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FujiFilm FinePix A400 Owner's Manual

Fujifilm digital camera finepix a400 / finepix a500 manual
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OWNER'S MANUAL
This manual will show you how to use
your FUJIFILM DIGITAL CAMERA
FinePix A400 / FinePix A500 correctly.
Please follow the instructions carefully.
Getting Ready
Using the Camera
Advanced Features
• Photography
• Playback
• Movie
Camera Connection
Installation
Appendices
Troubleshooting
BL00529-200(2)
Settings
Software

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL This manual will show you how to use your FUJIFILM DIGITAL CAMERA FinePix A400 / FinePix A500 correctly. Please follow the instructions carefully. Getting Ready Using the Camera Advanced Features • Photography • Playback • Movie Settings Camera Connection...

  • Page 2: Warning

    Notes on the Grant: To comply with Part 15 of the FCC rules, this product must be used with a Fujifilm-specified ferrite-core A/V cable, USB cable, and DC supply cord. For customers in Canada CAUTION This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

  • Page 3: Important

    End User License Agreement This End User License Agreement (“Agreement”) is an agreement between Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd. (“FUJIFILM”) and you, which sets forth the terms and conditions of the license granted for you to use the software provided by FUJIFILM.

  • Page 4: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    Address: Heesenstrasse 31 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 2-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-8620, Japan conforms to the following Standards:...

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

    Disposal of Electric and Electronic Equipment in Private Households Disposal of used Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product, or in the manual and in the warranty, and/or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Warning... 2 Important ... 3 EC Declaration of Conformity... 4 Disposal of Electric and Electronic Equipment in Private Households... 5 Contents... 6 Preface... 8 About this Manual ... 10 Accessories Included ... 11 Camera Parts and Features... 12 Example of LCD Monitor Text Display ... 13 Getting Ready Attaching the Strap ...
  • Page 7 Discharging rechargeable batteries ... 101 Notes on the xD-Picture Card™ and the Internal Memory ... 103 Warning Displays ... 105 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting... 109 Specifications ... 114 Explanation of Terms ... 120 FUJIFILM Digital Camera Worldwide Network... 121 Safety Notes... 128...

  • Page 8: Preface

    Z Damaged by Water or Sand FinePix A400 / FinePix A500 can be damaged on the inside and outside by water and sand. When you are at the beach or close to water, make sure that the camera is not damaged by water or sand.
  • Page 9 Phase Alternation by Line, a color television system adopted mainly by European countries and China. Z Exif Print (Exif ver. 2.2) Exif Print Format is a newly revised digital camera file format that contains a variety of shooting information for optimal printing. ®...

  • Page 10: About This Manual

    About this Manual Z Icons next to the title display indicate the modes that are available. ( AUTO ) ( SPORTS ) Setting the Flash Flash photography is useful for taking pictures at night or indoor dark locations. Choose from 6 flash modes according to the type of shot.

  • Page 11: Accessories Included

    Accessories Included • AA-size Alkaline Batteries (LR6) (2) • Strap (1) • Video cable (1) 2.5 mm dia. plug-to-pin plug cable • USB cable (mini-B) (1) • CD-ROM (1) Software for FinePix BZ • Owner’s Manual (this manual) (1)

  • Page 12: Camera Parts And Features

    Camera Parts and Features Shutter button Self-timer lamp (p.50) Lens (lens cover) w Playback button Viewfinder Viewfinder lamp (p.29) LCD monitor Tripod mount MENU DISP / BACK xD-Picture Card slot (p.18) Battery compartment (p.16) Refer to the pages in parentheses for information on using the camera parts or features.

  • Page 13: Example Of Lcd Monitor Text Display

    DPOF (p.55) F Protection (p.58) Zoom bar (p.34) Date (p.22) FinePix A400 / FinePix A500 has internal memory that can store images without xD-Picture Card. Y appears on the LCD monitor when the internal memory is active. 1/ 1/2006 100-0009...

  • Page 14: Attaching The Strap

    Attaching the Strap Attaching the strap Attach the strap as shown in 1 and 2. When attaching the strap, move the fastener to adjust the length and slightly away from the end of the strap, as shown in figure 1. Using the strap Loop the strap over your wrist.

  • Page 15: Loading The Batteries

    Loading the Batteries Batteries are required to operate the digital camera. At first, load the batteries in the camera. Compatible batteries AA-size alkaline batteries (2) or AA-size Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (2) (sold separately) • Never use the following types of...
  • Page 16 Loading the Batteries Load the batteries correctly as indicated by the polarity icons. Match the polarity icons (+ and ,) of the batteries to those on the inside of the battery cover. Close the battery cover.

