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  • Page 1 Gettin! Usin _i-i ¸_ Hi! ¸ i_ Advanced Features Camera Confl OWNER'SMANUAL] This manual will show you how to use your FUJIFILM DIGITAL CAMERA Insta FinePix A400 / FinePix A500 correctly. Please follow the instructions carefully. SUPER BL00529-200(2) .o.,,,o,,,.,,o._. ExifPrint...

  • Page 2: Warning

    I Warning To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. For customers in the U.S.A. -- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV Tested To Comply technician for help. With FCC Standards You are cautioned that any changes or modifications FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE expressly approved in this manual could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

  • Page 3: Important

    Be sure to read this page before using the software. Ownership. Ifflll[_:l All copyrights and other proprietary rights to Software and Documentation owned and retained by FUJIFILM or the third pady suppliers as indicated BEFORE OPENING THE CD-ROM PROVIDED FUJI PHOTO...

  • Page 4: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    EC Declaration of Conformity Name: Fuji Photo Film (Europe) G.m.b.H. Heesenstrasse Address: 40549 Dusseldorf, Germany declare that the product Product Name: FUJIFILM DIGITAL CAMERA FinePix A400 / FinePix A500 Manufacturer's Name; Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd. Manufacturer's Address: 26-30, Nishiazabu...

  • Page 5: Disposal Of Electric And Electronic Equipment In Private Households

    I Disposal o f Electric andElectronic Equipment in PrivateHouseholds Disposal of used Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it should be taken to an applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    I Contents Warning ..............Important ............... Using the Photography Functions EC Declaration of Conformity ........ Procedure of Setting ........Disposal of Electric and Electronic Equipment Setting the Shooting Mode ......... in Private Households ........Macro (Close-up) ........... Contents ..............Setting the Flash ..........
  • Page 7 Connecting to a TV ..........Connecting Camera Directly to Printer -- PictBridge Function ........Explanation of Terms ........FUJIFILM Digital Camera Worldwide I Specifications Network ............. Installation on a Windows PC ......Safety Notes ........... Installation on a Mac OS X .........

  • Page 8: Preface

    I Preface • Test Shots Prior to Photography • Liquid Crystal For important photographs (such as weddings If the LCD monitor is damaged, take particular care with overseas trips), always take a test shot and view the the liquid crystal in the monitor, If any of the following image to make sure that the camera is working normally.
  • Page 9 • Trademark Information • Exif Print (Exif ver. 2,2) • _. and xD-Picture Card are trademarks of Fuji Exif Print Format is a newly revised digital camera file Photo Film Co., Ltd. format that contains a variety of shooting information •...

  • Page 10: About This Manual

    I About this Manual • Icons next to the title display indicate the modes that are available. • _A (AUTO) • _,(PORTRAIT). (LANDSCAPE) " _ (SPORTS) £t (NIGHT) I_IM (MANUAL) This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera's operation. Flash phetography is useful for taking gicture$ at night or indoor dark _ocatJon8 Choose flem 6 flash modes accortling to the type of shot...
  • Page 11 I Accessories Included • AA-size Alkaline Batteries (LR6) (2) • USB cable (mini-B) (1) • Strap (1) • CD-ROM Software for FinePix BZ • Video cable (1) 2.5mmdia. plug-to-pin plug cable • Owner's Manual (this manual) (1)

  • Page 12: Camera Parts And Features

    I Camera Parts and Features ,:_Rofe,og_opoges,opa on using tile camerapartsor features. Shutter button POWER button Flash (p.43) Viewfinder window Self-timer lamp (p.50) VIDEO OUT (Video output) socket (p.78) USB socket (mini-B) Lens (lens cover) DC IN 3V (power input) socket (p.78) '_ / _ Macro button (p.42) Playback / ._ Flash button (p.43)

  • Page 13: Example Of Lcd Monitor Text Display

    I Example of LCD Monitor Text Display ,:, FinePix A500 • Photography mode _ Sl fo_ ion_ : lro(sP: - 4ug_ ) (P.4-2) -:÷:. W hite balance (p.53) _ _]i_;_, SO 200 Sensitivity (p.51) _:_' Battery level warn,rig (p.17) Zoom bar (p.27) L..._.

  • Page 14: Attaching The Strap

    I Attaching the Strap Attaching the strap Using the strap iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii Attach the strap as shown in 1 and 1 Loop the strap over your wrist. iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii When attaching the strap, move the fastener to adjust the iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii length and slightly away from the end of the strap, as iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii shown in figure 1.
  • Page 15 I Loading the Batteries Batteries are required to operate the digital camera. At first, load the batteries in the camera. Compatible batteries Open the battery cover. AA-size alkaline batteries (2) or AA-size Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (2) (sold separately) [Continued...

  • Page 16: Loading The Batteries

    Loading the Batteries Load the batteries correctly as indicated by the polarity icons. Close the battery cover.

