FujiFilm FinePix A700 Owner's Manual
FujiFilm FinePix A700 Owner's Manual

FujiFilm FinePix A700 Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL
This manual will show you how to use
your FUJIFILM DIGITAL CAMERA
FinePix A700 correctly.
Please follow the instructions carefully.
Getting Ready
Using the Camera
Advanced Features
• Photography
• Playback
• Movie
Camera Connection
Installation
Appendices
Troubleshooting
BL00570-200(1)
Settings
Software

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL This manual will show you how to use your FUJIFILM DIGITAL CAMERA FinePix A700 correctly. Please follow the instructions carefully. Getting Ready Using the Camera Advanced Features • Photography • Playback • Movie Settings Camera Connection Software Installation...
  • 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

    4. Ownership. All copyrights and other proprietary rights to Software and Documentation are owned and retained by FUJIFILM or the third party suppliers as indicated on or in Software or Documentation. Nothing contained herein shall be construed, expressly or implicitly, as transferring or granting any right, license, or title to you other than those explicitly granted under this Agreement.
  • Page 4: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    Fuji Photo Film (Europe) GmbH Address: Heesenstrasse 31 40549 Dusseldorf, Germany declare that the product Product Name: FUJIFILM DIGITAL CAMERA FinePix A700 Manufacturer’s Name: FUJIFILM Corporation 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 Loading the Batteries ...
  • Page 7 Discharging rechargeable batteries ... 100 Notes on the xD-Picture Card™ and the Internal Memory ... 102 Warning Displays ... 104 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting... 108 Specifications ... 114 Explanation of Terms ... 118 FUJIFILM Digital Camera Worldwide Network... 120 Safety Notes... 127...
  • Page 8: Preface

    Z Damaged by Water or Sand FinePix A700 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 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. See “Using Your Camera Correctly” (➝p.97) for more information.
  • Page 10: About This Manual

    About this Manual Z 4-direction (nopq) button Up, down, left, and right are indicated by black triangles in the Owner’s Manual. Up or down is shown as n or o, and left or right is shown as p or q. When pressing q: When pressing MENU/OK: Icons indicate the modes that are available.
  • Page 11: Accessories Included

    Accessories Included • AA-size Alkaline Batteries (LR6) (2) • Strap (1) • A/V cable (1) Including plug to pin-plug ×2 • USB cable (mini-B) (1) • CD-ROM (1) Software for FinePix BZ • Owner’s Manual (this manual) (1) Attaching the strap Attach the strap as shown in 1 and 2.
  • Page 12: Camera Parts And Features

    Camera Parts and Features • Refer to the pages in parentheses for information on using the camera parts or features. A Shutter button B Microphone C Lens (lens cover) D Self-timer lamp (p.47) E POWER button F Speaker G Flash (p.41) H ;...
  • Page 13: Example Of Lcd Monitor Text Display

    Z Playback mode 100-0009 1/ 1/2006 12:00 AM FinePix A700 has internal memory that can store images without xD-Picture Card. Y appears on the LCD monitor when the internal memory is active. A * Self-timer (p.46) B e Macro (close-up) (p.40) C C Flash (p.41)
  • Page 14: Loading The Batteries

    Loading the Batteries Batteries are required to operate the digital camera. At first, load the batteries in the camera. Z Compatible batteries AA-size alkaline batteries (2) or AA-size Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (2) (sold separately) CAUTION • Never use the following types of...
  • Page 15 Load the batteries correctly as indicated by the polarity icons. CAUTION Match the polarity icons (+ and ,) of the batteries to those on the inside of the battery cover. Close the battery cover.
  • Page 16: 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.98-99 for information on the batteries.
  • Page 17: 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.
  • Page 18 • See p.117 for information on standard number of available frames. Z About internal memory FinePix A700 has internal memory ISO 200 that can store images without xD- Picture Card. Y appears on the LCD monitor when internal memory is active.
  • Page 19: 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 20: 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 21: Auto Power Off Function

