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User's Guide
Thank you for purchasing this CASIO product.
• Before using it, be sure to read the precautions contained in this User's Guide.
• Keep the User's Guide in a safe place for future reference.
• For the most up-to-date information about this product, visit the official EXILIM
Website at http://www.exilim.com/
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  • Page 1: Digital Camera

    Digital Camera User’s Guide Thank you for purchasing this CASIO product. • Before using it, be sure to read the precautions contained in this User’s Guide. • Keep the User’s Guide in a safe place for future reference. • For the most up-to-date information about this product, visit the official EXILIM...

  • Page 2: Accessories

    Accessories As you unpack your camera, check to make sure that all accessories shown below are included. If anything is missing, contact your original retailer. Rechargeable lithium ion USB-AC adaptor USB cable battery (NP-80) (AD-C53U) To attach the strap to the camera Attach strap here.

  • Page 3: Read This First

    CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. is forbidden under copyright laws. • CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall not be held liable for any damages or lost profits suffered by you or any third party due to the use or malfunction of this product.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Quick Start Basics What you can do with your CASIO camera ......12 First, charge the battery prior to use....... . 13 To load the battery .
  • Page 5 Using BEST SHOT What is BEST SHOT? ......... . 50 Some Sample Scenes .
  • Page 6 Printing Printing Snapshots..........78 Connecting Directly to a PictBridge Compatible Printer .
  • Page 7 Appendix Precautions during Use ........107 Power Supply.

  • Page 8: General Guide

    General Guide The numbers in parentheses indicate the pages where each item is explained. Front Back bl bm bn [ SET ] bp bo Zoom controller [r] (REC) button [SET] button (page 32) (pages 26, 43, 67, 67) (pages 23, 25) ] (Delete) button Shutter button (page 25) Back lamp...

  • Page 9: Monitor Screen Contents

    Monitor Screen Contents The monitor screen uses various indicators, icons, and values to keep you informed of the camera’s status. • The sample screens in this section are intended to show you the locations of all the indicators and figures that can appear on the monitor screen in various modes. They do not represent screens that actually appear on the camera.

  • Page 10: Movie Recording

    easy Mod Remaining snapshot memory capacity (page 126) Snapshot image size (page 33) Flash (page 37) Self-timer (page 39) Date/time (page 101) Timestamp indicator (page 101) Battery level indicator (page 18) Eye-Fi (page 93) Lighting (page 65) Focus frame (pages 26, 60) Remaining movie memory capacity (page 46) Movie image quality (page 36) .

  • Page 11: Configuring Monitor Screen Settings

    . Movie Playback File type Protect indicator (page 74) Folder name/file name (page 95) Movie recording time (page 46) Movie image quality (page 36) Date/time (page 101) Battery level indicator (page 18) Eye-Fi (page 93) Configuring Monitor Screen Settings You can turn display information on and off by pressing [8] (DISP). You can configure separate settings for the REC mode and PLAY mode.

  • Page 12: Quick Start Basics

    Quick Start Basics What you can do with your CASIO camera Your CASIO camera is packed with a powerful selection of features and functions to make recording of digital images easier, including the following three main functions. Premium Auto Select Premium Auto recording and the...

  • Page 13: First, Charge The Battery Prior To Use

    Note that the battery of a newly purchased camera is not charged. Perform the steps below to load the battery into the camera and charge it. • Your camera requires a special CASIO rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-80) for power. Never try to use any other type of battery.

  • Page 14: Charge The Battery

    To replace the battery Open the battery cover and remove Stopper the current battery. With the monitor screen side of the camera facing upwards, slide the stopper in the direction indicated by the arrow in the illustration. After the battery pops out, pull it the rest of the way out of the camera.
  • Page 15 Connect the USB cable to the camera. The back lamp should USB-AC adaptor light red, indicating that charging has started. The back lamp will go out when charging is complete. [USB/AV] It takes about port 130 minutes to achieve a full charge.
  • Page 16 . To charge using a USB connection to a computer The battery loaded in the camera is charged whenever the camera is connected directly to a computer with the USB cable. • Depending on the setup of your computer, you may not be able to charge the camera’s battery over a USB connection.
  • Page 17 Back Lamp Operation Back lamp Lamp Status Description Lit Red, Charging (Lit/Flashing Amber) Abnormal ambient temperature, Flashing Red charging taking abnormally long, or battery problem (page 114) Off, (Lit Green) Charging complete • The information in parentheses in the above table shows the lamp status while the camera is turned on during charging.
  • Page 18 Checking Remaining Battery Power As battery power is consumed, a battery indicator on the monitor screen indicates remaining power as shown below. Remaining Power High Battery Indicator Indicator Color Cyan * Amber indicates battery power is low. Charge the battery as soon as possible. Recording is not possible when is indicated.