  • Page 17: Checking The Battery Charge

    Checking the battery charge Turn the camera on and check the battery charge. _!,',There is ample battery charge. (Not displayed) _2_There is insufficient charge left in the batteries. The batteries will soon run out. Have a new set of batteries ready.
  • Page 18 I Loading the xD.Picture Card Although you can store pictures in the camera's internal memory, you can store many more images on the xD- Picture Card (sold separately). There is a slot for the xD-Picture Card inside the battery compartment. Open the battery cover.

  • Page 19: Setting

    IAbout internal memory .._![_ internal memory that can store images without xD-Picture Card. [ L÷J ] _ appears on the LCD monitor 1 FinePix A4OO / FinePix A5OO has when internal memory is active. When an xD-Picture Card (sold separately) is inserted [Record images]:...
  • Page 20 Loading the xD-Picture Card IStandard number of available frames per xD-Picture Card/internal memory table below shows the standard number of available frames for internal memory or a new xD-Picture Card formatted the camera. • FinePix A400 Quality setting _P;tF _1N':: Number of recorded pixels...

  • Page 21: Turning On And Off

    I Turning On and Off Turning the camera on in Turning the camera on in Photography mode Playback mode Press [] for about 1 Press POWER down fully to turn the camera on. second to turn the Press POWER again to camera on in Playback turn the camera off.

  • Page 22: Setting The Date And Time

    I Setting the Date and Time When using the camera for the first time after purchasing, the date and time are cleared. Set the date and time. Set the date and time. 1 "DATE/TIME NOT SET" message appears when turning the camera on. :_} Press '_ or •...
  • Page 23 Change the date format. ° Holdtng down • or V changes tne numbers contlnuouslj • When the time displayed passes "12". the AM/PM seI[Ing cnanges. • "DATE/TIME NOT SET" message atso appears when IRe DalterJes have been removed ane [ne camera been left for a long per oe.

  • Page 24: Correcting The Date And Time

    I Correcting the Date and Time Display the SET-UP menu. Display the DATE/TIME screen. ,_, Press MENU/OK to display the Press • or _ to select option 3. MENU menu on the LCD monitor. ,_2_ Press • or _ to select [] _, Press •...

  • Page 25: Selecting The Language

    I Selecting the Language Display the SET-UP menu. Select the language. _1)Press MENU/OK to display the :_ Press • or • to move to option menu on the LCD monitor. MENU _2: Press '_ or • to select [] _? Press • or •...
  • Page 26 I Taking Pictures (I_IA AUTO Mode) This section describes the basic operations. 1 Turn the camera on. Holding the camera correctly Press POWER down fully to turn the camera on. Brace your elbows against your sides and hold the camera with both hands.
  • Page 27 Check the composition on the LCD monitor. Focus on the main subject in the AF frame To adjust zoom scale using the Zoom switch: and press the shutter button down halfway. [_ switch E_] switch (Zoom out) (Zoom in) AF frame Halfway AF frame pressed...
  • Page 28 Taking Pictures (I_IAAUTO Mode) Press the shutter button fully. Flash When pressing the shutter button down halfway, [] appears on the LCD monitor before the flash fires. Change the flash mode when you want to take Fully pressed Halfway pressed pictures without flash.
  • Page 29 • Using viewfinder • Viewfinder lamp display When using the viewfinder to take pictures, press DISP/ The viewfinder lamp lights or blinks when turning on the BACK to turn the LCD monitor off. Turning the LCD camera or pressing the shutter button. The viewfinder monitor off conserves battery power.

  • Page 30: Taking Pictures With The Focus And Exposure Locked

    Taking Pictures (I_IA AUTO Mode) Taking pictures with the focus JUsing AF/AE lock and exposure locked 1 Move the camera slightly so that one of the subjects is in the AF frame. In the above composition, the subjects (two people in this case) are not in the AF frame.
  • Page 31 Continue to hold the shutter button down Subjects suitable for autofocus halfway. Move the camera back to the original image and press the shutter button FinePix A400 / FinePix A500 uses a high-precision autofocusing mechanism. However, it may have difficulty fully.

  • Page 32: Adjusting The Shot Composition

    Taking Pictures (I_IA AUTO Mode) Adjusting the shot composition ISelecting LCD monitor display Pressing DISP/BACK IBest framing changes the LCD monitor display. Position the main subject at the intersection of two lines in this frame or align one of the horizontal lines with the horizon.

  • Page 33: Viewing The Images

    I Viewing the Images Playback your images to check them. For important photographs, always take a test shot and view the image to make sure that the camera is working normally. Setting the camera to Playback ISelecting LCD monitor display mode Press DISP/BACK during Playback...
  • Page 34 Viewing the Images Single-frame playback IPlayback zoom Zoom in / Zoom out. To zoom in an image during single-frame playback: switch [_ switch (Zoom out) (Zoom in) To select the required image: Press '_: last image Press D_: next image Zoom ISelecting images Press E$_(A) or _(V)
  • Page 35 Multi-frame playback ,_ Press '_ or _1_to move to another part of the image. Multi-frame playback screen (9 frames) appears on the LCD monitor. Select required frame from the 9 frames, ,_2_ Press A, • • or • to display another part of the image.