    Change the date format. DATE/TIME MM/DD/Y Y 9 / 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 22: Correcting The Date And Time

    Correcting the Date and Time Open the SET-UP menu. OPTION SET-UP A Press MENU/OK to open the menu. B Press p or q to select U OPTION. C Press n or o to select SET-UP. D Press MENU/OK to open the SET-UP menu.
  • Page 23: Selecting The Language

    Selecting the Language Open the SET-UP menu. OPTION SET-UP A Press MENU/OK to open the menu. B Press p or q to select U OPTION and then press n or o to select SET-UP. C Press MENU/OK to open the SET-UP menu.
  • Page 24: 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 25 Check the composition on the LCD monitor. To adjust zoom scale using the Zoom switch: ] wide zoom [ tele zoom switch (Zoom out) switch (Zoom in) Zoom bar • Focal range Approx. 50 cm (1.6 ft.) to infinity • Optical zoom focal length (35 mm camera equivalent) Approx.
  • Page 26 Taking Pictures (a AUTO Mode) Press the shutter button fully. Double beep Halfway pressed CAUTION When taking a picture using the flash, the image may disappear and go dark briefly due to flash charging. The Indicator lamp blinks orange during charging. MEMO •...
  • Page 27 Z Indicator lamp display The indicator lamp shows camera status lit or blinking when pressing the shutter button. Indicator lamp Display Status Lit green Locking the focus Blinking green AF/AE in progress, camera shake warning, or AF warning (ready to shoot) Blinking green and Recording to xD-Picture Card or...
  • Page 28: 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 29 • AF/AE lock can be applied repeatedly before the shutter is released. • Use AF/AE lock in all Photography modes to guarantee excellent results. • On FinePix A700, pressing the shutter button down halfway locks the focus and exposure settings (AF and AE lock). Subjects not suitable for autofocus FinePix A700 uses a high-precision autofocusing mechanism.
  • Page 30: Adjusting The Shot Composition

    Taking Pictures (a AUTO Mode) Adjusting the shot composition Select the LCD monitor display. Text displayed No text displayed Best framing Press DISP/BACK to change 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 31: 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 When the camera is off, press w for about 1 second to turn the camera on in Playback mode.
  • Page 32: Playback Zoom

    Viewing the Images Single-frame playback 9/24/2006 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 33 This camera will display still images recorded on FinePix A700 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...
  • Page 34: Erasing The Images/Movies

    o Erasing the Images/Movies Use this mode to erase unnecessary images or movies to have ample free space on the xD-Picture Card or internal memory. Selecting FRAME or ALL FRAMES ERASE ALL FRAMES FRAME BACK A Press MENU/OK to open the Playback menu.
  • Page 35 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). MEMO Press DISP/BACK to cancel ALL FRAMES erasing of all the frames (files). Some unprotected frames (files) will be left unerased.
  • Page 36: 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 camera settings are tailored to the scene being shot.
  • Page 37 Z Specifying functions using Photography menu (MENU/OK button) Use to specify required image size y QUALITY (➝p.45). Used in situations such as group * SELF-TIMER shots where the photographer is included in the shot (➝p.46). Use to specify required sensitivity S ISO setting (➝p.48).
  • Page 38: 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 open the menu. B Press p or q to select q SHOOTING MODE.
  • Page 39 . SPORT Use this mode to take pictures of a moving subject. It gives priority to faster shutter speeds. 8 NIGHT Use this mode for shooting evening and night scenes. A picture is taken with a slow shutter of up to 2 seconds. CHECK Use a tripod to prevent camera shake, because a picture is taken with a slow shutter.
  • Page 40: Macro (Close-Up)

    e Macro (Close-up) Use this mode to take close-up shots. Available Photography modes: a and s (➝p.38, 39) e appears on the LCD monitor indicating that you can take close-up shots. CHECK • Focal range Wide-angle: approx. 10 cm to 80 cm (3.9 in. to 2.6 ft.) Telephoto: approx.
  • Page 41: 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. Available Photography modes: a, H, ., 8, s (➝p.38, 39) The flash setting changes each time you press d (q).
  • Page 42: 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 pictures of people at night...
  • Page 43: 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 open the menu. B Press p or q to select the menu.
  • Page 44 Photography Menu Operation Z List of photography menu options Page Menu Use this setting to provide the best photography menu q SHOOTING setting for the scene being shot. MODE (➝p.38) This setting can be used with any of the modes. Specifies the image size.
  • Page 45: Selecting Quality Setting (Y Quality)