  • Page 17: Checking The Battery Charge

    • Depending on the camera mode, the transition from C to V may occur more quickly. • Use Fujifilm Battery charger (sold separately) to charge AA-size Ni-MH batteries. • See p.99-100 for information on the batteries.

  • Page 18: Loading The Xd-Picture Card

    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. Insert an xD-Picture Card.
  • Page 19 • The size of an image file varies depending on the subject. For this reason, the number recorded may not represent the actual number of frames. About internal memory FinePix A400 / FinePix A500 has ISO 200 internal memory that can store images without xD-Picture Card.
  • Page 20 Standard number of available frames per xD-Picture Card / internal memory The table below shows the standard number of available frames for internal memory or a new xD-Picture Card formatted on the camera. Z FinePix A400 Quality setting Number of recorded pixels Internal memory (approx.

  • Page 21: Turning On And Off

    Turning On and Off Turning the camera on in Photography mode Press POWER down fully to turn the camera on. POWER Press POWER again to turn the camera off. Changes between Photography mode and Playback mode Press w during shooting to change to Playback mode. Press the shutter button down halfway to return to Photography mode.

  • Page 22: Setting The Date And Time

    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. “DATE/TIME NOT SET” message appears when turning the camera on. DATE/TIME NOT SET Press MENU/OK to set the date and time.
  • Page 23 Change the date format. DATE/TIME MM/DD/YYYY 1 / 24 / 2006 10 : 00 CANCEL A Press p or q to select the date format. B Press n or o to set the format. C Always press MENU/OK after the settings are completed.

  • Page 24: Correcting The Date And Time

    Correcting the Date and Time Display the SET-UP menu. OPTION SET-UP A Press MENU/OK to display the menu on the LCD monitor. B Press p or q to select U OPTION. C Press n or o to select SET-UP. D Press MENU/OK to display the SET-UP menu.

  • Page 25: Selecting The Language

    Selecting the Language Display the SET-UP menu. OPTION SET-UP A Press MENU/OK to display the menu on the LCD monitor. B Press p or q to select U OPTION and then press n or o to select SET-UP. C Press MENU/OK to display the SET-UP menu.

  • Page 26: Taking Pictures (A Auto Mode)

    Taking Pictures (a AUTO Mode) This section describes the basic operations. Turn the camera on. Press POWER down fully to turn the camera on. POWER Holding the camera correctly Brace your elbows against your sides and hold the camera with both hands.
  • Page 27 Check the composition on the LCD monitor. To adjust zoom scale using the Zoom switch: ] switch [ switch (Zoom out) (Zoom in) Zoom bar • Focal range Approx. 60 cm (2.0 ft.) to infinity • Optical zoom focal length (35 mm camera equivalent) Approx.
  • Page 28 Taking Pictures (a AUTO Mode) Press the shutter button fully. Halfway pressed When taking a picture using the flash, the image may disappear and go dark briefly due to flash charging. The viewfinder lamp blinks orange during charging. • The subject may be difficult to see clearly on the LCD monitor (in bright sunlight or dimly lit scenes, etc.).
  • Page 29 Z Using viewfinder When using the viewfinder to take pictures, press DISP/ BACK to turn the LCD monitor off. Turning the LCD monitor off conserves battery power. Viewfinder Frame the shot so that the subject fills the center of the viewfinder.

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

    Taking Pictures (a AUTO Mode) Taking pictures with the focus and exposure locked In the above composition, the subjects (two people in this case) are not in the AF frame. Pressing the shutter button halfway at this point will result in the subjects being out of focus.
  • Page 31 • Use AF/AE lock in all Photography modes to guarantee excellent results. • On the FinePix A400 / FinePix A500, pressing the shutter button down half way locks the focus and exposure settings (AF and AE lock). Subjects not suitable for autofocus FinePix A400 / FinePix A500 uses a high-precision autofocusing mechanism.

  • Page 32: Adjusting The Shot Composition

    Taking Pictures (a AUTO Mode) Adjusting the shot composition Selecting LCD monitor display MENU DISP/ BACK Text displayed LCD monitor OFF Pressing DISP/BACK Best 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

    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 mode MENU DISP/ BACK When the camera is off, press w for about 1 second to turn the camera on in Playback mode.

  • Page 34: Playback Zoom

    Viewing the Images Single-frame playback 1/24/2006 To select the required image: Press p: last image Press q: next image Selecting images To select images on the thumbnail lists screen, hold down p or q for 1 second during playback. When releasing p or q, camera returns to single-frame playback.
  • Page 35 A400 / FinePix A500 or still images (excluding some uncompressed images) recorded on any FUJIFILM digital camera that supports xD-Picture Cards. Clear playback or playback zooming may not be possible for still images shot on cameras other than FinePix A400 / FinePix A500.

