Casio EXILIM EX-Z70 User Manual
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EX-Z70
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
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  • Page 1: Digital Camera

    Digital Camera EX-Z70 User’s Guide Thank you for purchasing this CASIO product. • Before using it, be sure to read the precautions contained in this User’s Guide. • Keep the User’s Guide in a safe place for future reference. • For the most up-to-date information about this product, visit the official EXILIM Website at http://www.exilim.com/.
  • Page 2: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Unpacking Check to make sure that all of the items shown below are included with your camera. If something is missing, contact your dealer as soon as possible. Camera Rechargeable Lithium Lithium Ion Battery AC Power Cord * Strap Ion Battery (NP-20) Charger...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    INTRODUCTION GETTING READY Contents About This Manual ............. 21 INTRODUCTION General Guide ............22 Camera Unpacking ..............2 Lithium Ion Battery Charger Monitor Screen Contents ........... 25 Features ............... 9 REC Mode Precautions ..............12 PLAY Mode Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen QUICK START GUIDE Attaching the Strap ............
  • Page 4 INTRODUCTION Exposure Compensation (EV Shift) ......82 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Adjusting White Balance ..........84 Recording an Image ........... 50 Configuring the White Balance Setting Manually Aiming the Camera Using Continuous Shutter .......... 87 Recording an Image Normal-speed continuous shutter Using the easy Mode High-speed continuous shutter Recording Precautions...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION REC Mode Camera Settings ........112 Playing and Editing a Movie ........133 Assigning Functions to the [ ] and [ ] Keys Playing a Movie Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off Editing a Movie Turning Image Review On and Off Capturing a Still Image from a Movie Using Icon Help (MOTION PRINT)
  • Page 6 INTRODUCTION Protecting Files ............155 Changing the USB Port Protocol ......168 To protect a single file Configuring [ ] (REC) and [ ] (PLAY) To protect all files in memory Power On/Off Functions ........... 169 Using the FAVORITE Folder ........156 Formatting Built-in Memory ........
  • Page 7 INTRODUCTION VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER APPENDIX Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ..189 Menu Reference ............220 Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer ..196 Indicator Lamp Reference ........223 Using a Memory Card to Troubleshooting Guide ..........226 Transfer Images to a Computer .......
  • Page 8 EX-Z70. others. • CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall not be held • Photo Loader and Photohands are the property of liable for any damages or losses suffered by you or CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. Except as stipulated...
  • Page 9: Features

    INTRODUCTION I LCD Panel Features The LCD panel is a product of the latest LCD • 7.2 million effective pixels manufacturing technology that provides a pixel yield of 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 INTRODUCTION • Auto Macro (pages 76, 78) • Business Shot (page 97) Auto Macro automatically switches to the macro mode Business Shot automatically corrects rectangular shapes when the distance between the camera and subject it when recording the image of a business card, document, shorter than the Auto Focus range.
  • Page 11 INTRODUCTION • Color Correction (page 131) • Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) (page 179) Simply record the image of an old photograph to restore Images can be printed easily in the sequence you want its colors. using a DPOF compatible printer. DPOF can also be used when specifying images and quantities for printing by •...
  • Page 12: Precautions

    • Never try to open the case of the camera or attempt your own repairs. High-voltage internal components create the risk of electric shock when exposed. Always leave maintenance and repair work up to a CASIO authorized service center. • Keep the small parts and accessories of this camera out of the reach of small children.
  • Page 13 Using the camera under these conditions creates the risk of fire and electric shock. After making sure there is no more smoke coming from the camera, take it to your nearest CASIO authorized service center for repair. Never attempt your own maintenance.
  • Page 14: Data Error Precautions

    INTRODUCTION I Test for proper operation before using the I Data Error Precautions camera! • Your digital camera is manufactured using precision digital components. Any of the following creates the risk Before using the camera to record important images, make of corruption of data in file memory.
  • Page 15: Operating Conditions

    INTRODUCTION I Operating conditions I Power Supply • This camera is designed for use in temperatures ranging • Use only the special NP-20 rechargeable lithium ion from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). battery to power this camera. Use of any other type of •...
  • Page 16: Caring For Your Camera

    INTRODUCTION I Caring for your camera I Other • Fingerprints, dust, or any other soiling of the lens can • The camera may become slightly warm during use. This interfere with proper image recording. Never touch the does not indicate malfunction. lens with your fingers.
  • Page 17: Quick Start Guide

    QUICK START GUIDE QUICK START GUIDE First, charge the battery! Charge the rechargeable litium Load the battery into the camera. ion battery (NP-20) that comes (page 34). with the camera (page 31). • It takes about 90 minutes to achieve a full charge.
  • Page 18: To Configure Display Language And Clock Settings

    QUICK START GUIDE To configure display language and clock settings • Be sure to configure the following settings before Press the power button to turn on the camera. using the camera to record images. See page 47 for details. Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select the language •...
  • Page 19: To Record An Image

    QUICK START GUIDE To record an image See page 50 for details. Auto recording icon Press [ ] (REC). • This enters the REC (recording) mode. Point the camera at the subject, use the monitor screen to compose the image, and then press the shutter button half way.
  • Page 20: To View A Recorded Image

    QUICK START GUIDE To view a recorded image To delete an image See page 124 for details. See page 152 for details. 2, 3, 4, 5 Press [ ] (PLAY). Press [ ] (PLAY). • This enters the PLAY (playback) mode. Press [ ] ( Use [ ] and [ ] to scroll through the Use [ ] and [ ] to display the image you want to...
  • Page 21: Contents

    NOTE indicates information that is useful when Means this: in this manual: operating the camera. “camera” The CASIO EX-Z70 Digital Camera “file memory” The location where the camera is currently storing images you record (page 51) “battery” The NP-20 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery “digital noise”...
  • Page 22: 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. the images you record.
  • Page 23 GETTING READY I Back I Bottom Memory card slot Stopper Battery cover Battery compartment USB/AV connector Tripod screw hole * Use this hole when attaching to a tripod. Speaker [SET] Operation lamp Zoom button Strap ring ] (PLAY mode) button ] (REC mode) button [ ][ ][ ][ ] [SET] button...
  • Page 24: Lithium Ion Battery Charger

    GETTING READY Lithium Ion Battery Charger [CHARGE] lamp Contacts AC jack...
  • Page 25: 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 26 GETTING READY Metering mode indicator ISO sensitivity NOTE (page 117) (page 118) • An out of range aperture, shutter speed, or ISO None Multi sensitivity setting causes the corresponding monitor Aperture value (page 53) Center Weighted screen value to turn amber. Shutter speed value •...
  • Page 27: Play Mode

    GETTING READY PLAY Mode Digital zoom indicator (page 61) PLAY mode file type Folder name/File name (page 154) Snapshot Zoom indicator (page 61) Example : When a file named Movie • Left side indicates optical zoom. CIMG0023.JPG is stored in a folder •...
  • Page 28 GETTING READY 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 103) : High Quality digital camera model.
  • Page 29: Changing The Contents Of The Monitor Screen

    GETTING READY I PLAY Mode Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen Each press of [ ] (DISP) changes the contents of the monitor screen as shown below. I REC Mode Indicators on Histogram/Details on Indicators on Histogram on Indicators off Indicators off...
  • Page 30: Attaching The Strap