    Selecting quality setting (y QUALITY) Available Photography modes: a, H, ,, ., 8, s (➝p.38, 39) Use this menu to specify the image size. Select the quality setting for the scene being shot. QUALITY 8 FRAMES Z Quality settings in Photography mode Quality mode Sample uses F (3072 ×...
  • Page 46: Taking Pictures Using Self-Timer (* Self-Timer)

    Photography Menu Operation Taking pictures using self-timer (* SELF-TIMER) Available Photography modes: a, H, ,, ., 8, s (➝p.38, 39) 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.
  • Page 47 Take 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. Setting the menus (➝p.43) Using the 2-second self-timer This is useful when you worry about camera shake even if...
  • Page 48: Specifying Sensitivity Setting (S Iso)

    Photography Menu Operation Specifying sensitivity setting (S ISO) Available Photography modes: a, H, ,, ., 8, s (➝p.38, 39) 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 49: Adjusting Exposure Compensation (S Ev)

    Adjusting exposure compensation (S EV) Available Photography mode: s (➝p.38, Use this menu for shots to get the correct brightness (exposure), such as shots with extremely high contrast between the subject and the background. positive (+) compensation negative (–) compensation CHECK •...
  • Page 50: Adjusting Color Balance (T Wb)

    Photography Menu Operation Adjusting color balance (T WB) Available Photography mode: s (➝p.38, 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...
  • Page 51: Using Playback Menu

    Using Playback Menu Use this menu to playback photographed images. Setting the menus A Set the camera to Playback mode (➝p.31). DPOF RESET ALL WITHOUT DATE WITH DATE B Press MENU/OK to open the menu. C Press p or q to select the menu.
  • Page 52 Using Playback Menu A Press p or q to display the frame (file) for specifying DPOF setting. B Press n or o to set a value. Up to 99 sheets are printed. For frames (files) that you do not want printed, set the number of prints to 0 (zero).
  • Page 53: Reset All

    This section gives a detailed description of how to order your prints with FinePix A700. Some printers do not support date and time imprinting or specification of the number of prints.
  • Page 54: Protecting The Images (I Protect)

    Using Playback Menu Protecting the images (i PROTECT) Use this mode to prevent frames (files) from being accidentally erased. Your camera calls images “frames”. FRAME SET / RESET To protect or unprotect only the selected frame (file): 100-0001 FRAME PROTECT OK? CANCEL Unprotected Protected (F appears)
  • Page 55: Automatic Playback (G Playback)

    To stop the procedure midway 100-0001 SET ALL CANCEL If the images are very large, protecting or unprotecting all the frames (files) may take some time. If you want to take a picture or record a movie during the procedure, press DISP/BACK. CAUTION The Format function erases all the frames (files), including protected frames (files) (➝p.73).
  • Page 56: Copying The Images (V Copy)

    Using Playback Menu Copying the images (V COPY) It is possible to transfer saved images between the internal memory and an xD-Picture Card. Your camera calls images “frames”. Z Selecting COPY COPY INTERNAL MEMORY CARD NEXT A Press n or o to select W INTERNAL MEMORY ➡...
  • Page 57: Recording Voice Memos (# Voice Memo)