  • Page 36: Erasing The Images

    o Erasing the Images 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 FRAMES ERASE ALL FRAMES FRAME BACK A Press MENU/OK to display the Playback menu on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 37 Erasing all frames (ALL FRAMES) 100-0001 ALL FRAMES ERASE ALL OK? IT MAY TAKE A WHILE CANCEL Press MENU/OK to erase all the frames (files). Press DISP/BACK to cancel ALL FRAMES erasing of all the frames (files). Some unprotected frames (files) will be left unerased.

  • Page 38: Using The Photography Functions - Procedure Of Setting

    Using the Photography Functions — Procedure of Setting Specify the camera settings for taking pictures to get the best result. A general guide is given below. Select the Photography mode. Set the Photography mode from the menu. The available functions are limited depending on the Photography mode selected.
  • Page 39 Z Specifying functions using Photography menu (MENU/OK button) Use to specify required image size y QUALITY (➝p.47). Used in situations such as group * SELF-TIMER shots where the photographer is included in the shot (➝p.49). Use to specify required sensitivity S ISO setting (➝p.51).

  • Page 40: Setting The Shooting Mode

    Setting the Shooting Mode You can select the most suitable setting according to the subject by selecting one of the Shooting modes. SHOOTING MODE PORTRAIT AUTO MANUAL MOVIE A Press MENU/OK to display the menu on the LCD monitor. B Press p or q to select q SHOOTING MODE.
  • Page 41 , LANDSCAPE Use this mode for shooting scenery in daylight and provides crisp, clear shots of scenery such as buildings and mountains. • Flash cannot be used in the Landscape mode. . SPORT Use this mode to take pictures of a moving subject. It gives priority to faster shutter speeds.

  • Page 42: Macro (Close-Up)

    e Macro (Close-up) Use this mode to take close-up shots. MENU DISP/ BACK e appears on the LCD monitor indicating that you can take close-up shots. Press e (p) to select Macro mode. • When using the viewfinder to take a picture in Macro mode, the field visible through the viewfinder does not Press e (p) again match the field actually photographed.

  • Page 43: Setting The Flash

    d Setting the Flash Flash photography is useful for taking pictures at night or indoor dark locations. Choose from 6 flash modes according to the type of shot. The flash setting changes each time you press d (q). MENU DISP/ BACK When pressing the shutter button down halfway, b appears on the LCD monitor before the flash fires.

  • Page 44: Suppressed Flash

    d Setting the Flash C Suppressed flash This mode is suitable for situations where the flash cannot be used. Use a tripod to prevent camera shake when shooting in Suppressed flash mode in the dark condition. Any time, flash does not fire. c Slow synchro, n Red-eye reduction + Slow synchro This mode allows you to take...

  • Page 45: Photography Menu Operation

    Photography Menu Operation Use the Photography menu to adjust image quality. You can take pictures in a wide range of conditions. Setting the menus SELF-TIMER A Press MENU/OK to display the menu on the LCD monitor. B Press p or q to select the menu.

  • Page 46: List Of Photography Menu Options

    MOVIE / q MANUAL / q AUTO/ H PORTRAIT / , LANDSCAPE / . SPORT / 8 NIGHT FinePix A400 4F / 4N / „ / 2 / 1 / FinePix A500 ÷F / ÷N / „ / 3 / 2 /...

  • Page 47: Selecting Quality Setting (Y Quality)

    Select the quality setting for the scene being shot. QUALITY FRAMES FinePix A500 Setting the menus (➝p.45) Z Quality settings in Photography mode (FinePix A400) Quality mode Sample uses 4 F (2304 × 1728) Printing at up to 6R (15.2 × 20.3 cm/ 4 N (2304 × 1728) 6 ×...
  • Page 48 Photography Menu Operation Z Quality settings in Photography mode (FinePix A500) Quality mode ÷ F (2592 × 1944) Printing at up to 8R (20.3 × 25.4 cm/ ÷ N (2592 × 1944) 8 × 10 in.) / A4 size For better quality, select ÷ F „...

  • Page 49: Taking Pictures Using Self-Timer (* Self-Timer)

    Taking pictures using self-timer (* SELF-TIMER) Available Photography modes: a, H, ,, ., 8, s (➝p.40) Use this menu in situations where the photographer is included in the shot. When selecting the self-timer setting, the self-timer icon appears on the LCD monitor. *: The picture is taken after 10 seconds.
  • Page 50 Photography Menu Operation Taking pictures in selected time A picture is taken after the self-timer lamp changes from lit to blinking (only blinks with the 2-second self- timer). A countdown appears on the LCD monitor indicating the time remaining until the picture is taken.