  • Page 36: Erasing The Images

    Erasing the Images Setting the camera to Playback mode (,p.33) Use this mode to erase unnecessary images to have ample free space on the xD-Picture Card. Your camera calls images "frames". Selecting FRAME or ALL IErasing one frame at a time (FRAME) FRAMES (r) Press '_ or •...
  • Page 37 Setting the camera to [] Playback mode (*p.33) IErasing all frames (ALL FRAMES) • When using an xD-Picture Card. tne images in the xD- Picture Card are erased. When no[ usmg an xD- Picture Card. tne tmages in the internal memory _"...

  • Page 38: Of Setting

    I Using thePhotography Functi0ns-Procedure ofSetting iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii_ iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii Specify the camera settings for taking pictures to get the best result. A general guide is given below. HHHHHHHHHHHHHHH_ iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii Select the Photography mode. Specify the photography settings. iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii Set the Photography mode from the menu. Pressing buttons or selecting menu allows you to The available functions are limited depending on the...
  • Page 39 • Specifying functions using Photography menu (MENU/OK button) Use to specify required image size (+p.47). Used in situations such as group shots where the photographer included in the shot (+p.49). Use to specify required sensitivity setting (+p.51). Use this setting to obtain the correct exposure...

  • Page 40: Mode

    I Setting the Shooting Mode You can select the most suitable setting according to the subject by selecting one of the Shooting modes. I1_ AUTO (_A) This is the easiest mode for providing crisp and clear shots. Use this mode for ordinary photography. Camera specifies "EXP.
  • Page 41 IA LANDSCAPE I Q÷ NIGHT Use this mode for shooting scenery in daylight and Use this mode for shooting evening and night scenes, provides crisp, clear shots of scenery such as buildings and mountains, A picture is taken with a slow shutter of up to 2 seconds, I_,, SPORT Use this mode to take pictures of a moving subject, MANUAL (I_M)

  • Page 42: Macro (Close-Up)

    Macro (Close-up) Available Photography modes: I_IA and I_IM(,p.40) Use this mode to take close-up shots. Press ,_, (41) to select Macro mode. _wf_nc _ble th Press _ (_l) again uallv to cancel Macro s_are mode. [e pid _es mI e da_l ,,_ appears on the LCD monitor •...

  • Page 43: Setting The Flash

    Setting the Flash Available Photography modes: L÷'I_IM (,p.40) I_IA, q l,_.'f_., Flash photography is useful for taking pictures at night or indoor dark locations. Choose from 6 flash modes according to the type of shot. I<_ Red-eye reduction The flash setting This mode is suitable for shooting portraits in low-light changes each time you...
  • Page 44 Setting the Flash Available Photography modes: I_IA, _1, t,f,., _÷, I_M (*p.40) I_) Suppressed flash This mode is suitable for situations where the flash cannot be used. Use a tripod to prevent camera shake when shooting Suppressed flash mode in the dark AUTO condition.

  • Page 45: Menu Operation

    I Photography Menu Operation Use the Photography menu to adjust image quality. can take pictures in a wide range of conditions. Setting the menus ,_1,Press MENU/OK to display the MENU menu on the LCD monitor. ,_2,Press '_ or _1_to select the menu.

  • Page 46: Photography Menu Operation

    Setting the menus (*p.45) Photography Menu Operation List of photography menu options Use this setting to provide the best photography menu MOVIE / I_1 MANUAL setting for the scene being shot. I_1 AUTO/Ill PORTRAIT LANDSCAPE / t& SPORT I_IAUTO L ÷ NIGHT ..

  • Page 47: Selecting Quality Setting (_- Quality)

    Setting the menus (*p.45) Selecting quality setting • Quality settings in Photography mode (FinePix A400) (('- QUALITY) Available Photography modes: F (2304 x 1728) Printing at up to 6R (15.2 x 20.3 cm/ I_IA, _, AlL, t,&., _÷, I_M (,p.40) N (2304 x 1728) 6 x 8 in.) / A5 size...

  • Page 48: Quality Setting

    Photography Menu Operation Setting the menus (*p.45) • Quality settings in Photography mode (FinePix A500) Area shot and quality setting F (2592 x 1944) Printing at up to 8R (20.3 x 25.4 Area shot excluding Area shot with m N (2592 x 1944) 8 x 10 in.) / A4 size For better quality, select...

  • Page 49: Taking Pictures Using Self-Timer

    Setting the menus (*p.45) Taking pictures using self-timer Press the shutter button down halfway to (Q SELF-TIMER) focus on the subject and press the shutter button fully, Available Photography modes: I_IA, ilL, AlL, t,_,,, _÷, I_M (,p.40) Use this menu in situations where the photographer included in the shot.

  • Page 50: Self-Timer

    Photography Menu Operation Setting the menus (*p.45) Taking pictures in selected time This is useful when you worry about carnera shake even if Using the 2-second self-timer attaching the camera on a tripod. • To stor; the self4imer once it has started runn ng, press DISP/BACK.