    Copying all frames (ALL FRAMES) COPY INTERNAL MEMORY CARD FRAME ALL FRAMES CANCEL A Press n or o to select ALL FRAMES. B Press MENU/OK. 100-0001 COPY ALL OK? IT MAY TAKE A WHILE CANCEL C Press MENU/OK to copy all the frames (files).
  • Page 58 Using Playback Menu Start recording the voice memos. VOICE MEMO STANDBY START Press MENU/OK to start recording. Face the microphone on the front Microphone of the camera to record your comment. Hold the camera about 20 cm (7.9 in.) away for the best results. CANCEL Setting the menus (➝p.51) Camera operation while recording.
  • Page 59: Playing Back Voice Memo

    Ending voice memos. VOICE MEMO FINISH RE-REC The voice memo ends when pressing MENU/OK midway or 30 seconds pass. To record your comment: press MENU/OK. To rerecorded the comment: press DISP/BACK . MEMO • When the image already has a voice memo If you select an image that already has a voice memo, a screen appears in which you can select whether to rerecord the memo.
  • Page 60 Using Playback Menu Z Playing back voice memos Control Playback begins. Playback The voice memo stops when playback ends. Pauses the voice memo during Pause / playback. Press o again to Resume resume playback. Stops playback. Press p or q while voice memo playback is stopped to go Stop back to the previous file or...
  • Page 61: Trimming (Y Trimming)

    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 open the Playback menu. C Press p or q to select Y TRIMMING.
  • Page 62 • When % quality setting is selected, the image is trimmed to normal size (4:3 aspect ratio). CAUTION You may not be able to trim images that were shot with a camera other than FinePix A700. CANCEL Setting the menus (➝p.51)
  • Page 63: Recording Movies

    r Recording Movies Use this mode to record movies with sound. Set the camera to r Movie mode. SHOOTING MODE PORTRAIT AUTO MANUAL MOVIE A Press MENU/OK to open the menu. B Press p or q to select q SHOOTING MODE. C Press n or o to select r MOVIE.
  • Page 64 (if the batteries run out or the AC power adapter is disconnected). • A movie file taken by FinePix A700 may not be playable on other cameras. • Because sound is recorded concurrently with the images, make sure that you do not cover the microphone with a finger, etc.
  • Page 65: Changing Movie Size

    Changing movie size QUALITY A Press MENU/OK to open the menu. 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. Z Quality settings in Movie mode $ (320 ×...
  • Page 66: 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 67: Settings

    Adjusting LCD Brightness or Playback Volume OPTION SET-UP VOLUME A Press MENU/OK to open the menu. B Press p or q to select U OPTION. C Press n or o to select jLCD or VOLUME. D Press MENU/OK to display the setting display.
  • Page 68: U Set-Up

    U SET-UP Using the SET-UP menu Open the SET-UP menu. OPTION SET-UP A Press MENU/OK to open the menu. 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 69: Set-Up Menu Option

    SET-UP menu option Setting Display IMAGE DISP. ON/OFF SHUTTER VOL LOW/HIGH/OFF BEEP VOLUME LOW/HIGH/OFF FRAME NO. CONT./RENEW 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.68) Factory default Explanation Specifies whether an image checking screen (photography result) appears after taking a picture.
  • Page 70 U SET-UP Setting DATE/TIME TIME DIFFERENCE USB MODE VIDEO SYSTEM DISCHARGE RESET Display Factory default – Corrects the date or time. – Specifies the time difference settings. Specifies the language used for LCD monitor – 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 71 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 72: Digital Zoom

    U SET-UP DIGITAL ZOOM Use this function to shoot enlarged images than maximum optical zoom scale. Z Zoom bar display Digital zoom OFF Digital zoom ON Optical zoom: 3× Approx. 5.4× (Digital zoom) when the y QUALITY is set to %. CHECK •...
  • Page 73: 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. CAUTION The Auto power off function is disabled during automatic playback (➝p.55), discharging rechargeable batteries (➝p.100), and when a USB connection (➝p.78, 88) is being used.
  • Page 74: 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 75 Set time difference. TIME DIFFERENCE 9/24/2006 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. CHECK Available time setting –23:45 to +23:45 (in 15-minute increments) MEMO In the time difference setting,...
  • Page 76: Connecting To A Tv