    GETTING READY IMPORTANT! Attaching the Strap • Pressing [ ] (DISP) will not change monitor screen Attach the strap to the strap ring as shown in the contents during standby or recording of an audio illustration. snapshot. • You can use [ ] (DISP) to turn off the monitor screen Strap ring only when voice recording in the REC mode.
  • Page 31: Power Requirements

    GETTING READY To charge the battery Power Requirements Your camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium ion Correctly positioning the positive and battery (NP-20). negative terminals of the battery, load the lithium ion battery into the battery charger. The battery is not fully charged when you use the camera for the first time after purchasing it.
  • Page 32 GETTING READY Plug the battery charger into a household NOTE power outlet. • The bundled battery charger is designed for operation with any power supply in the range of 100V • This will cause the [CHARGE] lamp to turn red. to 240V AC, 50/60Hz.
  • Page 33 GETTING READY The [CHARGE] lamp goes out when charging IMPORTANT! is complete. • If the battery or battery charger is very hot or cold when you start charging or if it becomes hot during After charging is complete, unplug the battery charging, the battery charger will enter a standby charger from the power outlet, and remove state, which is indicated when its [CHARGE] lamp...
  • Page 34: To Load The Battery

    GETTING READY To load the battery With the EXILIM logo on the battery facing upwards (in the direction of the monitor screen), hold the stopper in the direction Slide the battery cover on the bottom of the indicated by the arrow as you slide the camera in the direction indicated by the battery into the camera.
  • Page 35 • Use only the special NP-20 rechargeable lithium ion battery charger. battery to power this camera. Use of any other type of battery is not supported. • If the same symptoms occur again after taking the above steps, contact a CASIO authorized service center.
  • Page 36: Low Battery Indicator

    GETTING READY I Tips to Make the Battery Last Longer Low Battery Indicator • If you do not need the flash while recording, select The following shows how the battery capacity indicator on (flash off) for the flash mode. See page 63 for more the monitor screen changes as battery power is used.
  • Page 37: To Replace The Battery

    GETTING READY To replace the battery Release the stopper and pull the battery from the camera. Open the battery cover. • Take care so you do not drop the battery. Load a new battery into the camera (page 34). Pull the stopper in the direction indicated by the arrow.
  • Page 38: Power Supply Precautions

    NOTE that can conduct electricity (necklaces, pencil lead, etc.) • The term “battery” in this manual refers to the CASIO — Never try to take the battery apart, modify it in any NP-20 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery. way, or expose it to strong impact.
  • Page 39 • This lithium ion battery is intended for use with a remove it from the camera or charger, and keep it away CASIO Digital Camera only. For details about the from open flame: camera models that this battery can be wed with, see —...
  • Page 40 GETTING READY G BATTERY STORAGE PRECAUTIONS I Battery Charger Precautions • Make sure you remove the battery from the camera • Never plug the battery charger into an outlet whose when you do not plan to use it for a long time. A battery voltage rating is different from that marked on the left in the camera discharges very small amounts of battery charger.
  • Page 41: Turning The Camera On And Off

    GETTING READY Turning the Camera On and Off NOTE • Pressing [ ] (REC) to turn on the camera enters I To turn on the camera the REC mode, while pressing [ ] (PLAY) enters the PLAY mode. Press the power button, [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY).
  • Page 42: Configuring Power Saving Settings

    GETTING READY I To turn off the camera Configuring Power Saving Settings Press the power button to turn off the camera. You can configure the settings described below to conserve battery power. NOTE Sleep : Automatically turns off the monitor •...
  • Page 43 GETTING READY G See “Using the On-screen Menus” (page 44) for • The Auto Power Off and Sleep features are disabled information about how to use menus. in the following cases. — When the camera is connected to a computer or To configure this feature: Select this setting: some other device...
  • Page 44: Using The On-Screen Menus

    GETTING READY Selection cursor (indicates Press [MENU]. Using the On-screen Menus the currently selected item) [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 mode or the PLAY mode.
  • Page 45 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. Move between tabs Press [ ] and [ ].
  • Page 46: Configuring Display Language And Clock Settings

    GETTING READY Perform one of the following operations to Configuring Display Language and Clock apply the setting you configured. Settings Be sure to configure the following settings before using the To do this: Perform this key operation: camera to record images. Apply the setting and exit Press [SET].
  • Page 47: To Configure Display Language And Clock Settings

    GETTING READY • A built-in backup battery retains the date and time To configure display language and clock settings of the camera for about 30 hours if the settings camera is not supplied with power. Date and time settings will be cleared when the backup battery Press the power button, [ ] (REC) or goes dead.
  • Page 48 GETTING READY Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and Use [ ] and [ ] to [ ] to select the select the date format geographical area setting you want, and where you live, and then press [SET]. then press [SET]. Example: December 24, 2006 Use [ ] and [ ] to select the name of the...
  • Page 49 GETTING READY Set the current date and the time. To do this: Do this: 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].
  • Page 50: 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, self-timer lamp or lens. Recording an Image Flash Self-timer lamp Aiming the Camera Use both hands to hold the camera still when shooting an Microphone...
  • Page 51: 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 52 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Auto recording icon Press the power button or [ ] (REC) to turn Compose the image on the camera. on the monitor screen so the main subject is Power button within the focus frame. • The focusing range of the camera depends on 06/12 12/24...
  • Page 53 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING G Operation Lamp and Focus Frame Operation Press the shutter button half way to focus the image. When you see this: It means this: • When you press the shutter Green focus frame The image is in focus. button half way, the camera’s Green operation lamp Auto Focus feature automatically...
  • Page 54 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 55: Using The Easy Mode

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Using the easy Mode Press the shutter button half way to focus the image. The easy mode eliminates troublesome setups. This mode • The focus frame will turn green and operation lamp is recommended for those who are new to digital imaging. will light green when focusing is complete.
  • Page 56 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING I Using the easy Menu Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET]. The easy menu contains flash, self-timer, and image size settings, plus an item for exiting the easy mode. Menu Item: Available Settings: •...
  • Page 57: Recording Precautions

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING • The following are the settings you can select for Recording Precautions “easy Mode”. I Recording Precautions To do this: Select this setting: • Never open the battery cover while the operation lamp is Stay in the easy mode, without flashing green.
  • Page 58: About Auto Focus

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING I About Auto Focus • Bright light shining on the lens can cause images to appear “washed out”. This tends to happen when • Proper focus may be difficult or even impossible when recording images outdoors in bright sunlight. To protect shooting the following types of subjects.
  • Page 59: Using Zoom

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING I About the REC Mode Monitor Screen Using Zoom • The image shown on the monitor screen in the REC Your camera is equipped with two types of zoom: optical mode is a simplified image for composing purposes. The zoom and digital zoom.
  • Page 60 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 Zoom out Zoom in while recording with the Auto Focus mode, Macro...
  • Page 61: Digital Zoom

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING I To record an image using digital zoom 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 down the to 12X (in combination with optical zoom).
  • Page 62 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING I To turn digital zoom on and off Release the zoom button momentarily, and then hold down its telephoto ( ) side again to move the zoom pointer into the digital In the REC mode, press [MENU]. zoom range.
  • Page 63: Using The Flash

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 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) •...
  • Page 64 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING I Flash On IMPORTANT! • The flash unit of this camera fires a number of times Select (Flash On) as the flash mode when backlighting when you record an image. The initial flashes are causes your subject to appear dark, even though there is pre-flashes, which the camera uses to obtain enough light to keep the flash from firing automatically.
  • Page 65: Flash Unit Status