  • Page 51: Specifying Sensitivity Setting

    Setting the menus (*p.45) Specifying sensitivity setting (_ ISO) Available Photography modes: I_IA, ill,, AlL, t,£,,, 1,÷, I_M (,p.40) Use this menu to specify required sensitivity setting of the ambient light around the subject. The larger value of the sensitivity, the higher sensitivity is obtained.

  • Page 52: Adjusting Exposure Compensation

    Setting the menus (*p.45) Photography Menu Operation Adjusting exposure Guide to compensation compensation (F-_I EXP. COMPENSATION) • Backlit portraits: +2/3 EV to +1 2/3 EV Available Photography mode: I_M (,p.40) Use this menu for shots to get the correct brightness (exposure), such as shots...

  • Page 53: Adjusting Color Balance (1_ Wb)

    Setting the menus (.13.45) Adjusting color balance (IT_ WB) • In AUTO mode the correct white balance may not De achieved for subjects sucn as cJose-u13s of people's Available Photography mode: I_M (_p.40) faces and 131ctures taken under a s13ecia] light source, Select the correct white balance...

  • Page 54: Print Options (Dpof)

    b. How to Specify Print Options (DPOF) DPOF stands for Digital Print Order Format and refers to a format that is used for recording printing specifications for images shot using a digital camera on media such as an xD-Picture Card. The recorded specifications include information on which frames are to be printed.

  • Page 55: Set Frame

    _. DPOF Set Frame Using[_Playbackmode(_p.33) You can specify the image, number of prints, with or without date of printing with a DPOF-compatible printer. IWITH DATE / WITHOUT DATE Selecting WITH DATE, [_ appears on the LCD monitor and the date will be imprinted on your prints. CFS___L To,o, numbor o, p.n,s...
  • Page 56 D. DPOF Set Frame Using [] Playback mode (*p,33) Press MENU/OK to display th# P!ayback menu on the • When DPOF settings were specified on anothe] camera. LCD monitor, _2_Select .D. DPOF in the menu, or V to select WITH DATE or WITHOUT Press _...
  • Page 57 Using [] Playback mode (*p.33) IDPOF ALL RESET To cancel all DPOF settings .<, Select RESET ALL in the Playback menu (*p.55). Press MENU/OK. MENU "o _ZL appears on the LCD monitor during ptayuacK wnen tne image has specified DPOF settings.

  • Page 58: Images

    I Or, Protecting Images Using[_Playbackmode(_p.33) Use this mode to prevent frames (files) from being accidentally erased. Your camera calls images "frames". IFRAME SET / RESET To protect or unprotect only the selected frame (file): ,_ Press MENU/OK to display the Playback menu on the LCD MENU monitor,...
  • Page 59 Using [] Playback mode (*p.33) ISET ALL To stop the procedure midway f the images are very large, protecung or unprotecung Press MENU/OK to protect all the the frames (files) may take some time. MENU frames (files). if you want to take a plc[ure or recoru a movie...

  • Page 60: Playback

    Automatic Playback Using [] Playback mode (,p.33) Use this mode to play back photographed images continuously. You can select playback interval and type of image transition. ° To interrupt PLAYBACK press • or MENU/OK, • Press _1 or _' to advance or go back through images, •...