  • Page 51: Specifying Sensitivity Setting (S Iso)

    Specifying sensitivity setting (S ISO) Available Photography modes: a, H, ,, ., 8, s (➝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 (S Exp. Compensation)

    Photography Menu Operation Adjusting exposure compensation (S EXP. COMPENSATION) Available Photography mode: s (➝p.40) Use this menu for shots to get the correct brightness (exposure), such as shots with extremely high contrast between the subject and the background. EXP. COMPENSATION positive (+) compensation negative (–) compensation •...

  • Page 53: Adjusting Color Balance (T Wb)

    Adjusting color balance (T WB) Available Photography mode: s (➝p.40) Adjust the color balance based on white to suit the color of the ambient light around the subject. AUTO AUTO: Automatic adjustment 6 : Shooting outdoors in good weather 7: Shooting in shade 9 : Shooting under Daylight fluorescent lamps 0 : Shooting under Warm White fluorescent lamps - : Shooting under Cool White fluorescent lamps...

  • Page 54: How To Specify Print Options (Dpof)

    This section gives a detailed description of how to order your prints with FinePix A400 / FinePix A500. Some printers do not support date and time imprinting or specification of the number of prints.

  • Page 55: Dpof Set Frame

    u DPOF Set Frame You can specify the image, number of prints, with or without date of printing with a DPOF-compatible printer. DPOF RESET ALL WITHOUT DATE WITH DATE A Press MENU/OK to display the Playback menu on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 56 Print Service or a DPOF-compatible printer (depending on the printer specifications, the date may not be printed in some cases). • Images photographed with a camera other than FinePix A400 / FinePix A500 may not be specified DPOF settings.

  • Page 57: Dpof All Reset

    DPOF ALL RESET To cancel all DPOF settings: 100-0001 RESET DPOF OK? CANCEL Select RESET ALL in the Playback menu (➝p.55). Press MENU/OK. 100-0001 1/24/2006 10:00 AM u appears on the LCD monitor during playback when the image has specified DPOF settings. Using w Playback mode (➝p.33)

  • Page 58: Protecting Images

    i Protecting Images Use this mode to prevent frames (files) from being accidentally erased. Your camera calls images “frames”. PROTECT RESET ALL SET ALL FRAME A Press MENU/OK to display the Playback menu on the LCD monitor. B Press p or q to select i PROTECT.

  • Page 59: Reset All

    SET ALL 100-0001 SET ALL SET ALL OK? IT MAY TAKE A WHILE CANCEL Press MENU/OK to protect all the frames (files). RESET ALL 100-0001 RESET ALL RESET ALL OK? IT MAY TAKE A WHILE CANCEL Press MENU/OK to unprotect all the frames (files).

  • Page 60: Automatic Playback

    g Automatic Playback Use this mode to play back photographed images continuously. You can select playback interval and type of image transition. PLAYBACK A Press MENU/OK to display the Playback menu on the LCD monitor. B Press p or q to select g PLAYBACK.

  • Page 61: Exchanging Data

    V Exchanging Data It is possible to transfer saved images between the internal memory and an xD-Picture Card. Your camera calls images “frames”. Selecting COPY COPY A Press MENU/OK to display the Playback menu on the LCD monitor. B Press p or q to select V COPY.
  • Page 62 V Exchanging Data Exchanging one frame at a time (FRAME) COPY INTERNAL MEMORY CARD FRAME ALL FRAMES A Press n or o to select FRAME. B Press MENU/OK. COPY OK? C Press p or q to select the copying flame (file). D Press MENU/OK to copy the currently displayed frame (file).

  • Page 63: Y Trimming

    Y Trimming Use this mode to trim the required part of the photographed image. Select the menu. TRIMMING A Press p or q to select the trimming frame (file). B Press MENU/OK to display the Playback menu on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 64 To use for e-mail or web site • When „ quality setting is selected, the image is trimmed to normal size (4:3 aspect ratio). You may not be able to trim images that were shot with a camera other than FinePix A400 / FinePix A500.

  • Page 65: Recording Movies

    r Recording Movies Use this mode to record movies. Set the camera to r Movie mode. SHOOTING MODE PORTRAIT AUTO MANUAL MOVIE A Press MENU/OK to display the menu on the LCD monitor. B Press p or q to select q SHOOTING MODE.
  • Page 66 (if the batteries run out or the AC power adapter is disconnected). • A movie file taken by FinePix A400 / Fine Pix A500 may not be playable on other cameras. # (160 × 120 pixels)

  • Page 67: Changing Movie Size

    Changing movie size QUALITY A Press MENU/OK to display the menu on the LCD monitor. B Press p or q to select the y QUALITY setting. C Press n or o to change the setting. D Press MENU/OK to confirm the setting.

  • Page 68: Playing Back Movies

    w Playing Back Movies PLAY A Press p or q to select the movie file. r appears on the LCD monitor. B Press o to begin playing back movie. The playback time appears on the LCD monitor along with a progress bar.