  • Page 19: Configuring Basic Settings The First Time You Turn On The Camera

    Configuring Basic Settings the First Time You Turn On the Camera The first time you load a battery into the camera, a screen appears for configuring the display language, date, and time settings. Failure to set the date and time correctly will cause the wrong date and time data to be recorded with images.

  • Page 20: Preparing A Memory Card

    If you make a mistake configuring display language, date, or time settings with the above procedure, refer to the following pages for information about how to correct the settings. – Display language: Page 102 – Date and time: Page 101 NOTE •...

  • Page 21: To Load A Memory Card

    • Never insert anything besides a supported memory card (page 20) into the memory card slot. • Should water or any foreign object ever get into the card slot, immediately turn off the camera, remove the battery, and contact your retailer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. Quick Start Basics...

  • Page 22: To Format (Initialize) A New Memory Card

    To replace the memory card Press the memory card and then release it. This will cause it to pop out of the memory card slot slightly. Pull the card out the rest of the way and then insert another one. •...

  • Page 23: Turning The Camera On And Off

    Turning the Camera On and Off To turn power on Pressing [ON/OFF] (Power) enters the REC mode so you [ON/OFF] (Power) can record images. Pressing [p] (PLAY) while in the REC mode enters the PLAY mode, which you can use to view snapshots and movies (pages 28, 66).

  • Page 24: Holding The Camera Correctly

    Holding the Camera Correctly Your images will not come out clearly if you move the camera when you press the shutter button. When pressing the shutter button, be sure to hold the camera as shown in the illustration below, and keep it still by pressing your arms firmly against your sides as you shoot.

  • Page 25: To Shoot A Snapshot

    To shoot a snapshot Selecting an Auto Recording Mode You can select one of two auto recording modes (Auto or Premium Auto) according to your digital imaging needs. Auto This is the standard Auto recording mode. With Premium Auto recording, the camera automatically determines whether you are shooting a subject or scenery, and other conditions.

  • Page 26: To Shoot A Snapshot

    To shoot a snapshot Point the camera at the subject. If you are using Premium Auto, text will appear in the lower right corner of the monitor screen describing the type of shot the camera has detected. • You can zoom the image, if you want. w Wide Angle z Telephoto Zoom controller...

  • Page 27: Shooting With Auto

    Continuing to keep the camera still, press the shutter button the rest of the way down. This records the snapshot. Recording a Movie Full-press ] (Movie) Press [0] (Movie) to start movie recording. Press [0] (Movie) again to stop movie recording. See page 46 for details.

  • Page 28: Viewing Snapshots

    Viewing Snapshots Use the following procedure to view snapshots on the camera’s monitor screen. • For information about how to play back movies, see page 66. Turn on the camera and press [p] (PLAY) to enter the PLAY mode. • This will display one of the snapshots currently stored in memory.

  • Page 29: Deleting Snapshots And Movies

    Deleting Snapshots and Movies If memory becomes full, you can delete snapshots and movies you no longer need in order to free up storage and record more images. • In either the REC mode or PLAY mode, you can delete files simply by pressing [ ] (Delete).

  • Page 30: To Delete Specific Files

    To delete specific files Press [ ] (Delete). Use [ ] and [2] to select “Delete Files” and then press [SET]. • This displays a file selection screen. Use [ ], [2], [4], and [6] to move the selection boundary to the file you want to delete, and then press [SET].

  • Page 31: Snapshot Shooting Precautions

    Snapshot Shooting Precautions Operation • Never open the battery cover while the back lamp is flashing green. Doing so can result in the image you just shot being saved incorrectly, damage to other images stored in memory, malfunction of the camera, etc. •...

  • Page 32: Snapshot Tutorial

    Snapshot Tutorial Using the Control Panel The Control Panel can be used to configure camera settings. In the REC mode, press [SET]. [8] [2] [4] [6] Available settings Control Panel [SET] Use [8] and [2] to select the setting you want to change. This will select one of the Control Panel icons and display its settings.

  • Page 33: Changing The Image Size

    NOTE • No icon is displayed for any Control Panel option (page 9) that is set to its initial default (reset) setting. An icon will appear only if you change the setting of the corresponding Control Panel option. The following are the initial defaults for Control Panel options.
  • Page 34 Image Size Selection Tips Note that larger images have more pixels, so they take up more memory space. More detail, but takes up more memory. Best Large Number when you plan to print large-size prints (such of Pixels as A3 size). Less detail, but takes up less memory.

  • Page 35: To Select The Snapshot Image Size

    . To select the snapshot image size In the REC mode, press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select the top Control Panel option (Snapshot Image Size). Use [ ] and [6] to select an image size and then press [SET]. Suggested Image Size Print Size and...