  • Page 61: Data

    Exchanging Data Using [] Playback mode (,p.33) It is possible to transfer saved images between the internal memory and an xD-Picture Card. Your camera calls images "frames". Selecting COPY .<. @ Press • or • to select ,_ [_ INTERNAL MEMORY ,_1,Press MENU/OK to display the •...
  • Page 62 Exchanging Data Using [] Playback mode (*p.33) Exchanging one frame at a time IExchanging all frames (ALL FRAMES) (FRAME) _1_Press • or • to select ALL FRAMES. ,_17 Press • or • to select FRAME. :_, Press MENU/OK. MENU ,_22, Press MENU/OK.
  • Page 63 Using [] Playback mode (_p.33) Use this mode to trim the required part of the photographed image. Select the menu. Specify trimming part of image. switch [$3switch .<, Zoom bar ,_, Press '41 or • to select the trimming frame (file). _i) Press [$3(&) or [_](V) ,,_2, Press MENU/OK to display the...
  • Page 64 Trimming Using [] Playback mode (*p.33) Record the image. ,* A saved image size varies depending on the zoom scale of step 2. For 0.3 M, _ YES option appears in yellow• ,* Image sizes (FinePix A400) Printing at up to 4 R (10.2 x 18.2 cm/4 x 6 in.) / A6 size Printing at up to 3R (8.9 x 12.7 cm/3.5...
  • Page 65 Recording Movies Use this mode to record movies. • Zooming the image Set the camera to _ Movie mode. You must zoom beforehand as you cannot zoom during recording..@ @ @ ,_, Press MENU/OK to display the i_!_i_ Zoom bar MENU menu on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 66 ,_ Recording Movies Record movies. Fully pressed • The brighmess ana color of the LCD monitor shown Press the shutter button down fully to start recording. aurlng movie recoralng may d fief from those shown During recording, OREC and a counter that shows the before receraJng begins...
  • Page 67 Changing movie size .................. Internalrnemory(approx.12Mg) 71 sec. 220 sec. 160x120 16 MB 94 sec. 288 sec. 32 MB 189 sec. 9.7 min. 64 MB 6.3 min. 19.4 min. 128 MB 12.7 min. 39.0 min. ,_1,Press MENU/OK to display the 256 MB 25.5 min.
  • Page 68 I1- ! Playing Back Movies Using [] Playback mode (,p.33) Stops playback. Press or _' while playback Stop stopped to go back to the previous file or advance to the next file respectively. Fast Press _ or • during playback ,_, Press or _ to select...
  • Page 69 I Adjusting LCD Monitor Brightness ,_1,Press MENU/OK to display the _5_" Press • or _1_to adjust the LCD MENU menu on the LCD monitor. monitor brightness. ,_2:, Press _1 or I_ to select [] _6_Press MENU/OK to confirm the OPTION. MENU setting.
  • Page 70 Using the SET-UP menu Change the setting, Display the SET-UP menu, Press '_ or • to move to options 1 to 4, ,_ Press MENU/OK to display the MENU menu on the LCD monitor. _, Press • or • to select a menu option.
  • Page 71 Howto usethe SET-UP menu (*p.70) SET-UP menu option Specifies whether an image checking screen (photography result) appears after taking a picture. ON/OFF The image is displayed for a few moments and then recorded. The color tones in images recorded differ from actual color.
  • Page 72 SET-UP Howto usethe SET-UP menu (*p.70) Corrects the date or time. Specifies the time difference settings. ENGUSH/FRANCAIS/ Specifies the language used for LCD monitor DEUTSCH/ESPA_OL/ ENGLISH display. ITALIANO/_/_ Provides a simple way to read images from an ×D- Picture Card or internal memory and store images onto...
  • Page 73 Howto usethe SET-UP menu (*p,70) IFRAME NO. Use this function to specify whether frame numbers assigned consecutively from previous numbers or begin again. <CONT.> <RENEW> OOO1 OO01 0005 0005 0006 O00t 0010 0005 ,'.,Formatted xD-Picture Card or internal memory used for both A and B, •...
  • Page 74 SET-UP Howto usethe SET-UP menu (*p.7O) IDIGITAL ZOOM Use this function to shoot enlarged images than maximum optical zoom scale. Zoom bar Zoom bar display Digital zoom OFF Digital zoom ON When zooming changes between optical and digital, position of the !'Ill" indicator steps, Press the same Zoom...
  • Page 75 Howto usethe SET-UP menu (*p.70) IAUTO POWER OFF IFORMAT When this function is active and the camera remains Initialize (format) the xD-Picture Card or internal memory for use with the camera. unused for 2 or 5 minutes, it turns camera off. Use this function when you want to get the maximum Place of initialize possible running time from your batteries.
  • Page 76 SET-UP Howto usethe SET-UP menu (*p.70) Select TIME DIFFERENCE. ITIME DIFFERENCE Use this function when traveling to destinations different time zones. This function sets a time difference relative to the date and time currently set. When this setting is enabled, the specified time difference is applied when pictures are taken.
  • Page 77 Howto usethe SET-UP menu (*p.70) Set time difference. In the time difference setting, when you cnange to the Photograpn_, moae. "_ and the date is displayed for 3 seconds, the date display turns yellow. ,_1 Press '_ or _1_to select +1-, hour, and minute.
  • Page 78 I Connecting to a TV When connecting to a TV, images can be displayed on wider screen. Using Automatic playback function (,p.60) together, you can have fun with folks. Plug the Video cable (included) into the VIDEO OUT (Video output) socket of the camera. To video (yellow) input socket Plug the other end of the cable into the Video input socket on the TV.
  • Page 79 Connecting Camera D irectly t oPrinter--PictBridge Function When a printer that supports PictBridge is available, images be printed by connecting " camera directly to the PictBridge-compatible printer without a PC. PictBridge Before connecting to a printer _6_" Press • or _ to move to option @ Press •...