  • Page 69: Settings

    Adjusting LCD Monitor Brightness OPTION SET-UP A Press MENU/OK to display the menu on the LCD monitor. B Press p or q to select U OPTION. C Press n or o to select jLCD. D Press MENU/OK to confirm the setting.

  • Page 70: U Set-Up

    U SET-UP Using the SET-UP menu Display the SET-UP menu. OPTION SET-UP A Press MENU/OK to display the menu on the LCD monitor. B Press p or q to select U OPTION. C Press n or o to select SET-UP. D Press MENU/OK to display the SET-UP menu.

  • Page 71: Set-Up Menu Option

    SET-UP menu option Setting Display IMAGE DISP. ON/OFF § BEEP LOW/HIGH/OFF FRAME NO. CONT./RENEW q LCD ON/OFF DIGITAL ZOOM ON/OFF AUTO POWER OFF 2 MIN/5 MIN/OFF LCD POWER SAVE ON/OFF FORMAT How to use the SET-UP menu (➝p.70) Factory default Explanation Specifies whether an image checking screen (photography result) appears after taking a picture.
  • Page 72 U SET-UP Setting DATE/TIME TIME DIFFERENCE USB MODE VIDEO SYSTEM DISCHARGE q RESET Display Factory default – Corrects the date or time. – Specifies the time difference settings. Specifies the language used for LCD monitor ENGLISH display. @ DSC Provides a simple way to read images from an xD- Picture Card or internal memory and store images onto an xD-Picture Card.
  • Page 73 FRAME NO. Use this function to specify whether frame numbers are assigned consecutively from previous numbers or begin again. CONT. RENEW Formatted xD-Picture Card or internal memory used for both A and B. CONT. : Pictures are stored beginning from the highest file number stored on the last xD-Picture Card or internal memory used.

  • Page 74: Digital Zoom

    How to use the SET-UP menu (➝p.70) • Optical zoom focal length Approx. 38 mm to 114 mm • Digital zoom focal length FinePix A400 Approx. 114 mm to 410 mm, max. zoom scale: approx. 3.6× FinePix A500 Approx. 114 mm to 593 mm, max.

  • Page 75: Auto Power Off

    AUTO POWER OFF When this function is active and the camera remains unused for 2 or 5 minutes, it turns camera off. Use this function when you want to get the maximum possible running time from your batteries. The Auto power off function is disabled during automatic playback (➝p.60), discharging rechargeable batteries (➝p.101), and when a USB connection (➝p.80, 90) is being used.

  • Page 76: Time Difference

    U SET-UP TIME DIFFERENCE Use this function when traveling to destinations in 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 Set time difference. TIME DIFFERENCE 1/24/2006 10:00 AM CANCEL A Press p or q to select +/–, hour, and minute. B Press n or o to change the setting. C Always press MENU/OK after the settings are completed. Available time setting –23:45 to +23:45 (in 15-minute increments) How to use the SET-UP menu (➝p.70) In the time difference setting,...

  • Page 78: Connecting To A Tv

    • Refer to the instructions provided with your TV for more information on video input for your TV. • Use the AC-3VX (sold separately) when FinePix A400 / FinePix A500 is connected to a TV for long periods.

  • Page 79: Connecting Camera Directly To Printer - Pictbridge Function

    Connecting Camera Directly to Printer — PictBridge Function When a printer that supports PictBridge is available, images can be printed by connecting the camera directly to the PictBridge-compatible printer without a PC. Before connecting to a printer OPTION SET-UP A Press w for about 1 second to turn the camera on in Playback mode.

  • Page 80: Connecting To A Printer

    (mini-B). ; USB socket (mini-B) Use the AC-3VX (sold separately) when FinePix A400 / FinePix A500 is connected to a printer for long periods. B Connect the camera to a printer before turning the printer on. Press w for about 1 second to turn the camera on.
  • Page 81 Specifying images for printing without DPOF (PRINT WITH DATE / PRINT WITHOUT DATE) 100-0001 TOTAL: 00002 SHEETS FRAME A Press p or q to display the frame (file) for specifying PRINT setting. B Press n or o to set a value. Up to 99 sheets are printed.

  • Page 82: Print Dpof

    (files) continuously. To select uPRINT DPOF, the DPOF settings must be specified on FinePix A400 / FinePix A500 beforehand (➝p.55). Even when WITH DATE is specified in the DPOF settings (➝p.55), the date is not inserted on printers that do not...
  • Page 83 • Use internal memory or an xD-Picture Card that was formatted on FinePix A400 / FinePix A500. • Movies cannot be printed. • Images photographed with a camera other than FinePix A400 / FinePix A500 may not be printed.