  • Page 36: Specifying Movie Image Quality

    . Specifying Movie Image Quality Movie image quality is a standard that determines the detail, smoothness, and clarity of a movie during playback. Shooting with the high-quality (HD) setting will result in better image quality, but it also shortens the amount of time you can shoot. In the REC mode, press [SET].

  • Page 37: Using Flash

    Using Flash (Flash) In the REC mode, press [2] ( ) once. Flash Use [4] and [6] to select the flash setting you want and then press [SET]. • If there are no indicators on the monitor screen, you can cycle through the flash modes by pressing [2] ( ).
  • Page 38 NOTE • Take care so your fingers and the strap do not block the flash. • The desired effect may not be obtained when the subject is too far away or too close. • Flash charging time (page 129) depends on operating conditions (battery condition, ambient temperature, etc.).

  • Page 39: Using The Self-Timer

    Using the Self-timer (Self-timer) With the Self-timer, pressing the shutter button starts a timer. The shutter is released and the image is shot after a fixed amount of time. In the REC mode, press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select the fourth Control Panel option from the top (Self-timer).

  • Page 40: Using Face Detection

    Using Face Detection (Face Detection) When shooting people, the face detection feature detects the faces of up to eight individuals and adjusts focus and brightness accordingly. In the REC mode, press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select the fifth Control Panel option from the top (Face Detection).

  • Page 41: Shooting Without Disturbing Others

    Shooting without Disturbing Others (Silent Mode) The Silent mode automatically disables flash, mutes operation tones, and configures other settings to avoid disturbing others around you. It comes in handy when shooting in a museum or other areas where flash photograph is prohibited. In the REC mode, press [SET].
  • Page 42 Point the camera at the subject. If the camera detects a human face, it continually focuses on the face (page 40). If the camera does not detect a face, it continually focuses on the center of the screen. • The camera will focus and focus frame will turn green. When you are ready to shoot, press the shutter button.

  • Page 43: Shooting With Zoom

    Use [4] and [6] to change the setting. Setting: Available Options: Image Size ¤* / % / ! Flash > (Auto)* / < (On) / ? (Off) Self-timer • (10-second self-timer) / l* easy Mode k / l* MENU Quality tab/Set Up tab •...

  • Page 44: Optical Zoom And Digital Zoom Switch Point

    NOTE • The higher the digital zoom factor, the coarser the recorded image. Note that the camera also has a function that lets you record using digital zoom without image deterioration (page 45). • Use of a tripod is recommended to protect against image blur due to camera movement when shooting with telephoto.
  • Page 45 • The image deterioration point Image Maximum Undeteriorated depends on the image size (page Size Zoom Factor zoom limit 33). The smaller the image size, the higher the zoom factor you can use before reaching the 50.0X 12.5X image deterioration point. 16:9 •...

  • Page 46: Recording Movie Images And Audio

    Recording Movie Images and Audio To record a movie Configure the quality setting for the movie (page 36). The length of the movie you can record will depend on the quality setting you select. In the REC mode, point the camera Remaining recording time at the subject and then press (page 127)
  • Page 47 NOTE • Spending a long time using movie recording will cause the camera to become slightly warm to the touch. This is normal and does not indicate malfunction. • The camera also records audio. Note the following points when shooting a movie. –...

  • Page 48: Recording Audio Only

    Recording Audio Only (Voice Recording) Voice Recording lets you record audio only, without a snapshot or movie. • For information about Voice Recording capacities, see page 127. In the REC mode, press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select the bottom Control Panel option (BS) and then press [SET] (page 32).

  • Page 49: To Play Back An Audio Recording

    To play back an audio recording In the PLAY mode, use [4] and [6] to display the Voice Recording file you want to play. ` is displayed in place of an image for a Voice Recording file. Press [0] (Movie) to start playback. •...

  • Page 50: Using Best Shot

    Using BEST SHOT What is BEST SHOT? BEST SHOT provides you with a collection of sample “scenes” that show a variety of different types of shooting conditions. When you need to change the setup of the camera, simply find the scene that matches what you are trying to achieve, and the camera sets up for it automatically.
  • Page 51 Press [SET] to configure the camera with the settings for the currently selected scene. This returns to the REC mode. • The settings of the scene you selected remain in effect until you select a different scene. • To select a different BEST SHOT scene, repeat the above procedure from step 1.
  • Page 52 . BEST SHOT Precautions • Some BEST SHOT scenes cannot be used while recording a movie. • For YouTube scene cannot be used while shooting a snapshot. • The Voice Recording scene cannot be used while shooting a snapshot or recording a movie.

  • Page 53: Recording A Self-Portrait

    Recording a Self-portrait With this feature, you can shoot your own self-portrait simply by pointing the camera at your face. BEST SHOT has two self-portrait scenes from which to choose. • Self-portrait (1 person): Shoots when the face of at least one person, including you, is detected.