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 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

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Changing the Flash Intensity Setting Using Flash Assist Perform the following steps to change the flash intensity Recording a subject that is outside the flash range can setting. cause the subject to appear dark in the resulting image, because not enough of the flash reaches the subject.
  • Page 67 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING I Flash Precautions Flash Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET]. • Take care that your fingers do not block the flash when To do this: Select this setting: you hold the camera.
  • Page 68: Using The Self-Timer

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING • When the flash is turned off ( ), mount the camera on a Using the Self-timer tripod to record images in an area where available lighting The self-timer lets you select either a 2-second or 10- is dim.
  • Page 69 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 1. The camera performs a 10-second countdown To do this: Select this setting: and then records the first image. Specify a 10-second self-timer 10 sec 2. The camera prepares to record the next image. The amount of time required for preparation Specify a 2-second self-timer 2 sec depends on the camera’s current “Size”...
  • Page 70 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Self-timer lamp Press the shutter NOTE 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. •...
  • Page 71: Specifying Image Size

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you Specifying Image Size want, and then press [SET]. “Image size” is the size of the image, expressed as the • When selecting the image size, the image size value number of vertical and horizontal pixels.
  • Page 72: Specifying Image Quality

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING • 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 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING To get this: Select this setting: High image quality, large file Higher Fine size Quality Normal image quality and Normal normal file size Low image quality, small file Lower Economy size Quality IMPORTANT! • Actual file size depends on the type of image you record.
  • Page 74: Other Recording Functions

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Focus mode indicator • This causes the focus mode Selecting the Focus Mode indicator to appear on the You can select one of five different focus modes: Auto display. Focus, Macro, Pan Focus, Infinity, and Manual Focus. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
  • Page 75: Using Auto Focus

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Operation lamp 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 F3.1 F3.1 is the Auto Focus range. 1/1000 1000 Range: 40cm to ∞...
  • Page 76 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS I Quick Shutter NOTE • When proper focusing is not possible because the When Quick Shutter is turned on, the camera immediately subject is closer than the Auto Focus range, the records the image without waiting for Auto Focus to be camera automatically switches to the Macro mode performed when you press the shutter release all the way range (page 78).
  • Page 77: Specifying The Auto Focus Area

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS I Specifying the Auto Focus Area For this type of Auto Focus area: Select this: Very limited range in the center of the You can use the following procedure to change the Auto screen Focus area used in the Auto Focus mode and the Macro Spot •...
  • Page 78: Using The Macro Mode

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the Macro Mode NOTE • When the Macro mode cannot focus properly Use the Macro mode when you need to focus on close up because the subject is too far away, the camera subjects. The following shows the approximate focus range automatically switches to the Auto Focus range in the Macro mode.
  • Page 79: Using Pan Focus

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Pan Focus Using the Infinity Mode Pan Focus comes in handy when recording under The Infinity mode fixes focus at infinity (∞). Use this mode conditions where Auto Focus is difficult for some reason, or when recording scenery and other faraway images. in cases where Auto Focus operation noise is too noticeable in the movie audio.
  • Page 80: Using Manual Focus

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Manual Focus Press [SET]. With the Manual Focus mode, you can adjust the focus of While watching the an image manually. The following shows focus range in the image on the monitor Manual Focus mode. screen, use [ ] and [ ] to focus.
  • Page 81: Using Focus Lock

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Press the shutter button to record the image. Using Focus Lock Focus lock is a technique you can use to focus on a subject NOTE that is not located within the focus frame when you record • Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation an image.
  • Page 82: Exposure Compensation (Ev Shift)

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Keeping the shutter Exposure Compensation (EV Shift) button pressed half Exposure compensation lets you change the exposure way down, re- setting (EV value) manually to adjust for the lighting of your compose the image ISO50 ISO50 subject. This feature helps to achieve better results when F3.1 F3.1 as you like.
  • Page 83 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ] and [ ] to • To cancel EV Shift, adjust the value until it becomes 0.0. change the exposure compensation value, Press the shutter button to record the image. and then press [SET]. • Pressing [SET] registers IMPORTANT! the displayed value.
  • Page 84: Adjusting White Balance

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you Adjusting White Balance want, and then press [SET]. The wavelengths of the light produced by various light sources (daylight, light bulb, etc.) can affect the color of a When shooting under these conditions: Select this setting: subject when it is recorded.
  • Page 85: Configuring The White Balance Setting Manually

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS NOTE Configuring the White Balance Setting • When “Auto” is selected for the white balance Manually setting, the camera automatically determines the Certain complex light sources or other environmental white point of the subject. Certain subject colors and conditions can make it impossible to obtain good results light source conditions can cause problems when the when “Auto”...
  • Page 86 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ] and [ ] to • This starts the white balance adjustment procedure. The message “Complete” appears on the monitor select “Manual”. screen after white balance adjustment is complete. • This causes the object you last used to adjust Press [SET].
  • Page 87: Using Continuous Shutter

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ] and [ ] to Using Continuous Shutter select “Normal You can configure the camera to record only a single Speed”, “High snapshot each time the shutter button is pressed, or to Speed”, or “Flash keep recording as long as the shutter button remains Cont.
  • Page 88: Normal-Speed Continuous Shutter

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Normal-speed continuous shutter Flash continuous shutter Holding down the shutter button continuously records Holding down the shutter button while flash continuous images, as long as there is memory available to store shutter is selected records up to three images, firing the them.
  • Page 89: Using The Best Shot Mode

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS . In the REC mode, Using the BEST SHOT Mode press [BS] (BEST Simply select one of a collection of built-in sample scenes SHOT). and the camera sets up for the scene you selected for • This enters the BEST beautiful snapshots every time.
  • Page 90 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select the sample IMPORTANT! scene you want, and then press [SET]. • BEST SHOT scenes were not recorded using this camera. They are provided as samples only. •...
  • Page 91: Displaying Sample Scenes Individually

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • When recording the image of a night scene, Displaying Sample Scenes Individually fireworks, or some other image using a slow shutter You can use the following procedure to display BEST speed, use of a tripod is recommended to prevent SHOT sample scenes individually, so you can view the hand movement.
  • Page 92: Creating Your Own Best Shot Setup

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS . Use [ ] and [ ] to select the sample scene Creating Your Own BEST SHOT Setup you want, and then press [SET]. You can use the procedure below to save the setup of an • Pressing [MENU] jumps to the first sample scene snapshot you recorded as a BEST SHOT scene.
  • Page 93 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! NOTE • BEST SHOT user setups are located in the camera’s • The following are the settings that are included in a built-in memory following the built-in sample scenes. snapshot setup: focus mode, EV shift value, white •...
  • Page 94: To Delete A Best Shot User Setup

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS To delete a BEST SHOT user setup Reducing the Effects of Hand or Subject Movement In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT). You can reduce the effects of subject movement, and for hand movement that tends to occur when shooting a far- Press the zoom button to switch from the 12- away subject using telephoto, a fast-moving subject, or scene screen to the sample scene.
  • Page 95 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the Menu Screen IMPORTANT! 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. • Anti Shake is disabled automatically when any setting other than “Auto” is selected for ISO 2. Select the “REC” tab, select “Anti Shake”, and then sensitivity.
  • Page 96: Shooting With High Sensitivity