  • Page 84: Installation On A Windows Pc

    Installation on a Windows PC Pre-installation checklist To run this software, you must have the hardware and software described below. Check your system before you begin the installation. Operating System Hard disk space Display Internet connection Models with one of the above operating systems pre-installed. When you install the software, login using a system administrator account (e.g.
  • Page 85 Z Recommended system Operating System Hard disk space Display Internet connection • Connect the camera directly to the PC using the USB cable (mini-B). The software may not operate correctly when you use an extension cable or connect the camera via a USB hub. •...
  • Page 86 Installation on a Windows PC Do not connect the camera to your PC until the software installation is completed. Install FinePixViewer as instructed in the Quick start guide. Launching the installer manually A Double-click the “My Computer” icon. Windows XP users should click “My Computer” in the “Start”...

  • Page 87: Installation On A Mac Os X

    Installation on a Mac OS X Pre-installation checklist Z Hardware and software requirements To run this software, you must have the hardware and software described below. Check your system before you begin the installation. Compatible Mac Operating System Hard disk space Display Internet connection Models with a USB port as a standard feature...
  • 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 appears. Double-click the “FinePix” icon to open the “FinePix”...
  • Page 89 The “FinePixViewer installation completed” message dialog appears. Then click exit button and close it. When Safari is used as the Web browser, a message may be displayed and the CD-ROM may not be removed. If this happens, click the Safari icon in the Dock to make Safari the active application and then select “Quit Safari”...

  • Page 90: Connecting To A Pc

    (➝p.18). • Do not format the xD-Picture Card in the camera on the • Use the xD-Picture Card with images taken by a FUJIFILM Digital camera. B Press w for about 1 second to turn the camera on in Playback mode.
  • Page 91 Disconnect the USB cable (mini-B) to the camera and restart the procedure from step C. • Always use the FUJIFILM AC Power Adapter AC-3VX (sold separately). If the camera suddenly loses power during data exchange, the xD-Picture Card or internal memory could be damaged.

  • Page 92: Disconnecting The Camera

    Connecting to a PC If the above operations do not occur, you do not have the required software programs or drivers installed on your PC. Complete the required PC setup procedures. Then reconnect the camera to your PC. Windows XP A The “Found New Hardware”...

  • Page 93: Using Finepixviewer

    When the “It is now safe to disconnect the camera” message appears, click the [OK] button and disconnect the camera. Macintosh Once the image has been saved, the window below appears. To disconnect the camera, click the [OK] button. A Press POWER to turn the camera off.

  • Page 94: Uninstalling The Software

    Connecting to a PC Uninstalling the software Only perform this operation when you no longer require the installed software or when the software was not installed correctly. Windows A Check that the camera is not connected to the PC. B Quit all currently running applications. C Open the “My Computer”...

  • Page 95: System Expansion Option

    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. Video output TV monitor (commercially available) Video output Print creation PictBridge-compatible printer...

  • Page 96: Accessories Guide

    2 Ni-MH batteries in approx. 75 minutes. Up to 4 Ni-MH batteries can be charged simultaneously. • AC Power Adapter AC-3VX Use the AC-3VX when taking pictures or play back images for long periods or when FinePix A400 / FinePix A500 is connected to a PC.
  • Page 97 Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2.2, Mac OS X (10.1.2 to 10.2.2) and models that support USB as standard. -Compatible with xD-Picture 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 to confirm product availability.

  • Page 98: Using Your Camera Correctly

    • Next to rubber or vinyl products Z Damaged by Water or Sand FinePix A400 / FinePix A500 can be damaged on the inside and outside by water and sand. When you are at the beach or close to water, make sure that the camera is not damaged by water or sand.

  • Page 99: Power Supply And Batteries

    • In the camera, use AA-size alkaline or Ni-MH (nickel- metal hydride) rechargeable batteries. Do not use AA-size manganese or nickel-cadmium (Ni- Cd) batteries in your FinePix A400 / FinePix A500 because the heat created by the batteries could damage the camera or cause it not to work.
  • Page 100 Power Supply and Batteries Using the AA-size Ni-MH batteries correctly • As a power source in digital cameras, AA-size Ni-MH batteries (referred to hereafter as Ni-MH batteries) are superior to alkaline batteries in several ways, such as allowing more shots to be taken with the camera. However, care must be taken with the way Ni-MH batteries are used if their original performance is to be maintained.

  • Page 101: Discharging Rechargeable Batteries

    • Plug the connection cord plug securely into the DC input terminal of the FUJIFILM Digital camera. • Turn off the FUJIFILM Digital camera before disconnecting the cord from the FUJIFILM Digital camera’s DC input terminal. To disconnect, pull out the plug gently.
  • Page 102 Power Supply and Batteries To discharge rechargeable batteries: SET-UP VIDEO SYSTEM DISCHARGE RESET A Press w for about 1 second to turn the camera on. B Press MENU/OK to display the menu on the LCD monitor. C Press p or q to select U OPTION.