    • The image quality for movie playback is lower than for still images. • Refer to the instructions provided with your TV for more information on audio/video input for your TV. • Use the AC-3VX (sold separately) when FinePix A700 is connected to a TV for long periods.
  • Page 77: 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 Before connecting to a printer OPTION SET-UP VOLUME A Press w for about 1 second to turn the camera on in Playback mode.
  • Page 78: Connecting To A Printer

    (mini-B). ; USB socket (mini-B) MEMO Use the AC-3VX (sold separately) when FinePix A700 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 79: Specifying Images For Printing

    Specifying images for printing (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. To specify more PRINT settings, repeat steps A and B.
  • Page 80: Print Dpof

    (files) continuously. CHECK To select uPRINT DPOF, the DPOF settings must be specified on FinePix A700 beforehand (➝p.51). CAUTION Even when WITH DATE E is specified in the DPOF settings (➝p.51), the date is not inserted on printers that do not support date printing.
  • Page 81 • The camera cannot be used to specify printer settings such as the paper size and print quality. • Use internal memory or an xD-Picture Card that was formatted on FinePix A700. • Movies cannot be printed. • Images photographed with a camera other than FinePix...
  • Page 82: 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 83 Z Recommended system Operating System Hard disk space Display Internet connection MEMO • 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 84 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” menu.
  • Page 85: 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 PowerPC, Intel processor loaded...
  • Page 86 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 87 The “FinePixViewer installation completed” message dialog appears. Then click exit button and close it. CAUTION 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 88: Connecting To A Pc

    • Do not format the xD-Picture Card in the camera on the PC. • 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 89 Disconnect the USB cable (mini-B) to the camera and restart the procedure from step C. CAUTION • 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 90 Connecting to a PC • A removable disk icon appears and you can use your PC to transfer files to and from the camera. Windows If the above operations do not occur, you do not have the required software programs or drivers installed on your PC.
  • Page 91: Disconnecting The Camera

    Disconnecting the camera Windows Once the image has been saved, the window below appears (Save Image Wizard Windows). To disconnect the camera, click the [Remove] button. When the “It is now safe to disconnect the camera” message appears, click the [OK] button and disconnect the camera.
  • Page 92: Using Finepixviewer

    Connecting to a PC Using FinePixViewer Mastering FinePixViewer For all information on FinePixViewer functions, refer to “How to Use FinePixViewer” in the Help menu for details. • What is explained in “How to Use FinePixViewer”... “How to Use FinePixViewer” covers a range of topics, including batch processing and ordering prints.
  • Page 93 D 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 To remove the driver software E When the message appears, click the [OK] button. Check your selection carefully since the process cannot be canceled once you click the [OK] button.
  • Page 94: System Expansion Option

    System Expansion Option By using FinePix A700 together with other optional FUJIFILM products, your system can be expanded to fill a wide range of uses. Accessory availability may vary by country. Please check with your local Fujifilm representative to confirm product availability.
  • Page 95: Accessories Guide

    (Image Memory Card Reader, etc.). • AC Power Adapter AC-3VX Use the AC-3VX when taking pictures or play back images for long periods or when FinePix A700 is connected to a PC. The shape of the AC power adapter, the plug, and socket outlet depend on the country.
  • Page 96 Accessories Guide • Image Memory Card Reader DPC-R1 The DPC-R1 provides a quick and easy way to transfer images back and forth between your PC and an image memory card (xD-Picture Card and SmartMedia). The DPC-R1 uses the USB interface for high- speed file transfer.
  • Page 97: Using Your Camera Correctly