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! Shooting with High Sensitivity • High Sensitivity is disabled automatically when any Higher sensitivity makes it possible to record brighter setting other than “Auto” is selected for ISO images, without using flash, even when there is not enough sensitivity.
  • Page 97: Recording Images Of Business Cards And Documents (Business Shot)

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS I Setup Sample Images Recording Images of Business Cards and Documents (Business Shot) • Business cards and • 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.
  • Page 98: Before Recording With Business Shot

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Before recording with Business Shot To use Business Shot • Before recording, compose the image so outline of the In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT). item you want to record fits entirely within the monitor screen.
  • Page 99: Restoring An Old Photograph

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ] and [ ] to select the candidate you Restoring an Old Photograph want to correct. You can use the procedure in this section to restore an old, faded photograph with the color provided by modern digital Use [ ] and [ ] to camera technology.
  • Page 100: To Restore An Old Photograph

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS NOTE To restore an old photograph • When the camera is at an angle to the old photograph, one side of the recorded image may In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT). appear longer than the side opposite from it. This is called “keystoning,”...
  • 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]. Use [ ] and [ ] to •...
  • Page 102: Recording A Movie

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! Recording a Movie • Digital zoom is disabled while recording an old You can record movies with audio, up to 10 minutes long. photograph. However, you can use optical zoom. You can select a resolution setting to suit your needs. •...
  • Page 103: Specifying Movie Image Quality

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Specifying Movie Image Quality Approximate Setting Frame Rate Data Rate The image quality setting determines how much the Higher 10.2 megabits 30 frames/ camera compresses movie images before storing them. (640 × 480 pixels) Quality per second second Image quality is expressed as image size in pixels.
  • Page 104: Recording A Movie

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Recording a Movie • Movie recording continues as long as remaining memory capacity allows. • Pan Focus (page 79) is selected automatically as the In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT). focus mode in the Movie Mode regardless of the Mode Memory “Focus”...
  • Page 105: Movie Recording Precautions

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS I Movie Recording Precautions • The movie recording capacity of built-in memory is very small. Use of a memory card (page 171) is recommended • This camera also records audio. Note the following points when recording movies. when recording a movie.
  • Page 106: Recording Audio

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Recording Audio Select the “REC” tab, select “Audio Snap”, Adding Audio to a Snapshot and then press [ ]. You can add audio to a snapshot after you record it. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “On” and then press •...
  • Page 107: Recording Your Voice

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Press the shutter button to start audio Recording Your Voice recording. Voice Recording provides quick and easy recording of your • The operation lamp will flash green while recording is voice. in progress. • Audio Format: WAVE/ADPCM recording format Recording stops after about 30 seconds or This is the Windows standard format for audio recording.
  • Page 108 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT). Recording stops when you press the shutter button, when memory becomes full, or when Use [ ], [ ], [ ] and Recording time the battery goes dead. [ ] to select the “Voice Recording”...
  • Page 109: Using The Histogram

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS I Audio Recording Precautions Using the Histogram • Take care that you do not You can use [ ] (DISP) to display a histogram on the block the microphone with monitor screen (page 29). The histogram lets you check your fingers.
  • Page 110 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • An RGB histogram that shows the distribution of R (red), • When the histogram is too far G (green), and B (blue) components is also displayed. to the left, it means that there This histogram can be used to determine whether there is are too many dark pixels.
  • Page 111 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • A centered histogram IMPORTANT! indicates that there is good • Note that the above histograms are shown for distribution of light pixels and illustrative purposes only. You may not be able to dark pixels. This type of achieve exactly the same shapes for particular histogram results when the subjects.
  • Page 112: Rec Mode Camera Settings

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Assigning Functions to the [ ] and [ ] REC Mode Camera Settings Keys The following are the settings you can configure before recording an image using the REC mode. A “key customization” feature lets you configure the [ ] and [ ] keys so they change camera settings whenever •...
  • Page 113: Turning The On-Screen Grid On And Off

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off • While recording a snapshot or movie, you can use You can display gridlines on the monitor screen to help you [ ] and [ ] to set the functions assigned to them. compose images and ensure that the camera is straight However, you cannot change the ISO sensitivity when recording.
  • Page 114: Turning Image Review On And Off

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Turning Image Review On and Off Using Icon Help Image review displays the images you record on the Icon Help displays guidance text about an icon when you monitor screen as soon as you record them. Use the select it on the monitor screen while in the REC mode following procedure to turn image review on and off.
  • Page 115: Specifying Power On Default Settings

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you Specifying Power On Default Settings want, and then press [SET]. The camera’s “mode memory” feature lets you specify the power on default settings individually for the BEST SHOT To do this: Select this setting: mode, flash mode, focus mode, white balance mode, ISO...
  • Page 116 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Function BEST BEST SHOT status Select the “REC” tab, select “Memory”, and SHOT* cancel then press [ ]. Flash Auto Focus Auto Use [ ] and [ ] to select the item you want to White Balance Auto change, and then press [ ].
  • Page 117: Specifying Iso Sensitivity

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! Specifying ISO Sensitivity • Note that BEST SHOT mode settings take priority You can change the ISO sensitivity setting for better over mode memory settings. If you turn the camera images in places where lighting is dim or when you are off while in the BEST SHOT mode, all settings using faster shutter speeds.
  • Page 118: Selecting The Metering Mode

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! Selecting the Metering Mode • Under certain conditions, a high shutter speed in The metering mode determines what part of the subject is combination with a high ISO sensitivity setting can metered for exposure. You can use the following procedure cause digital noise (graininess), which makes an to change the camera’s metering mode.
  • Page 119 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Multi (Multi pattern) IMPORTANT! Multi (Multi pattern) metering divides the • When “Multi” is selected as the metering mode, image into sections and measures the certain procedures cause the metering mode setting light in each section for a balanced to change automatically as described below.
  • Page 120: Using The Filter Function

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the Filter Function Specifying Outline Sharpness The camera’s filter function lets you alter the tint of an Use the following procedure to control the sharpness of image when you record it. image outlines. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
  • Page 121: Specifying Color Saturation

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Specifying Color Saturation Specifying Contrast Use the following procedure to control the intensity of the Use this procedure to adjust the relative difference image you are recording. between the light areas and dark areas of the image you are recording.
  • Page 122: Date Stamping Snapshots

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Date Stamping Snapshots IMPORTANT! • Once date information is stamped in a print, it cannot You can have the snapshot’s recording date only, or date be deleted. and time stamped in the lower right corner of the image. •...
  • Page 123: Resetting The Camera

    OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Resetting the Camera Use the following procedure to reset all of the camera’s settings to their initial defaults as shown under “Menu Reference” on page 220. Press [MENU]. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Reset”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Reset”, and then press [SET].
  • Page 124: Playback

    PLAYBACK PLAYBACK You can use the camera’s built-in monitor screen to view Use [ ] (forward) or [ ] (back) to scroll images after you record them. through files on the monitor screen. Basic Playback Operation Use the following procedure to scroll through files stored in the camera’s memory.
  • Page 125: Playing An Audio Snapshot

    PLAYBACK Playing an Audio Snapshot IMPORTANT! • Audio volume can be adjusted only when playback is 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.
  • Page 126: 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 127: 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 128: Cropping An Image

    PLAYBACK 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 129 PLAYBACK Use the zoom button to zoom the image. IMPORTANT! • Trimming an image causes the original (pre-trimmed) • The part of the image displayed on the monitor image and the new (trimmed) version to be stored as screen is the cropped part. separate files.
  • Page 130: Keystone Correction