  • Page 54: Advanced Settings

    Advanced Settings The following are menu operations you can use to configure various camera settings. • REC mode menu contents and operations are different from those in the PLAY mode. This section explains operations using the REC menu screen. See page 70 for information about PLAY menu screen operations.
  • Page 55 NOTE • [ ] (Delete) provides a helpful way to navigate around tabs and menus. – Pressing [ ] (Delete) while a tab is selected will display the viewfinder screen. – Pressing [ ] (Delete) while menu item or setting is selected will “back step” in the following sequence: Settings Menu items Tab.

  • Page 56: Rec Mode Settings

    REC Mode Settings (REC) Selecting a Focus Mode (Focus) Procedure [r] (REC) * [SET] * MENU * REC Tab * Focus • Auto Focus is the only focus mode available while face detection is enabled. To select another focus mode, first turn off face detection (page 40). Focus Mode Approximate Focus Range Settings...
  • Page 57 To focus with manual focus On the monitor screen, compose the image so the subject you want to focus on is within the yellow boundary. Watching the image on the monitor screen use [4] and [6] to adjust focus. • At this time the image that is within the boundary will enlarge and fill the monitor screen, which aids Yellow boundary in focusing.

  • Page 58: Changing The Focus Frame Shape

    Align the monitor screen’s focus frame with the subject you want to focus on and then half-press the shutter button. Keeping the shutter button half-pressed (which maintains the focus setting), move the camera to compose the image. When you are ready to shoot the image, press the shutter button the rest of the way down.

  • Page 59: Using Continuous Shutter

    Using Continuous Shutter (CS) Procedure [r] (REC) * [SET] * MENU * REC Tab * CS While Continuous Shutter is turned on, images are continually recorded until memory becomes full, as long as you keep the shutter button depressed. Releasing the shutter button stops shooting. NOTE •...

  • Page 60: Specifying The Auto Focus Area

    NOTE • Anti Shake is disabled during movie recording. • ISO sensitivity, aperture, and shutter speed do not appear on the monitor screen when you half-press the shutter button while “On” is selected. These values will appear briefly, however, in the preview image that is displayed immediately after you shoot a snapshot.

  • Page 61: Assigning Functions To The [4] And [6] Keys

    Assigning Functions to the [ ] and [ ] Keys (L/R Key) Procedure [r] (REC) * [SET] * MENU * REC Tab * L/R Key You can assign one of the four functions listed below to the [ ] and [ ] keys.

  • Page 62: Configuring Power On Default Settings

    Configuring Power On Default Settings (Memory) Procedure [r] (REC) * [SET] * MENU * REC Tab * Memory When you turn off the camera, it remembers the current settings of all enabled memory items and restores them when you turn it back on. Any memory item that is disabled will be returned to its initial default setting whenever you turn off the camera.

  • Page 63: Image Quality Settings

    Image Quality Settings (Quality) Specifying Snapshot Image Quality (T Quality (Snapshot)) Procedure [r] (REC) * [SET] * MENU * Quality Tab * T Quality (Snapshot) Fine Gives image quality priority. Normal Normal • The “Fine” setting helps to bring out details when shooting a finely detailed image of nature that includes dense tree branches or leaves, or an image of a complex pattern.

  • Page 64: Controlling White Balance

    Controlling White Balance (White Balance) Procedure [r] (REC) * [SET] * MENU * Quality Tab * White Balance You can adjust white balance to match the source of light available where you are shooting and avoid the blue cast that results when shooting outdoors when it is cloudy, and the green cast that results when shooting under fluorescent lighting.

  • Page 65: Specifying Iso Sensitivity

    Specifying ISO Sensitivity (ISO) Procedure [r] (REC) * [SET] * MENU * Quality Tab * ISO ISO sensitivity is a measure of sensitivity to light. Auto Adjusts sensitivity automatically according to conditions. Lower sensitivity Slow shutter speed Less noise ISO 64 ISO 100 ISO 200 ISO 400...

  • Page 66: Viewing Snapshots And Movies

    Viewing Snapshots and Movies Viewing Snapshots See page 28 for the procedure for viewing snapshots. Viewing a Movie Press [p] (PLAY) and then use [4] and [6] to display the movie you want to view. Press [0] (Movie) to start Movie icon: »...

  • Page 67: Zooming An On-Screen Image

    Zooming an On-screen Image In the PLAY mode, use [4] and [6] to scroll through the images until the one you want is displayed. Slide the zoom controller towards z ( ) to Zoom factor zoom. Image area You can use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to scroll the zoomed image on the monitor screen.