  • Page 80 Connecting Camera Directly to Printer -- PictBridge Function Connecting to a printer :_ Connect the camera to a printer before turning the printer on, Press [] for about 1 second to turn the {1 Connect the camera to your printer using the USB camera on.
  • Page 81 Specifying images for printing without DPOF (PRINT WITH DATE / PRINT WITHOUT DATE) (4) Press MENU/OK again to download the data to the printer and start printing the specified MENU number of prints. _1)Press _1 or I_ to display the frame (file) for specifying PRINT Evenif MENU/OK is pressed withtotal number of images set...
  • Page 82 Connecting Camera Directly to Printer -- PictBridge Function Printing with DPOF setting ,,_ PRINT DPOF (.D. PRINT DPOF) (4_ Press MENU/OK again to download the data to the printer and start printing the specified MENU frames (files) continuously, ,_1:Press DISP/BACK to display the DISP/ BACK menu on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 83 DPOF setting can be specified for images on internal memory. ooo3, Press DISP/BACK to cancel the printing, Depending on the printer, the printing may not be cancele d immediately or pdnting may stop midway through, When printing stops midway, briefly turn the camera off and then on again, Disconnecting the printer...
  • Page 84 Installation on a Windows PC IPre-installation checklist iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii To run this software, must have the hardware software described below. Check your system before begin iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii installation. Windows 98 (including the Second Edition) Windows Millennium Edition (Windows Windows 2000 Professional,:,2 Windows XP Home Edition,:,2 Windows...
  • Page 85 • Recommended system Windows 2 GHz Pentium 4 or better recommended 512 MB or better recommended 2 GB or better 1024 x 768 pixels or better, Highest (32 bit) Broadband (ADSL, FTTH, CATV, etc.) • Connect the camera alrec[ly to the PC using the USB cable (mini-Bk The software...
  • Page 86 Installation on a Windows Do not connect the camera to your PC Install DirectX as directed by the on-screen until the software installation is instructions and then restart your PC. If the completed. latest version of DirectX is already installed 1 Install FinePixViewer as instructed in the on your PC, this installation is not...
  • Page 87 I Installation on a Mac OS X IPre-installation checklist • Hardware software requirements To run this software, must have the hardware software described below. Check your system before begin installation. Power Macintosh G3,: d, PowerBook G3,_,1, Power Macintosh G4, iMac, iBoek, Power Macintosh...
  • Page 88 Installation on a Mac OS X Turn your Macintosh on and start up Mac OS X. Do not launch any other applications. When the bundled CD=ROM is loaded into the CD=ROM drive, the "FinePix" icon 5 The "Authenticate" dialog appears. appears.
  • Page 89 9 The"FinePixViewer installation completed" 13Select "FPVBridge" from "FinePixViewer" message dialog appears. Then click exit folder in the "Applications" folder and click button and close it. the [Open] button. 10Launch "Image Capture" from the i_!_i _ i_: _ _!i_i_i _ "Applications" folder.
  • Page 90 I Connecting to a PC By connecting the camera to a PC, your system can be expanded to fill a wide range of uses. Using "FinePixViewer" performs images saving, browsing and file management etc. {4_Select i_]_, DSC in _ MODE in the SET-UP menu (*p.72).
  • Page 91 _e_ Set a PC Windows 98 / 98 SE / Me / 2000 Professional / Macintosh • FinePixViewer automatically starts up and the Save Image Wizard window (Save Image dialog box) appears. Follow the instructions provided on screen to save the images. To proceed without saving the images, click the [Cancel] button.
  • Page 92 Connecting to a PC Click the [OK] button and launch FinePixViewer If the above operations do not occur, you do not have the manually, required software programs or drivers installed on your (3_A new removable disk icon appears in the "My PC, CQmplete the required PC setup...
  • Page 93 When the "It i snow safe t odisconnect the c amera" Using FinePixViewer message appears, click the [OK] button and disconnect the camera. IMastering FinePixViewer Macintosh For all information on FinePixViewer functions, refer to Once the image has been saved, the window below "How to Use FinePixViewer"...
  • Page 94 Trash" in the "Finder" menu. _4_The "Add/Remove Programs Properties" window appears. Select the software to be uninstalled (FinePixViewer or the driver) and then click the [Add/ Remove] button. To remove FinePixViewer [FinePixViewer Ver.4.3 To remove the driver software FUJIFILM USB Ddver...
  • Page 95 I System Expansion Option By using FinePix A400 / FinePix A500 together with other optional FUJIFILM products, your system can be expanded to fill a wide range of uses. TV monitor 400/,_500 Personal Computer • Video output /'i/seJ°iA_ I • Image input / output to the PC...
  • Page 96 I Accessories Guide Visit the FUJIFILM web site for the latest information on camera accessories. http://home.fujifilm.com/products/digital/index.html • xD-Picture Card Use tile following xD-Picture Cards: 16MB/32MB/64MB/128MB/256MB/512MB/1GB There are two types of xD-Picture Card: standard type and Type M (containing "M" in the model number, such as DPC-M1GB).