    PLAYBACK Use [ ] and [ ] to Keystone Correction select the candidate Use the following procedure to correct the snapshot of a you want to correct. blackboard, document, poster, photograph, or other rectangular object that is out of square because it was recorded at an angle.
  • Page 131: 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 132 PLAYBACK Use the zoom button to make the cropping IMPORTANT! • If the original image is smaller than 2M (1600 × 1200 boundary larger or smaller. pixels), the new (restored) version is the same size • Resize the cropping boundary as required to crop the as the original one.
  • Page 133: Playing And Editing A Movie

    PLAYBACK To do this: Do this: Playing and Editing a Movie Fast forward or fast reverse playback 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.
  • Page 134: Editing A Movie

    PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! Editing a Movie • You can adjust the volume level of movie audio Use the procedure in this section to edit and delete movies. during movie playback only. Editing operations let you cut everything before or after a •...
  • Page 135 PLAYBACK I To cut everything before or after a specific Display the frame where you want the cut to be located. frame To do this: Do this: While the movie you Fast forward or fast reverse are editing is playing, Press [ ] or [ ].
  • Page 136 PLAYBACK I To cut everything between two specific When the frame you want is displayed, frames press [ ]. While the movie is playing, press [SET]. • This will pause movie playback. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Yes,” and then press [SET].
  • Page 137 PLAYBACK Display the starting frame where you want the Referring to step 4, first cut to be located. search for the cut end screen. When the cut To do this: Do this: end screen is Fast forward or fast reverse displayed, press [ ].
  • Page 138: Capturing A Still Image From A Movie (Motion Print)

    PLAYBACK 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 an existing movie and create a still image that is suitable display the one that contains the frames you...
  • Page 139: Displaying The 9-Image View

    PLAYBACK Use [ ] and [ ] to display the frame that you Displaying the 9-image View want to use as the main image. The following procedure displays nine images on the • Holding down either button scrolls at high speed. monitor screen at the same time.
  • Page 140: Displaying The Calendar Screen

    PLAYBACK Selection boundary Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and Displaying the Calendar Screen [ ] to move the Use the following procedure to display a 1-month calendar. selection boundary to Each day shows the first file recorded on that day, which the image you want.
  • Page 141: Playing A Slideshow

    PLAYBACK • appears in place of the image when the date Playing a Slideshow contains data that cannot be displayed by this 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].
  • Page 142 PLAYBACK Use the screen that appears to configure the • Pattern 1, 2, 3, 4 image, time, interval, and effect settings. Applies a preset effect when transitioning from one image to another. • Random • All Images Effect Randomly applies the preset patterns (1, 2, 3, Displays all images in camera memory.
  • Page 143 PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! • Note that effect settings are disabled when the slideshow “Images” setting is “Favorites” or “ • Note that all buttons are disabled while an image Only”, or when the slideshow “Interval” setting is change is in progress. Wait until an image is stopped “MAX”, “1 sec”, or “2 sec”.
  • Page 144: Rotating The Display Image

    PLAYBACK Use [ ] and [ ] to Rotating the Display Image select “Rotate”, and 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.
  • Page 145: Adding Audio To A Snapshot

    PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! Adding Audio to a Snapshot • You cannot rotate an image that is protected. To The “after-recording” feature lets you add audio to rotate such an image, first unprotect it. snapshots after they are recorded. You can also re-record •...
  • Page 146: 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 147: Playing Back A Voice Recording File

    PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! Playing Back a Voice Recording File • Take care that you do Perform the following steps to play back a voice recording not block the file. microphone with your fingers. In the PLAY mode, use [ ] and [ ] to display •...
  • Page 148: Displaying Camera Images On A Tv Screen

    PLAYBACK Displaying Camera Images on a TV Screen To do this: Do this: Fast forward or fast reverse You can display recorded images on a TV screen and even Hold down [ ] or [ ]. the audio use a TV screen to compose images before you record Pause and unpause audio them.
  • Page 149 PLAYBACK • Connect the yellow plug of the AV cable to the video IMPORTANT! input (yellow) terminal of the TV, and the white plug • Make sure that “Power On” or “Power On/Off” is to the TV’s audio input (white) terminal. selected for the camera’s power on/off functions (page 169) when you connect to a TV to view Turn on the TV and select its video input...
  • Page 150: Selecting The Video Output System

    PLAYBACK NOTE Selecting the Video Output System • You can connect the camera to a DVD recorder or You can select either NTSC or PAL for the video system to video deck to record images from the camera. match the system of the TV you are using. Simply connect the AV cable that comes with the camera to the video input and audio input jacks of In the REC mode or the PLAY mode, press...
  • Page 151 PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! • Images will not display properly if you select the wrong video system. • This camera supports the NTSC and PAL video systems only. Images will not display properly if you use a TV (monitor) that is designed for a different video system.
  • Page 152: Deleting Files

    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 153: Deleting All Files

    DELETING FILES Deleting All Files In the PLAY mode, press [ ] ( Use [ ] and [ ] to select “All Files Delete”, and then press [SET]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Yes”. • To exit the file delete operation without deleting anything, select “No”.
  • Page 154: File Management

    FILE MANAGEMENT FILE MANAGEMENT The file management capabilities of the camera make it Each folder can hold files numbered up to 9,999. easy to keep track of images. You can protect files against Trying to store the 10,000th file in a folder causes the next deletion and store the files you want in the camera’s built-in serially numbered folder to be created.
  • Page 155: Protecting Files

    FILE MANAGEMENT Use [ ] and [ ] to Protecting Files select “On”, and then Once you protect a file it cannot be deleted (page 152). press [SET]. You can protect files individually or you can protect all files • A file that is protected is in memory with a single operation.
  • Page 156: To Protect All Files In Memory

    FILE MANAGEMENT To protect all files in memory Using the FAVORITE Folder You can copy photos of family members or other special In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. shots from the file storage folder (page 202) to the FAVORITE folder in built-in memory. Images copied to the Select the “PLAY”...
  • Page 157 FILE MANAGEMENT Use [ ] and [ ] to NOTE select “Save”, and • Copying an image file with the above procedure creates a 320 × 240-pixel QVGA-size image in the then press [SET]. FAVORITE folder. • This displays the names •...
  • Page 158: To Display A File In The Favorite Folder

    FILE MANAGEMENT To display a file in the FAVORITE folder IMPORTANT! • Note that a FAVORITE folder is created in the camera’s built-in memory only. 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”...
  • Page 159: To Delete A File From The Favorite Folder

    FILE MANAGEMENT To delete a file from the FAVORITE To delete all files from the FAVORITE folder folder In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Favorites”, and Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Favorites”, and then press [ ].
  • Page 160: Other Settings

    OTHER SETTINGS OTHER SETTINGS To set the confirmation tone volume Configuring Sound Settings level You can configure different sounds to play whenever you turn on the camera, press the shutter button half-way or all Press [MENU]. the way, or perform a key operation. Select the “Set Up”...
  • Page 161: To Set The Audio Volume Level For Movie And Audio Snapshot Playback

    OTHER SETTINGS To set the audio volume level for movie Specifying an Image for the Startup Screen and audio snapshot playback You can specify an image you recorded as the startup screen image, which causes it to appear on the monitor Press [MENU].
  • Page 162: 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 154).
  • Page 163: Setting The Clock