  • Page 68: Viewing Snapshots And Movies On A Tv Screen

    Viewing Snapshots and Movies on a TV Screen Use an optionally available AV cable (EMC-7A) to connect it to the TV. AV cable Yellow White Video Audio AUDIO IN jacks (white) [USB/AV] port VIDEO IN jack (yellow) Making sure that the mark on the AV cable connector is towards the lens side, connect the cable to the camera.
  • Page 69 NOTE • Audio is monaural. • Certain TVs may cut off part of the images. • All icons and indicators that appear on the monitor screen also appear on the TV screen. You can use [8] (DISP) to change the display contents. Recording Camera Images to a DVD Recorder or Video Deck Use one of the following methods to connect the camera to the recording device using an optionally available AV cable (EMC-7A).

  • Page 70: Other Playback Functions (Play)

    Other Playback Functions (PLAY) This section explains menu items that you can use to configure settings and perform other playback operations. Using the PLAY Panel Pressing [SET] in the PLAY mode will display the PLAY Panel. . Example PLAY Panel Operation In the PLAY mode, press [SET].
  • Page 71 Displays the PLAY menu. You can perform the following operations on the PLAY menu. Use [4] and [6] to select the tab Tabs where the menu item you want to configure is located. Use [8] and [2] to select the menu item you want, and then press [6].

  • Page 72: Playing A Slideshow On The Camera

    Playing a Slideshow on the Camera (Slideshow) In the PLAY mode, press [SET]. Use [8] and [2] to select the third PLAY Panel item from the bottom (Slideshow) and then press [SET] (page 70). Start Starts the slideshow. Time from the start to the end of the slideshow Time 1 to 5 minutes, 10 minutes, 15 minutes, 30 minutes, 60 minutes Amount of time each image remains displayed...

  • Page 73: Performing Playback Without Disturbing Others

    Performing Playback without Disturbing Others (Silent Mode) The Silent mode turns off camera operation sounds so you can avoid disturbing others around you when play back images. In the PLAY mode, press [SET]. On the PLAY panel (page 70), use [8] and [2] to select the second menu option from the bottom (Silent) and then press [SET].

  • Page 74: Selecting Images For Printing

    Selecting Images for Printing (DPOF Printing) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [SET] * MENU * PLAY Tab * DPOF Printing See page 81 for details. Protecting a File Against Deletion (Protect) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * [SET] * MENU * PLAY Tab * Protect Protects specific files.

  • Page 75: Resizing A Snapshot

    Resizing a Snapshot (Resize) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [SET] * MENU * PLAY Tab * Resize You can reduce the size of a snapshot and save the result as a separate snapshot. The original snapshot is also retained. You can select resize an image to one of three image sizes: 10M, 5M, VGA.

  • Page 76: Adding Audio To A Snapshot

    Adding Audio to a Snapshot (Dubbing) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [SET] * MENU * PLAY Tab * Dubbing You can add audio to a snapshot after you shoot it. You can re-record a snapshot’s audio whenever you want.

  • Page 77: Copying Files

    Voice Recording Playback Controls Fast forward/fast reverse [4] [6] Play/pause [SET] Press [2] and then Volume adjustment press [8] [2]. Display content switching [8] (DISP) Stop playback [0] (Movie) • Audio of an Audio Snapshot also can be played back on a computer with Windows Media Player or QuickTime.

  • Page 78: Printing

    Printing Printing Snapshots Professional Print Service You can take a memory card that contains the images you want to print to a professional print service and have them printed. Printing on a Home Printer Printing Images on a Printer with Memory Card Slot You can use a printer equipped with a memory card slot to print images directly from a memory card.

  • Page 79: Connecting Directly To A Pictbridge Compatible Printer

    Connecting Directly to a PictBridge Compatible Printer You can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports PictBridge and print images without going through a computer. . To set up the camera before connecting to a printer Turn on the camera. Next, press [SET] and then display the REC menu (page 54) or the PLAY menu (page 70).
  • Page 80 . To print Turn on the printer and load paper. Turn on the camera. This will display the print menu screen. Use [8] and [2] to select “Paper Size”, and then press [6]. Use [8] and [2] to select a paper size and then press [SET].

  • Page 81: Using Dpof To Specify Images To Be Printed And The Number Of Copies

    Using DPOF to Specify Images to be Printed and the Number of Copies . Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) DPOF is a standard that allows you to include image type, number of copy, and time stamp on/off information on the memory card with the images. After configuring settings, you can use the memory card to print on a home printer that supports DPOF or take the memory card to a professional print service.
  • Page 82 . Configuring the Same DPOF Settings for All the Images Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [SET] * MENU * PLAY Tab * DPOF Printing * All images Use [8] and [2] to specify the number of copies. You can specify a value up to 99. Specify 00 if you do not want to print the image. •...

  • Page 83: Date Stamping

    . Date Stamping You can use one of the following three methods to include the recording date in the printout of an image. Configuring camera settings Configure DPOF settings (page 81). You can turn date stamping on and off each time you print. You can configure settings so some images include the date stamp and some don’t.