  • Page 97 Card of 16 MB to 512 MB, and SmartMedia of 3.3 V, 4 MB to 128 MB. Accessory availability may vary by country, Please check with your local Fujifilm representative confirm product availability. PC Card Adapter DPC-AD The PC Card Adapter...
  • Page 98 • Places subject to strong magnetic fields (such as near a small amount of lens cleaning liquid to a piece of motors, transformers, or magnets) FUJIFILM lens cleaning paper and wipe gently. • In contact with chemicals such as pesticides •...
  • Page 99 I Power Supply and Batteries • If you do not intend to use the camera for a long period of time, remove the batteries from the camera. Note if • In the camera, use AA-size alkaline or Ni-MH (nickel- the camera is left with the batteries removed, the time metal hydride) rechargeable batteries.
  • Page 100 Power Supply and Batteries • To charge Ni-MH batteries, use the quick battery charger (sold separately). Refer to the instructions • As a power source in digital cameras, AA-size Ni-MH supplied with the charger to make sure that the charger batteries (referred to hereafter as Ni-MH batteries) are is used correctly.
  • Page 101 DC input not be used with alkaline batteries as it will completely terminal ofthe FUJIFILM Digital camera. drain the battery charge. •Turn o ff t he FUJIFILM Digital camera before Use the Discharging rechargeable batteries function in...
  • Page 102 Power Supply and Batteries To discharge rechargeable batteries: ,_1_, Press [] for about 1 second to _8" Press D_. turn the camera on. ,_2_, Press MENU/OK to display the _9) Press MENU/OK. MENU MENU menu on the LCD monitor. ,_3_, Press '_ or _1_to select [] _tg Press '_ or •...
  • Page 103 • Images and movies may be lost or destroyed in the off during data recording or erasing (xD-Picture Card following situations. Please note that FUJIFILM formatting) as this could be damaged to the xD-Pieture assumes no responsibility for data that is lost or Card, destroyed.
  • Page 104 Notes on the xD-Picture Card and the Internal Memory • Specifications • The xD-Picture Card may feel warm when it is removed from the camera after taking pictures. This is normal. Type Image memory card for digital • Do not put labels on the xD-Picture Card.
  • Page 105 FOCUS ERROR the lens. ZOOM ERROR Turn the camera off and on again. If the message still appears, contact your FUJIFILM dealer. NO CARD xD-Picture Card is not inserted when transferring Insert an xD-Picture Card. images. • The xD-Picture...
  • Page 106 If the message still appears, WRITE ERROR the xD-Picture Card and camera. contact your FUJIFILM dealer. Use a new xD-Picture Card. • The image cannot be recorded as it is too large to fit in the available space on the xD-Picture Card.
  • Page 107 NO IMAGE An attempt was made to transfer images from the It is impossible to copy. xD-Picture card or internal memory that memory NO IMAGE was empty, NOT TRIM An attempt was made to trim a O.3M image. The image cannot be trimmed, •...
  • Page 108 Warning Displays Displayed for PictBridge. Refer to the user manual for the printer being used and check whether the printer supports the JFIF- JPEG or Exif-JPEG image format. If net, the printer cannot print the images. CANNOT BE PRINTED Movie images cannot be printed.
  • Page 109 I Troubleshooting • Getting ready {{{{{{{{{{{{{{{ The batteries have run out. Load new or fully charged batteries. {{{{{{{{{{{{{{{ 17, 99 Nothing happens iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii The batteries are loaded backward. Load the batteries in the correct direction. when pressing iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii The battery cover is not closed securely.
  • Page 110 Troubleshooting • Shooting The xD-Picture Card or internal memory Insert a new xD-Picture Card or erase is full. some unnecessary frames. 18, 36 Format the xD-Picture Card or internal The ×B-Picture Card or internal memory is not formatted. memory on the camera, 70, 75 No photograph The ×D-Picture...
  • Page 111 • Shooting The shutter button was pressed while Wait until the charging is completed before flash was charging, pressing the shutter button. Cannot use the The Shooting mode is set to A. Change the Shooting mode. flash. The batteries have run out. Load new or fully charged batteries.
  • Page 112 Troubleshooting • Playing back Erasing FRAME Some frames be protected. Unprotect frames using the camera does not erase which the protection was first applied. frame. Erasing Erasing FRAMES does net erase all the frames. You opened the battery cover without Always turn the camera off when replacing CONT.
  • Page 113 Briefly remove the batteries or disconnect The camera temporarily. the AC power adapter. Then reload the batteries or reconnect the AC power adapter longer works correctly. and try again. If you think the camera faulty, contact your FUJIFILM dealer.
  • Page 114 I Specifications Model Digital camera FinePix A4OO / FinePix A500 Effective pixels 4.1 million pixels (FinePix A4OO) / 5.1 million pixels (FinePix A5OO) 1/2.5-inch Super CCD HR Storage media Internal memory (approx. 12 MB) / xD-Picture Card (16/32/64/128/256/512 MB/1 File format Still image: DCF-cempliant Compressed:...
  • Page 115 Exposure compensation EV to +2 EV in 1/3 EV-step increments (I_M) Shutter speed 2 sec. to 1/1500 sec. (depend on Exposure mode) Focus Mode: Auto focus AF system: TTL contrast-type AF frame selection: AF (CENTER) White balance Automatic scene recognition/Preset (Fine, Shade, Fluorescent...