    OTHER SETTINGS To select your Home Time zone Setting the Clock Use the procedures in this section to select a Home Time Press [MENU]. Zone, and to change its date and time settings. If you want to change the time and date setting only without changing Select the “Set Up”...
  • Page 164: To Set The Current Time And Date

    OTHER SETTINGS To set the current time and date Changing the Date Format You can select from among three different formats for Press [MENU]. display of the date. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Adjust”, and Press [MENU]. then press [ ]. Select the “Set Up”...
  • Page 165: Using World Time

    OTHER SETTINGS To configure World Time settings Using World Time You can use the World Time screen to select a time zone 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”...
  • Page 166: Editing The Date And Time Of An Image

    OTHER SETTINGS Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and Editing the Date and Time of an Image [ ] to select the Use the procedure in this section to change the date and geographical area you time of a previously recorded image. This capability comes want, and then press in handy when the current date and time are wrong due to [SET].
  • Page 167: Changing The Display Language

    OTHER SETTINGS To do this: Do this: Changing the Display Language Change the value at the cursor You can use the following procedure to select one of ten Press [ ] or [ ]. location languages as the display language. Move the cursor between settings Press [ ] or [ ].
  • Page 168: Changing The Usb Port Protocol

    OTHER SETTINGS • Mass Storage (USB DIRECT-PRINT) causes the camera Changing the USB Port Protocol to see the computer as an external storage device. Use You can use the procedure below to change the this setting for normal transfer of images from the camera communication protocol of the camera’s USB port when to a computer (using the bundled Photo Loader connecting to a computer, printer, or other external device.
  • Page 169: Configuring [ ] (Rec) And [ ] (Play)

    OTHER SETTINGS Configuring [ ] (REC) and [ ] (PLAY) To configure this operation: Select this setting: Power On/Off Functions Power turns on when [ ] (REC) or ] (PLAY) is pressed (but does not Power On You can use the following procedures to configure [ turn off) (REC) and [ ] (PLAY) so power turns on and/or off...
  • Page 170: Formatting Built-In Memory

    OTHER SETTINGS 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 173). IMPORTANT! Press [MENU].
  • Page 171: Using A Memory Card

    USING A MEMORY CARD USING A MEMORY CARD You can expand the storage • Certain types of cards can slow down processing capabilities of your camera by using speeds. If you are using a slow memory card, you a commercially available memory may not be able to record a movie using the “HQ”...
  • Page 172: Using A Memory Card

    USING A MEMORY CARD Positioning the Using a Memory Card memory card so its front is facing in IMPORTANT! the same direction • Make sure you turn off the camera before inserting or as the camera’s removing a memory card. monitor screen, •...
  • Page 173: To Replace The Memory Card

    CASIO authorized service center. of the camera. • Never remove a card from the camera while the operation lamp is flashing green. Doing so can cause the file save operation to fail, and even damage the Pull the memory card out of the slot.
  • Page 174: Formatting A Memory Card

    USING A MEMORY CARD I To format a memory card Formatting a Memory Card Formatting a memory card deletes any data already stored Load the memory card into the camera. on it. Turn on the camera, and press [MENU]. IMPORTANT! •...
  • Page 175: Copying Files

    USING A MEMORY CARD I Memory Card Precautions Copying Files • If a memory card starts to behave abnormally, you can Use the procedures below to copy files between built-in restore normal operation by reformatting it. However, we memory and a memory card. recommend that you always take along more than one memory card whenever using the camera far away from IMPORTANT!
  • Page 176: 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. Load the memory card into the camera.
  • Page 177: To Copy A Specific File From A Memory Card To Built-In Memory

    USING A MEMORY CARD To copy a specific file from a memory NOTE • Files are copied to the folder in built-in memory card to built-in memory whose name has the largest number. Perform steps 1 through 3 of the procedure under “To copy all the files in built-in memory to a memory card”.
  • Page 178: Printing Images

    PRINTING IMAGES PRINTING IMAGES I Printing Directly on a Printer Equipped with A digital camera provides you with a variety of different ways to print the images it records. The three main printing a Card Slot, or a Printer that Supports USB methods are described below.
  • Page 179: Dpof

    PRINTING IMAGES I Printing with a Computer DPOF Windows Users The letters “DPOF” stand for “Digital Print The camera comes bundled with Photo Loader and Order Format”, which is a format for Photohands applications, which can be installed on a recording on a memory card or other medium Windows computer for image transfer, management, and which digital camera images should be...
  • Page 180: To Configure Print Settings For A Single Image

    PRINTING IMAGES To configure print settings for a single 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 181: To Configure Print Settings For All Images

    PRINTING IMAGES To configure print settings for all images To turn on date stamping for the prints, press [BS] so “On” is displayed. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. • “On” indicates that date stamping is turned on. • Turning on date stamping while “00” is specified for Select the “PLAY”...
  • Page 182 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 122), the two printing is complete.
  • Page 183: Using Pictbridge Or Usb Direct-Print

    PRINTING IMAGES I Setting the USB Port Protocol Using PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT You can connect the camera Press [MENU]. directly to a printer that supports PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT, Select the “Set Up” tab, select “USB”, and and perform image selection and then press [ ].
  • Page 184 PRINTING IMAGES I Connecting the Camera to Your Printer Use the USB cable that comes with the camera to connect the camera to a printer. Check the battery level indicator to make sure that the battery is fully charged, and then press the power button to turn off the camera.
  • Page 185 PRINTING IMAGES I Printing Images Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Paper Size”, and then press [ ]. Turn on the printer. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the paper size you want to use for printing, and then press [SET]. Load paper for printing the images into the printer.
  • Page 186 PRINTING IMAGES Use [ ] and [ ] to On the camera’s monitor screen, use [ ] and specify the print [ ] to select “Print”, and then press [SET]. option you want. • This starts printing and displays the message “Busy..
  • Page 187: Date Printing

    PRINTING IMAGES Date Printing • Specifying date printing when having printing done by a print service Any one of the procedures described below can be used to — Some print services do not support date printing. include the recording date in image prints. Correct date Check with your service for more information.
  • Page 188: Print Image Matching Iii

    PRINTING IMAGES PRINT Image Matching III Exif Print Images include PRINT Image Matching Exif Print is an data (mode setting and other camera internationally supported, setup information). A printer that open standard file format supports PRINT Image Matching that makes it possible to reads this data and adjusts the printed capture and display vibrant image accordingly, so your images...
  • Page 189: Viewing Images On A Computer

    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER After establishing a USB connection between the camera Using the Camera with a Windows and your computer, you can use your computer to view Computer images in file memory and copy images to your computer’s The following are the general steps for viewing and copying hard disk or other storage media.
  • Page 190 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER I Install the USB driver onto your computer IMPORTANT! • If battery goes low during printing, printing may stop and the camera may shut down. Do not try to establish a connection between the • If you plan to transfer file data from the camera’s camera and computer before installing the USB built-in memory to your computer, make sure there is driver onto the computer.
  • Page 191 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER What you should do first depends on whether Click [USB driver B] and then [Install]. your computer is running under Windows XP, • This starts installation. 2000, Me, 98SE, or 98. • Follow the instructions that appear on your computer screen to complete the installation.
  • Page 192 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER I Establish a connection between the camera Turn off the camera, and connect the USB cable that comes bundled with the camera to and computer the camera’s USB/AV connector and your computer’s USB port. Make sure the camera’s battery is fully charged.
  • Page 193 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER I View and copy the images you want Turn on the camera. • This will cause your computer to create a hardware profile for camera’s built-in memory or the memory On your computer, double-click “My card loaded in the camera.
  • Page 194 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER NOTE Depending on your operating system, perform one of the following procedures to save the • If you open a rotated image on your computer, the original unrotated version will appear (page 144). files, if you want. This is true both for a rotated image opened from Windows 2000, Me, 98SE, 98 camera memory and for a rotated image that has...
  • Page 195 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 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 6 above will overwrite the Windows XP/98SE/98 Users existing “DCIM”...
  • Page 196: Using The Camera With A Macintosh Computer