  • Page 84: Using The Camera With A Computer

    Using the Camera with a Computer Things you can do using a computer... You can perform the operations described below while the camera is connected to a computer. Save images to a • Save images and view them manually computer and (USB connection) (pages 86, 90).

  • Page 85: Using The Camera With A Windows Computer

    Using the Camera with a Windows Computer When you want to do Operating System Install this software: this: Version page: Windows 8, Save images to a Windows 7, computer and view Installation not required. Windows Vista, them there manually Windows XP (SP3) Installation not required.

  • Page 86: Viewing And Storing Images On A Computer

    Viewing and Storing Images on a Computer You can connect the camera to your computer in order to view and store images (snapshot and movie files). Never use your computer to modify, delete, move, or rename any image files that are in the camera’s built-in memory or on its memory card. Doing so can cause problems with the camera’s image management data, which will make it impossible to play back images on the camera and can drastically alter remaining memory capacity.

  • Page 87: Your Computer

    Turn off the camera and USB cable USB port then use the USB cable (included with camera) that comes with the camera to connect it to Large connector your computer. • Connecting the camera to a computer with a USB cable starts charging of the camera’s battery (page [USB/AV]...
  • Page 88 Windows 8 users: Click “Documents”. Windows 7, Windows Vista users: Click “Start” and then “Documents”. Windows XP users: Click “Start” and then “My Documents”. • If you already have a “DCIM” folder in “Documents” (Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista) or “My Documents” (Windows XP), the next step will overwrite it.

  • Page 89: Playing Movies

    Playing Movies Windows Media Player, which is already installed on most computers, can be used for movie playback. To play back a movie, first copy the movie to your computer and then double-click the movie file. . Minimum Computer System Requirements for Movie Playback The minimum system requirements described below are necessary to play back movies recorded with this camera on a computer.

  • Page 90: Using The Camera With A Macintosh

    Using the Camera with a Macintosh Operating When you want to do System Install this software: this: page: Version Save images to your Macintosh and view OS X Installation not required. them there manually Save images to your Macintosh Use iPhoto, which comes bundled OS X –...

  • Page 91: Your Macintosh

    . To connect the camera to your computer and save files Turn on the camera. Next, press [SET] and then display the REC menu (page 54) or the PLAY menu (page 70). On the “Set Up” tab, select “USB” and then press [6]. Use [8] and [2] to select “Mass Storage”, and then press [SET].
  • Page 92 Turn on the camera. The camera’s back lamp will light green or amber at this time. In this mode, your Macintosh recognizes the memory card loaded in the camera (or the camera’s built-in memory if it does not have a memory card loaded) as a drive. The appearance of the drive icon depends on the Mac OS version you are using.

  • Page 93: Playing A Movie

    Playing a Movie You can use QuickTime, which comes bundled with your operating system, to play back movies on a Macintosh. To play back a movie, first copy it to your Macintosh and then double-click the movie file. . Minimum Computer System Requirements for Movie Playback The minimum system requirements described below are necessary to play back movies recorded with this camera on a computer.
  • Page 94 After configuring settings, load the Eye-Fi card into the camera and record. Images you record are sent by wireless LAN to your computer, etc. • For full details, see the user documentation that comes with the Eye-Fi card. • Before formatting a new Eye-Fi card to use it for the first time, copy the Eye-Fi Manager install files to your computer.

  • Page 95: Files And Folders

    Files and Folders The camera creates a file and saves it each time you shoot a snapshot, record a movie, or perform any other operation that stores data. Files are grouped by storing them in folders. Each file and folder has its own unique name. •...

  • Page 96: Memory Card Data

    File System (DCF). . About DCF The following operations are supported for DCF-compliant images. Note, however, that CASIO makes no performance guarantees concerning these operations. • Transferring this camera’s DCF-compliant images to another manufacturer’s camera and view them. • Printing this camera’s DCF-compliant images on another manufacturer’s printer.

  • Page 97: Supported Image Files

    . Supported Image Files • Image files shot with this camera • DCF-compliant image files This camera may not be able to display an image, even if it is DCF-compliant. When displaying an image recorded on another camera, it may take a long time for the image to appear on this camera’s monitor screen.

  • Page 98: Other Settings (Set Up)

    Other Settings (Set Up) This section explains menu items that you can use to configure settings and perform other operations in both the REC mode and PLAY mode. See the following for more information. – REC Menu (page 54) – PLAY Menu (page 70) Turning off Eye-Fi Card Communication (Eye-Fi) Procedure [SET] * MENU * Set Up Tab * Eye-Fi...

  • Page 99: Configuring A Startup Image

    Configuring a Startup Image (Startup) Procedure [SET] * MENU * Set Up Tab * Startup Display the image you want to use as your startup image and then select “On”. • The startup image does not appear when you turn on the camera by pressing [p] (PLAY) (page 104).