  • Page 103: Notes On The Xd-Picture Card™ And The Internal Memory

    Z Protecting Your Data • Images and movies may be lost or destroyed in the following situations. Please note that FUJIFILM assumes no responsibility for data that is lost or destroyed. 1.Removal of the memory card or turning the power off while the memory card or internal memory is being accessed (i.e., during record, erase, initialization, and...

  • Page 104: Specifications

    There are two types of xD-Picture Card: standard type and Type M (containing “M” in the model number, such as DPC-M1GB). FinePix A400/FinePix A500 are compatible with Type M, however they may not be compatible depending on the device used (Image Memory Card Reader, etc.).

  • Page 105: Warning Displays

    • Turn the camera on again, taking care not to touch the lens. • Turn the camera off and on again. If the message still appears, contact your FUJIFILM dealer. Insert an xD-Picture Card. • Format the xD-Picture Card or internal memory on the camera (➝p.75).
  • Page 106 It may be necessary to format the xD-Picture Card. If the message still appears, replace the xD-Picture Card. • Contact your FUJIFILM dealer. • The movie and image cannot be played back. Protected files cannot be erased. Remove the protection (➝p.58).
  • Page 107 An attempt was made to trim a 0.3M image. • An attempt was made to trim an image shot using CAN NOT TRIM a camera other than FinePix A400 / FinePix A500. • The image is damaged. Prints were specified for 1000 or more frames in the DPOF frame settings.
  • Page 108 JPEG or Exif-JPEG image format. If not, the printer cannot print the images. • Movie images cannot be printed. • Was the image data photographed using FinePix A400 / FinePix A500? You may not be able to print some images photographed on other cameras. Remedy...

  • Page 109: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Z Getting ready Matters Problems The batteries have run out. Nothing happens The batteries are loaded backward. when pressing The battery cover is not closed securely. POWER. The camera and AC power adapter are not connected correctly. Camera is used in extremely cold conditions.
  • Page 110 Troubleshooting Z Shooting Matters Problems No photograph is taken when pressing the shutter button. Basic operations The LCD monitor darkens after taking a picture. Camera has difficulty in Focusing focusing on the subject. Possible causes The xD-Picture Card or internal memory is full.
  • Page 111 Z Shooting Matters Problems The shutter button was pressed while the flash was charging. Cannot use the The Shooting mode is set to ,. flash. The batteries have run out. The Shooting mode is set to a, ,, ., The flash settings Flash or 8.
  • Page 112 Troubleshooting Z Playing back Matters Problems Erasing FRAME does not erase the frame. Erasing Erasing ALL FRAMES does not erase all the frames. CONT. in the frame number Frame No. setting does not function. Z Connecting Matters Problems There is no image on the TV.
  • Page 113 Load new or fully charged batteries. Briefly remove the batteries or disconnect the AC power adapter. Then reload the batteries or reconnect the AC power adapter and try again. If you think the camera is faulty, contact your FUJIFILM dealer. Solutions Page Solutions Page...

  • Page 114: Specifications

    (Equivalent to approx. 38 mm-114 mm on a 35 mm camera) Digital zoom (FinePix A400) Approx. 3.6× (3× optical zoom lens is used together: Max. zoom scale: approx. 10.8×) Digital zoom (FinePix A500) Approx. 5.2× (3× optical zoom lens is used together: Max. zoom scale: approx. 15.6×) Aperture (Wide-angle) F3.3/F8.5...
  • Page 115 System Exposure compensation –2 EV to +2 EV in 1/3 EV-step increments (s) 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 (Daylight), Fluorescent (Warm White), Fluorescent (Cool White), Incandescent) Self-timer Approx.
  • Page 116 Specifications Input/Output Terminal VIDEO OUT (Visual output) NTSC/PAL-type Digital input/output DC input socket AC Power Adapter AC-3VX (sold separately) Power Supply and Others Power supply Use one of the following: • 2×AA-size alkaline batteries • 2×AA-size Ni-MH (Nickel-Metal Hydride) batteries (sold separately) •...
  • Page 117 Z 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-Picture Cards with higher capacities.
  • 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 (frame erase) image files. In such a case, erase all frames or format the picture card before use. Back up important frames (files) onto your PC or another media. These specifications are subject to change without notice. FUJIFILM shall not be held liable for damages resulting from errors in this Owner’s Manual.

  • Page 120: Explanation Of Terms

    CCD. The number is larger for bright subjects and smaller for dark subjects. As the brightness of the subject changes, a digital camera maintains the amount of light hitting the CCD at a constant level by adjusting the aperture and shutter speed.