    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER I USB Connection Precautions 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”...
  • Page 197 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER I Establish a connection between the camera IMPORTANT! and your Macintosh • If you plan to transfer file data from the camera’s built-in memory to your Macintosh, make sure there is no memory card loaded in the camera. If there is, Make sure the camera’s battery is fully remove the memory card from the camera before charged.
  • Page 198 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Turn off the camera, and connect the USB Turn on the camera. cable that comes bundled with the camera to • Your Macintosh will see the camera’s file memory as the camera’s USB/AV connector and your a drive.
  • Page 199 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER I View and copy the images you want IMPORTANT! • Never use your computer to edit, delete, move, or rename images stored in the camera’s file memory. Double-click the drive icon for the camera’s Doing so can cause problems with the image file memory, the “DCIM”...
  • Page 200: Using A Memory Card To Transfer Images To A Computer

    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER I USB Connection Precautions Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to a 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”...
  • Page 201: Memory Data

    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Using a Commercially Available SD Memory Card Memory Data Reader/Writer Images recorded with this camera and other data are See the user documentation that comes with the SD stored in memory using DCF (Design rule for Camera File memory card reader/writer for details about how to use it.
  • Page 202: Memory Folder Structure

    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER I Folder and File Contents Memory Folder Structure • DCIM folder I Folder Structure Folder that stores all of the digital camera files DCIM (DCIM Folder) • Storage folder Folder for storing files created by the digital camera 100CASIO (Storage folder) CIMG0001.JPG...
  • Page 203: Image Files Supported By The Camera

    VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER • FAVORITE folder (Built-in memory only) Image Files Supported by the Camera Folder that contains Favorites image files • Image files recorded with this camera (Image Size: 320 × 240 pixels) • DCF protocol image files •...
  • Page 204 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER I Built-in Memory and Memory Card Precautions • Note that the folder named “DCIM” is the parent (top) folder of all the files in memory. When transferring memory contents to a hard disk, CD-R, MO disk, or other external storage, treat all the contents inside a DCIM folder as a set and always keep them together.
  • Page 205: Using The Camera With A Computer

    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER USING THE CAMERA WITH A 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 215).
  • Page 206 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Purpose Software Name Supported Windows Versions Required Operation Snapshot retouching, Photohands 1.0 XP/2000/Me/98SE/98 Install Photohands 1.0 (page 211). reorientation, printing Movie playback * DirectX 9.0c XP/2000/Me/98SE/98 Windows Media Player is not included on the CD-ROM that comes bundled with the camera, but it is included with Windows.
  • Page 207: Computer System Requirements

    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Computer System Requirements DirectX 9.0c OS: XP/2000/Me/98SE/98 Computer system requirements are different for each of the HD: At least 65MB free space during installation, 18MB applications. Be sure to check the requirements for the after installation is complete.
  • Page 208: Managing Images On A Pc

    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER I Getting Started 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 209 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 information you need to know when installing the Follow the instructions that appear on your application.
  • Page 210 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER I Checking for the Proper Version of DirectX IMPORTANT! • Be sure to follow the instructions carefully and In order to manage images using Photo Loader, your completely. If you make a mistake when installing computer also needs to have DirectX 9.0 or higher Photo Loader, you may not be able to browse your installed.
  • Page 211: Retouching, Reorienting, And Printing A Snapshot

    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Click [Exit] to exit DirectX Diagnostic Tool. Retouching, Reorienting, and Printing a Snapshot • If your PC already has DirectX 9.0 or higher installed, you do not need to install DirectX 9.0c from In order to retouch, reorient, or print snapshots on your PC, the bundled CD-ROM.
  • Page 212: Getting Started

    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 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 ROM drive. This will automatically launch the menu “Photohands”...
  • Page 213: Playing A Movie

    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Playing a Movie IMPORTANT! • The above is the recommended environment. Windows Media Player, which is already installed on most Configuring this environment does not guarantee computers, can be used for movie playback. proper operation. •...
  • Page 214: Viewing User Documentation (Pdf Files)

    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) User Registration You can perform user registration over the Internet. To do In the “Manual” area, click the name of the so, of course, you need to be able to connect to the Internet with your computer.
  • Page 215: Using The Camera With A Macintosh Computer

    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer Your digital camera comes bundled with useful applications for using it in combination with a computer. Install the applications you need on your computer. Selecting the Software You Need Install the software on your Macintosh that allows you to perform the type of operations you want.
  • Page 216: Computer System Requirements

    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Computer System Requirements Photo Loader 1.1 OS: OS 9 Computer system requirements are different for each of the Memory: 32MB applications. Be sure to check the requirements for the HD: At least 3MB particular application you are trying to use. Note that the •...
  • Page 217: 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 library management data and HTML files created using the old version of Photo Loader, be sure to OS 9...
  • Page 218: Playing A Movie

    USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Playing a Movie Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) You can use QuickTime, which comes bundled with your You must have Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader operating system, to play back movies. installed on your computer in order to view the contents of a PDF file.
  • Page 219: To Register As A Camera User

    I To view the Photo Loader user’s guide On the CD-ROM, open the “Manual” folder. Open the “Photo Loader” folder and then open the “English” folder. Open “PhotoLoader_english”. To register as a camera user Internet registration only is supported. Visit the following CASIO website to register: http://world.casio.com/qv/register/...
  • Page 220: Appendix

    APPENDIX APPENDIX 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 221 APPENDIX G Quality Tab Menu G Set Up Tab Menu 7M (3072 × 2304) / Size Sounds Startup / Half Shutter /Shutter / Operation / 7M (3:2) (3072 × 2048 (3:2)) / Operation / Play 5M (2560 × 1920) / 3M (2048 × 1536) / Startup On (Selectable image) / Off 2M (1600 ×...
  • Page 222 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 / Cancel Calendar –...
  • Page 223: Indicator Lamp Reference

    APPENDIX I REC Mode Indicator Lamp Reference The camera has two indicator lamps: an operation lamp Self-timer Operation Lamp and an self-timer lamp. These lamps light and flash to lamp Meaning indicate the current operational status of the camera. Green Amber Operational (Power on, Operation lamp...
  • Page 224 APPENDIX IMPORTANT! Self-timer Operation Lamp lamp Meaning • When you are using a memory card, never remove Green Amber the card from the camera while the operation lamp is Memory card problem / flashing green. Doing so will cause recorded images Memory card is unformatted.
  • Page 225: Battery Charger Lamp Reference