  • Page 100: Configuring World Time Settings

    Configuring World Time Settings (World Time) Procedure [SET] * MENU * Set Up Tab * World Time You can use the World Time screen to view the current time in a zone that is different from your Home City when you go on a trip, etc. World Time displays the current time in 162 cities in 32 time zones around the globe.

  • Page 101: Time Stamping Snapshots

    Time Stamping Snapshots (Timestamp) Procedure [SET] * MENU * Set Up Tab * Timestamp You can configure the camera to stamp the recording date only, or date and time in the lower right corner of each snapshot. • Once date and time information is stamped into a snapshot, it cannot be edited or deleted.

  • Page 102: Specifying The Date Style

    Specifying the Date Style (Date Style) Procedure [SET] * MENU * Set Up Tab * Date Style You can select from among three different styles for the date. Example: July, 10, 2012 YY/MM/DD 12/7/10 DD/MM/YY 10/7/12 MM/DD/YY 7/10/12 Specifying the Display Language (Language) Procedure [SET] * MENU * Set Up Tab * Language .

  • Page 103: Configuring Sleep State Settings

    Configuring Sleep State Settings (Sleep) Procedure [SET] * MENU * Set Up Tab * Sleep This feature turns off the monitor screen and lights the back lamp (green) whenever no camera operation is performed for a preset period of time. Press any button to turn the monitor screen back on.

  • Page 104: Configuring [R] And [P] Settings

    Configuring [r] and [p] Settings (REC/PLAY) Procedure [SET] * MENU * Set Up Tab * REC/PLAY Camera turns on whenever [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY) is Power On pressed. Camera turns on or off whenever [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY) Power On/Off is pressed.

  • Page 105: Configuring Usb Protocol Settings

    Configuring USB Protocol Settings (USB) Procedure [SET] * MENU * Set Up Tab * USB You can use the procedure below to select the USB communication protocol, which is used when exchanging data with a computer, printer, or other external device. Select this setting when connecting to a computer (pages 86, 91).

  • Page 106: Formatting Built-In Memory Or A Memory Card

    Formatting Built-in Memory or a Memory Card (Format) Procedure [SET] * MENU * Set Up Tab * Format If a memory card is loaded in the camera, this operation will format the memory card. It will format built-in memory if no memory card is loaded. •...

  • Page 107: Appendix

    Appendix Precautions during Use . Avoid Use While In Motion • Never use the camera to record or play back images while operating an automobile or other vehicle, or while walking. Looking at the monitor while in motion creates the risk of serious accident. .
  • Page 108 • Never try to take the camera apart or modify it in any way. Doing so creates the risk of electric shock, burn injury, and other personal injury. Be sure to leave all internal inspection, maintenance, and repair up to your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized service center.
  • Page 109 • The battery is intended for use with a CASIO Digital Camera only. Use with any other device creates the risk of the battery damage, or deterioration of battery performance and service life.

  • Page 110: Battery Life

    • If battery charging does not end normally within the specified charging time, stop charging anyway and contact your local CASIO authorized service center. Continued charging creates the risk of battery overheating, fire, and explosion.

  • Page 111: Data Error Precautions

    . Data Error Precautions Your digital camera is manufactured using precision digital components. Any of the following creates the risk of corruption of data in camera memory. – Removing the battery or memory card while the camera is performing some operation –...

  • Page 112: Caring For Your Camera

    Doing so creates the risk of fire, malfunction, and electric shock. 0 Should the power cord ever become damaged (to the point that internal wires are exposed or cut), immediately contact your original retailer or a CASIO authorized service center to request repair. Continued use of a damaged power cord creates the risk of fire, malfunction, and electric shock.
  • Page 113 Note that CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall not be held liable for use of this product in any way that infringes on the copyrights of others or that violates copyright laws.

  • Page 114: Power Supply

    USB connection. If problems continue to occur after you perform the above steps, it could mean that the battery is faulty. Contact your nearest CASIO authorized service center. Battery Precautions . Precautions during Use •...

  • Page 115: Using The Camera In Another Country

    Using the Camera in another Country . Precautions during Use • The bundled USB-AC adaptor is designed for operation with any power supply in the range of 100V to 240V AC, 50/60Hz. Note, however, that the shape of the power cord plug depends on each country or geographic area. Before taking the camera and USB-AC adaptor along on a trip, check with travel agent about the power supply requirements in your destination(s).
  • Page 116 . Memory Card Handling Precautions • Certain types of memory cards can slow down processing speed. Whenever possible use an Ultra High-Speed Type memory card. Note, however, that not all operations can be guaranteed even if an Ultra High-Speed Type memory card is used.