  • Page 121: Fujifilm Digital Camera Worldwide Network

    TEL +591 33 44 1129 FAX +591 33 45 2919 gciagral@bibosi.scz.entelnet.bo Av. Vereador José Diniz, 3400 - Campo Belo, Sào Paulo/SP TEL 0800-12-8600 FAX +55 11 5091-4150 camarasdigitais@fujifilm.com.br Av. El Conquistador del Monte 5024, Huechuraba, Santiago, Chile TEL 02-4431500 FAX 02-4431596 ceciliacalvo@reifschneider.cl Calle 44 N.°...
  • Page 122 TEL +595 21 444256 FAX +595 21 444651 jmarbulo@fujifilm.com.py Pablo Bermudez 111 Apartado 3794 - Esq. Arequipa - Lima 11 TEL +51 14 33 5563 FAX +51 14 33 7177 jalvarado@fujifilm.com.pe Cuareim 1439, montevideo, Uruguay TEL +598-2-9002004 FAX +598-2-9008430 fotocam@adinet.com.uy Maldonado 1787 Montevideo- Uruguay TEL (05982) 419 4542 FAX (05982) 412 0046 kiel@fujifilm.com.uy...
  • Page 123 TEL 35722314719 FAX 35722515562 dorosn@logosnet.cy.net U nakladoveho nadrazi 2/1949, 130 00 Praha 3 TEL 00420 234 703 411 FAX 00420 234 703 489 fricman@fujifilm.cz Milesovska 1, 130 00 Praha 3, Czech republic TEL 00420 222 721 525 FAX 00420 222 720 122 awh@awh.cz Stubbeled 2, 2950 Vedbæk Denmark...
  • Page 124 TEL +7-095-797-3434 FAX +7-095-797-3434 Pribylinska 2, 831 04 Bratislava, Slovakia TEL 00421 2 44 888 077 FAX 00421 2 44 889 300 fujifilm@fujifilm.sk FIS Tatracentrum, Hodzovo nam. 4 - Tatracentrum, 811 06 Bratislava, Slovakia TEL 00421 2 54 647 347 fis.tatracentrum@stonline.sk...
  • Page 125 TEL 934511515 FAX 934515900 / 933230330 tallersat@fujifilm.es Sveavägen 167 104 35 Stockholm TEL 46 8 506 141 70 FAX 46 8 506 142 09 kamera@fujifilm.se Sveavägen 167 104 35 Stockholm TEL 46 8 506 513 54 FAX 46 8 506513 54 kameraverkstaden@fujifilm.se Niederhaslistrasse 12, 8157 Dietlikon, Switzerland TEL +41 44 855 5154 FAX +41 44 855 5329 RepairCenter@fujifilm.ch...
  • Page 126 TEL (254-20)4446265-8 FAX (254-20)4448515 / 7 info@fujifilm.co.ke 114 Old Pittwater Road, Brookvale, NSW, 2100, Australia TEL 1800 226 355 FAX +61 (2) 9938 1975 digital@fujifilm.com.au 114 Joynton Avenue, Zetland, NSW, 2017, Australia TEL 1800 226 355 FAX +61 (2) 9938 1975 digital@fujifilm.com.au 70-72 Cumming Street,Suva,Fiji TEL (679)3304133 FAX (679)3302777 kapadia@connect.com.fj...
  • Page 127 TEL 632-7436601~06 FAX 632-7324661 digital@yklcolor.com 24 Sto. Domingo St., Quezon City 1100, Philippines TEL 632-7436601~06 FAX 632-7324661 tech_services@yklcolor.com 10 New Industrial Road Fujifilm Building Singapore 536201 TEL 65-6380 5557 FAX 65-6281 3594 service@fujifilm.com.sg 30-1, Mukjeung-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul, Korea TEL +82-2-3282-7363 FAX +82-2-2269-7435 photo@fujifilm.co.kr #301, 3F, Jeonjaland, 16-9, Hangangro3-ga, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, Korea TEL +82-2-701-1472 FAX +82-2-718-1331 1bowl@hanmail.net...

  • Page 128: Safety Notes

    Safety Notes • Make sure that you use your FinePix A400 / FinePix A500 camera correctly. Read these Safety Notes and your Owner’s Manual carefully before use. • After reading these Safety Notes, store them in a safe place. About the Icons...
  • Page 129 Do not use the charger to charge 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 WARNING When discarding or storing batteries, cover the battery terminals with insulation tape. Contact with other metallic objects or batteries could cause the batteries to ignite or burst. Keep xD-Picture Cards out of the reach of small children. Because xD-Picture Cards are small, they can be swallowed by children.
  • Page 131 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 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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