENDIX I Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery (NP-40) • The above values are based a new battery, starting from a full charge. Repeated charging shortens battery life. Rated Voltage ....3.7 V • Frequency of flash, zoom, and Auto Focus usage, and the time the camera is on greatly affects recording time and number of Rated Capacitance ....
Page 246 (2.5˝(W) × 0.8˝(H) × 2.0˝(D)) (excluding projections and cable) Weight ......... Approximately 76 g (2.7 oz) • Power cord precautions for use in Singapore The power cord set is not supplied. The power cord used must comply with relevant national and/or international standards.
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Basic Image Recording

74 Other Recording Functions

154 Deleting Files

Playback

File Management

Other Settings

174 Using a Memory Card

Printing Images

208 Using the Camera with a Computer

Viewing Images on a Computer

227 Appendix

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