    APPENDIX I PLAY Mode I Battery Charger Lamp Reference The lithium ion battery charger has a [CHARGE] lamp that Self- lights or flashes in accordance with the battery charger timer Operation Lamp operation that is being performed. Meaning lamp Green [CHARGE] lamp Operational (Power on, recording enabled)
  • Page 226: Troubleshooting Guide

    APPENDIX Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Possible Cause Action Power does not turn on. 1) The battery is not oriented correctly. 1) Orient the battery correctly (page 34). 2) The battery is dead. 2) Charge the battery (page 31). 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.
  • Page 227 APPENDIX Symptom Possible Cause Action Auto Focus does not focus 1) The lens is dirty. 1) Clean the lens. properly. 2) The subject is not located in the center of the 2) Make sure the subject is centered in the focus focus frame when you compose the image.
  • Page 228 APPENDIX Symptom Possible Cause Action Camera powers down The battery is dead. Charge the battery (page 31). during self-timer countdown. Monitor screen image is 1) You are using the Manual Focus mode and 1) Focus the image (page 80). out of focus. have not focused the image.
  • Page 229 APPENDIX Symptom Possible Cause Action Vertical lines on the Recording a very brightly lit subject can cause a This is a CCD phenomenon known as “vertical monitor screen. vertical band to appear in the monitor screen smear”, and does not indicate malfunction of the image.
  • Page 230 If the same message appears after you turn power back on, contact your retailer or a CASIO service center.
  • Page 231: If You Have Problems Installing The Usb Driver

    APPENDIX 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. This will make it impossible for the computer to recognize the digital camera when it is connected.
  • Page 232: Display Messages

    If the same message appears after you the memory card. If the same message appears, turn power back on, contact your retailer or a format the memory card (page 174). CASIO service center. IMPORTANT! Load paper! The camera is in the Printer mode, and the printer Formatting the memory card deletes all files on is out of paper.
  • Page 233 Your camera system is corrupted. Contact your This function is not The function you are trying to perform is not retailer or a CASIO service center. supported for this supported for the file on which you are trying to file.
  • Page 234: Usb Cradle/Ac Adaptor (Option)

    APPENDIX General Guide CA-32 USB Cradle/AC Adaptor (Option) The following illustrations show the names of each You can perform the following operations after setting the component and button on the USB cradle. camera onto the optional CA-32 USB Cradle/AC Adaptor. I Front •...
  • Page 235: Using The Usb Cradle To Charge The Battery

    APPENDIX Using the USB Cradle to Charge the NOTE • The bundled AC adaptor is designed for operation Battery with any power supply in the range of 100V to 240V You can charge the camera’s NP-20 rechargeable lithium AC, 50/60Hz. This means the AC adaptor can be ion battery by setting the camera onto the USB cradle.
  • Page 236 APPENDIX • The [CHARGE] lamp on the USB cradle should turn NOTE red, indicating that charging has started. When • The AC adaptor is designed for operation on power charging is complete, the [CHARGE] lamp will turn ranging from 100V AC to 240V AC. Note, however, green.
  • Page 237 Remove the • If the same symptoms occur again when you place camera from the USB cradle and see if it works the camera on the USB cradle after taking the above normally. steps, contact a CASIO authorized service center.
  • Page 238: Using The Photo Stand Feature

    APPENDIX Using the Photo Stand Feature • Pressing [MENU] displays a screen for configuring slideshow settings. To restart the slideshow, press The “Photo Stand” feature lets you specify what should [MENU] while the menu screen is displayed, or appear on the camera’s monitor screen while the camera is select “Start”...
  • Page 239: Using The Usb Cradle To Display Images On A Tv Screen

    APPENDIX Using the USB Cradle to Display Images Turn off the camera. on a TV Screen Set the camera onto the USB cradle. You can place the camera onto the USB cradle and connect the cradle to a TV to view camera images on a TV Turn on the TV and select its video input screen.
  • Page 240: Using The Usb Cradle To Print Images

    APPENDIX Using the USB Cradle to Print Images Turn off the camera, and then set the camera on the USB cradle. You can place the camera onto the USB cradle and connect the cradle to a printer to print images. Turn on the printer and then perform the procedure in the camera user’s guide to print.
  • Page 241: Using The Usb Cradle To Connect To A Computer

    APPENDIX Using the USB Cradle to Connect to a Computer You can place the camera onto the USB cradle and connect the cradle to a computer to view images or to [DC IN 5.3V] transfer them to the computer. IMPORTANT! •...
  • Page 242 APPENDIX Connect the USB cable that comes bundled Press the camera’s power button to turn it on, with the camera to the USB cradle and your and then press its [MENU] button. computer’s USB port. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “USB”, and USB cable then press [ ].
  • Page 243 APPENDIX Press the USB cradle’s [USB] button. Perform the procedure in the camera user’s guide to view the images on your computer. • This will cause your computer to create a hardware profile for camera’s built-in memory or the memory Depending on the version of Windows you are card loaded in the camera.
  • Page 244 APPENDIX I Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer Connect the bundled AC adaptor to the [DC IN 5.3V] connector of the USB cradle, and then plug it in to a household power outlet. [DC IN 5.3V] • If you are using battery power without the AC adaptor, make sure that the battery is fully charged.
  • Page 245 APPENDIX • Take care when connecting the USB cable to the Place the camera onto USB cradle or your computer. USB ports and cable the USB cradle. plugs are shaped for proper positioning. • Do not place the camera • Plug the USB cable plugs into the ports securely, as onto the USB cradle far as they will go.
  • Page 246: Usb Cradle Indicator Lamp Reference

    APPENDIX Perform the procedure in the camera user’s USB Cradle Indicator Lamp Reference guide to view the images on your computer. The USB cradle has two indicator lamps: a [CHARGE] lamp and a [USB] lamp. These lamps light and flash to To terminate the USB connection, drag the indicate the current operational status of the USB cradle drive icon that represents the camera to...
  • Page 247: Specifications

    APPENDIX Data Size Specifications • Snapshots Product ....... Digital Camera File Size Approximate Built-in SD Memory Quality Model ........EX-Z70 (pixels) Image File Size memory 8.3MB Card 256MB* Fine 4.32MB 1 shot 55 shots 3072 × 2304 Normal 2.4MB 3 shots 97 shots I Camera Functions Economy...
  • Page 248 APPENDIX • Movies Delete ........Single-file, all files (with protection) Approximate Approximate Effective Pixels ....7.2 million Maximum Image Approximate Recording Recording Recording Imaging Element ....1/2.5-inch square pixel color CCD Size Data Rate Time for Built- Time for SD Time Per (Total pixels: 7.41 million) (Pixels)
  • Page 249 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) 0.1 to 3.7 meters (0.3´...
  • Page 250: Power Requirements

    APPENDIX I Power Requirements Viewfinder ......Monitor screen Timekeeping Functions ..Built-in digital quartz clock Power Requirements ..Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-20) × 1 Date and Time ....Recorded with image data Auto Calendar ....To 2049 World Time ...... City; Date; Time; Summer time; Approximate Battery Life: 162 cities in 32 time zones The values below indicate the amount of time under the conditions defined...
  • Page 251 APPENDIX I Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery (NP-20) *3 Approximate time for continuous movie recording, without using zoom. *4 Voice recording times are based on continuous recording. Rated Voltage ....3.7 V • The above values are based a new battery, starting from a full Rated Capacitance ....
  • Page 252 CASIO COMPUTER CO.,LTD. 6-2, Hon-machi 1-chome Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 151-8543, Japan MA0612-C...

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