  • Page 117: Reset Initial Default Settings

    Reset Initial Default Settings The tables in this section show the initial default settings on menus that appear in the REC mode and PLAY mode when you reset the camera (page 106). • A dash (–) indicates an item whose setting is not reset or an item for which there is no reset setting.

  • Page 118: Play Mode

    “Set Up” Tab Eye-Fi Date Style – Startup: Sound 1 / Language – Half Shutter: Sleep 1 min Sound 1 / Auto Power Shutter: Sound 1 / 2 min Sounds Operation: Sound 1 / = Operation: REC/PLAY ...//// / Ü Disabled = Play: ...//// Mass Storage Startup...

  • Page 119: When Things Don't Go Right

    2)The battery may be dead. Charge the battery (page 14). If the battery goes dead soon after being charged, it means the battery has reached the end of its life and needs to be replaced. Purchase a separately available CASIO NP-80 rechargeable lithium ion battery. The camera 1)Auto Power Off may have activated (page 103).
  • Page 120 (page 37) or select a different BEST SHOT scene (page 50). The red ? (Flash The flash unit may be malfunctioning. Contact a CASIO Off) icon is authorized service center or your original retailer. Note that...
  • Page 121 Problem Possible Cause and Recommended Action A recorded image 1)Camera power may have been turned off before the save was not saved. operation was complete, which will result in the image not being saved. If the battery indicator shows , charge the battery as soon as possible (page 18).
  • Page 122 Problem Possible Cause and Recommended Action Playback The color of the Sunlight or light from another source may be shining directly playback image is into the lens when you are shooting. Position the camera so different from what sunlight does not shine directly into the lens. appears on the monitor screen when shooting.
  • Page 123 If the same message appears after you turn power back on, contact your retailer or a CASIO authorized service center. The time and date Load the camera’s battery and reconfigure the time and date settings configured settings (page 19).

  • Page 124: Display Messages

    If the same LENS ERROR message appears after you turn power back on, contact a CASIO authorized service center or your original retailer. Load paper! The printer ran out of paper while printing. Memory is full with images you recorded and/or files saved Memory Full by editing operations.
  • Page 125 Remove the obstruction and turn power back on again. Your camera system is corrupted. Contact your retailer or a SYSTEM ERROR CASIO authorized service center. The LOCK switch of the SD, SDHC, or SDXC LOCK memory card loaded in the camera is in the The card is locked.

  • Page 126: Number Of Snapshots/Movie Recording Time/Voice Recording Time

    Number of Snapshots/Movie Recording Time/ Voice Recording Time Snapshot Approximate SD Memory Card Image Size Built-in Memory Image Quality Image File Recording (Pixels) Recording Capacity Size Capacity Fine 5.57MB 2791 (4608 3456) Normal 3.71MB 4191 Fine 4.92MB 3160 (4608 3072) Normal 3.28MB 4740...

  • Page 127: Voice Recording

    Movies Built-in SD Memory Image File Size of Maximum Approximate Data Memory Card Quality 1-minute File Size Rate (Frame Rate) Recording Recording (Pixels) Movie Capacity Capacity Maximum 30 Megabits/second 17 minutes 10 seconds 225.0 MB (1280 720) Movie Size: (30 frames/second) 9 seconds 4 GB 6 Megabits/second...

  • Page 128: Specifications

    Specifications File Format Snapshots: JPEG (Exif Version 2.3); DCF 2.0 standard; DPOF compliant Movies: Motion JPEG AVI, IMA-ADPCM audio (monaural) Audio (Voice Recording): WAV (monaural) Recording Media Built-in Memory (Image Storage Area: 45.6MB*) SD/SDHC/SDXC * Built-in memory capacity after formatting Recorded Image Sizes Snapshot: 16M (4608...
  • Page 129 Shutter Speed Snapshot (Auto): 1/2 to 1/2000 second Snapshot (Premium Auto): 1/8 to 1/2000 second Snapshot (Night Scene): 4 to 1/2000 second * May differ due to the camera setup. Aperture Value F3.0 (W) to F7.9 (W) (When used with ND filter) * Using optical zoom changes the aperture value.
  • Page 130 Approximate Battery Life All of the values provided below represent the approximate amount of time under normal temperature (23°C (73°F)) before the camera turns off. These values are not guaranteed. Low temperatures shorten battery life. Number of Shots (CIPA) (Operating Time) 230 shots Continuous Playback (Snapshots) 4 hours 10 minutes...
  • Page 131 The power cord set is not supplied. The power cord used must comply with relevant national and/or international standards. Declaration of Conformity According to EU Directive Manufacturer: CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. 6-2, Hon-machi 1-chome, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 151-8543, Japan Responsible within the European Union: CASIO EUROPE GmbH Casio-Platz 1, 22848 Norderstedt, Germany Appendix...
  • Page 132 CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. 6-2, Hon-machi 1-chome Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 151-8543, Japan MA1212-A 2012...

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