  • Page 116 Specifications VIDEO OUT (Visual output) NTSC/PAL-type Digital input/output DC input socket AC Power Adapter AC-3VX (sold separately) Power supply Use one of the following: • 2xAA-size alkaline batteries • 2xAA-size Ni-MH (Nickel-Metal Hydride) batteries (sold separately) • AC power adapter AC-3VX (sold separately) Guide...
  • Page 117 • Standard number of available frames/recording time per xD-Picture Card and internal memory (FinePix A400) The number of available frames, recording time or file size varies slightly depending on the subjects photographed. Note also that the divergence between standard number of frames and the actual number of frames is greater for xD-Pieture Cards with higher capacities, (10 fps)
  • Page 118 Specifications ,:,These specifications are subject to change without notice. FUJIFILM shall not be held liable for damages resulting from errors in this Owner's Manual. ,:,The LCD monitor on your digital camera is manufactured using advanced high-precision technology. Even so, small bright points and anomalous colors (particularly around text) may appear on the monitor.
  • Page 119 ,:,These specifications are subject to change without notice, FUJIFILM shall not be held liable for damages resulting from errors in this Owner's Manual, ,:,The LCD monitor on your digital camera is manufactured using advanced high-precision technology. Even so small bright points and anomalous colors (particularly around text) may appear on the monitor.
  • Page 120 I Explanation of Terms Deactivated batteries Leaving an Ni-MH battery unused in storage for a long period may cause a rise in the level of substances that inhibit current flow inside the battery and result in a dormant battery. A battery in this state is referred to as deactivated. Because current flow is inhibited in a deactivated Ni-MH battery, the battery's original level of performance cannot be achieved.
  • Page 121 I FUJIFILM Digital Camera Worldwide Network If you have technical questions or it you need repair service, ask the following local distributor. Please present the warranty card and your purchase receipt when you ask for repairs. Refer to the warranty card for conditions of the warranty.
  • Page 122 FUJIFILM Digital Camera Worldwide Network Ecuador Importaciones Espacri Cia. Ltda. Sim6n Bolivar 5-69 y Hno. Miguel - Cuenca Technical support & TEL +593 783 5526 FAX +593 783 3157 portiz@fujifilm.com.ec Repair service Mexico Fujgilm de Mexico, S.A. de C.V. Av. Ejercito Naciona1351, Col.
  • Page 123 U nakladoveho nadrazi 2/1949, 130 00 Praha 3 Technical support TEL 00420 234 703 411 FAX 00420 234 703 489 fricman@fujifilm.cz Czech Republic AWH servis Milesovska 1, 130 OO Praha 3, Czech republic Repair service TEL 00420 222 721 525 FAX 00420 222 720 122 awh@awh.cz...
  • Page 124 Norway Fujifllm Norge AS Lilleakerveien 10, 0283 Oslo, Norway Technical support TEL 0047-22736000 FAX 0047-22736020 http://www.fujitilm.no/ mailto:post @ fujifilm.no Repair service Liaveien 1, 5132 Nyborg, Norway TEL0047-55393880 FAX0047-55195201 http://www.camera.no/ mailto:se rvice @camera, no Poland Fujgilm Polska Distribution Sp. z Poland AI..Jerozolimskie...
  • Page 125 Fujifilm Sverige AB Sveav&gen 104 35 Stockholm Technical support TEL 46 8 586 141 70 FAX 46 8 506 142 09 kamera@fujifilm.se Repair service Sveav&gen 104 35 Stockhokn TEL 46 8 506 513 54 FAX 46 8 506513 54 kameraverkstaden@fujifilm.se...
  • Page 126 Ply Ltd 114 Old Pittwater Road, Brookvab, NSW, 2100, Australia Technical support TEL 1800 226 355 FAX +61 (2) 9938 1975 digital@fujifilm.com.au Repair service 114 Joynton Avenue, Zetland, NSW, 2017, Australia TEL 1800 226 355 FAX +61 (2) 9938 1975 digital@fujifilm.com.au...
  • Page 127 24 Sto. Domingo St., Quezon City 1100, Philippines TEL 632-7436601-06 FAX 632-7324661 tech services@yklcolor.com Singapore Fuji Photo Film Singapore Pte Ltd 10 New Industrial Road Fujifilm Building Singapore 536201 Technical support & TEL 65-6380 5557 FAX B5-B281 3594 service@fujifilm.com.sg Repair service...
  • Page 128 Do not usethe camera when it has been dropped or the casing is damaged. Filled circles with an exclamation mark tell you an action that must be performed ('Required"). This can cause a fire or electric shock. • Contact your FUJIFILM dealer. Do not disassemble.
  • Page 129 Do not use the charger to charge marks. batteries other than those specified here. The charger is designed for Fujifilm HR-AA Ni-MH batteries. Using the charger to charge conventional batteries or other types of rechargeable batteries can cause the battery to leak fluid, overheat or burst.
  • Page 130 Safety Notes Do not use this camera in locations When discarding or storing batteries, cover the battery terminals with affected by oil fumes, steam, humidity or dust. insulation tape. This can cause a fire or electric shock. Contact with other metallic objects batteries...
  • Page 131 Request regular internal testing and cleaning for your camera. Build-up of dust in your camera can cause a fire or electric shock. Contact your FUJIFILM dealer to request internal cleaning every 2 years. Please note this is not a free of charge service.
  • Page 132 FUJ|F|LM FUJI PHOTO FiLM CO., LTD. 26-30, Nishiazabu 2-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-8620, Japan http://home.fujifilm.com/products/digital/ Printed in China FPT/Y-507112-PW...

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