    • Next to rubber or vinyl products Z Damaged by Water or Sand FinePix A700 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 98: 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 A700 because the heat created by the batteries could damage the camera or cause it not to work.
  • Page 99 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 100: 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 101 To discharge rechargeable batteries: SET-UP VIDEO SYSTEM :NTSC DISCHARGE RESET CANCEL A Press w for about 1 second to turn the camera on. B Press MENU/OK to open the menu. C Press p or q to select U OPTION. D Press n or o to select SET-UP. E Press MENU/OK to open the SET-UP menu.
  • Page 102: 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 103 • There are two types of xD-Picture Card: standard type and Type M (containing “M” in the model number, such as DPC-M2GB). FinePix A700 is compatible with Type M, however they may not be compatible depending on the device used (Image Memory Card Reader, etc.).
  • Page 104: 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.73).
  • Page 105 It may be necessary to format the xD-Picture Card (➝p.73). If the message still appears, replace the xD-Picture Card. • Contact your FUJIFILM dealer. Erase some images in internal memory or xD-Picture Card (➝p.34), or use an xD-Picture Card that has ample free space.
  • Page 106 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 A700. • The image is damaged. Prints were specified for 1000 or more frames in the DPOF frame settings.
  • Page 107 Warning Displayed Displayed for PictBridge. PRINTER ERROR Displayed for PictBridge. PRINTER ERROR RESUME? Displayed for PictBridge. CANNOT BE PRINTED Explanation • Check that the printer is not out of paper or out of ink. • Turn the printer off briefly and then turn it back on. •...
  • Page 108: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Z Getting ready Matters Problems Nothing happens when pressing POWER. Batteries and power supply Batteries run out quickly. Power cuts out during operation. Z Setting menu etc. Matters Problems Screens are not LCD monitor displayed in display English. Possible causes The batteries have run out.
  • Page 109 Z Shooting Matters Problems The xD-Picture Card or internal memory is full. The xD-Picture Card or internal memory is not formatted. No photograph is The xD-Picture Card contact area is taken when soiled. pressing the The xD-Picture Card is damaged. shutter button.
  • Page 110 Troubleshooting Z Shooting Matters Problems Cannot use the flash. The flash settings Flash are restricted and cannot be selected. The playback image is dark even though the flash was used. The image is blurred. Photographed images There is speckling on the image. Photographed Recording images images or movies...
  • Page 111 Z Playing back Matters Problems The camera volume is set too low. Playing back The camera does The microphone was blocked during movie / voice not emit any shooting/recording. memo sound. There is something covering the speaker during playback. Erasing FRAME Some frames may be protected.
  • Page 112 Troubleshooting Z Connecting Matters Problems There is no image or sound on the Connecting to TV The TV image is black and white. PC does not Connecting to PC recognize the camera. Connecting to Cannot print with printer PictBridge. Possible causes The camera is not connected to the TV correctly.
  • 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 16, 98...
  • Page 114: Specifications

    Specifications System Model Digital camera FinePix A700 Effective pixels 7.28 million pixels 1/1.6-inch Super CCD HR Storage media Internal memory (approx. 12 MB) / xD-Picture Card (16/32/64/128/256/512 MB/1 GB/2 GB) File format Still image: DCF-compliant Movie: AVI format, Motion JPEG Audio: WAVE format, Monaural sound Number of recorded pixels Still image: 3072 ×...
  • Page 115 System Shutter speed 2 sec. to 1/1600 sec. (depend on Exposure mode) Focus Mode: Single-AF 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 A/V OUT (Audio/Visual NTSC/PAL-type (with monaural sound) output) 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 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. 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 118: 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 119 This adjustment is called matching the white balance. Exif Print Format is a newly revised digital camera file format that contains a variety of shooting information for optimal printing.
  • Page 120: 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 121 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 122 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 123 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 124 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 125 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 126 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 127: Safety Notes

    Safety Notes • Make sure that you use your FinePix A700 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 The icons shown below are used in this document to...
  • Page 128 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 129 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 130 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 131 Memo...
  • Page 132 26 - 30, Nishiazabu 2 - chome, Minato - ku, Tokyo 106 - 8620, Japan http://www.fujifilm.com/products/digital/ Printed in China FPT/Y-608108...

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