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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL...

  • Page 2: Quick Start Check List

    To take a picture, see the basic recording operation section on page 28. To use the flash, see page 31. To playback recorded images, see page 34. To delete an image, see page 36. To connect the camera to a computer to download images, see page 115. CAUTION: when using a Windows 98 or 98SE operating system, the supplied driver software must be installed, see page 116.

  • Page 3: Before You Begin

    BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for purchasing this Konica Minolta digital camera. Please take the time to read through this instruction manual so you can enjoy all the features of your new camera. Check the packing list before using this product. If any items are missing, immediately contact your camera dealer.

  • Page 4: For Proper And Safe Use

    FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE NP-400 LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES This camera operates on a powerful lithium-ion battery. Misuse or abuse of the lithium- ion battery can cause damage or injury through fire, electric shock, or chemical leakage. Read and understand all warnings before using the battery. DANGER •...
  • Page 5 GENERAL PRODUCT WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS Read and understand the following warnings and cautions for safe use of the digital camera and its accessories. WARNING • Only use the battery specified in this manual. • Only use the specified charger or AC adapter within the voltage range indicated on the unit.
  • Page 6 The continued use of a damaged product or part may cause injuries or fire. • Take the product to a Konica Minolta service facility when repairs are required. • Handling the cord on this product may expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
  • Page 7 CAUTION • Do not point a photographic lens directly at the sun. If sunlight is focused on an inflam- mable surface, a fire may result. Replace the lens cap when the lens is not in use. • Do not use or store these products in a hot or humid environment such as the glove compartment or trunk of a car.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Quick start check list ...2 Before you begin ...3 For proper and safe use...4 Names of parts ...14 Camera body...14 Recording mode display...16 Viewfinder...17 Getting up and running...18 Attaching and removing a lens ...18 Attaching the camera strap ...19 Diopter adjustment ...19 Charging the battery...20 Installing and changing the battery ...21...
  • Page 9 Histogram display...35 Deleting single images ...36 Changing the playback display ...37 Enlarged playback...38 Advanced recording ...39 Exposure-mode dial ...39 Digital Subject Programs...40 Auto Recording...41 Program - P ...41 Aperture priority - A ...42 Shutter priority - S ...42 Exposure control range warnings...43 Manual exposure - M ...44 Bulb exposures...45 Exposure lock - AEL button...46...
  • Page 10 White balance...64 Auto white balance ...64 Preset white balance ...65 Custom white balance ...66 Color temperature ...67 A short guide to photography ...68 Light sources and color ...69 What is an Ev? ...69 Recording menu ...70 Navigating the recording menu ...70 Image size and image quality...72 Instant playback ...74 Noise reduction ...74...
  • Page 11 Custom menu ...92 AF / Shutter release priority setup ...93 Focus-hold button setup...94 AEL button setup...94 Control-dial setup ...95 Exposure-compensation setup...95 AF illuminator ...96 Card shutter lock ...96 Lens shutter lock ...96 AF area setup...97 Monitor display setup ...97 Recording display setup ...97 Playback display setup...97 Setup menu ...98 LCD brightness...100...
  • Page 12 CCD plane ...110 Attaching the eyepiece cap...111 Viewfinder accessories ...111 Attaching a remote cord...111 Attaching an accessory flash...112 Flash compatibility ...112 High-Speed Sync. (HSS)...112 PD Flash Adapter PCT-100 ...113 About the battery charger cord...113 Data-transfer mode...114 System requirements...114 Connecting the camera to a computer ...115 Connecting to Windows 98 / 98 second edition ...116 Automatic installation...116 Manual installation ...117...
  • Page 13 Kodak EasyShare software ...132 DiMAGE Master Lite...134 Troubleshooting ...136 Care and storage...139 Camera care...139 Cleaning ...139 Storage ...139 Operating temperatures and conditions ...140 Memory card care and handling...140 Batteries ...140 LCD monitor care ...141 Copyright ...141 Before important events or journeys ...141 Questions and service...141 Technical specifications ...144 Index...

  • Page 14: Names Of Parts

    NAMES OF PARTS CAMERA BODY * This camera is a sophisticated optical instrument. Care should be taken to keep these surfaces clean. Please read the care and storage instructions in the back of this manual (p. 139). 1. Self-timer lamp (p. 51) 2.
  • Page 15 1. Main switch 2. Eyepiece sensors* 3. Viewfinder* (p. 17) 4. Eyepiece cup (p. 111) 5. Accessory shoe 6. Diopter-adjustment dial (p. 19) 7. Function button (p. 56) 8. Exposure-compensation button (p. 48) 9. Drive-mode button (p. 50) 10. Camera-sensitivity (ISO) button (p. 54) 11.

  • Page 16: Recording Mode Display

    RECORDING MODE DISPLAY The recording display shows information on camera operation in panels. The information displayed varies with the functions set. As the camera is rotated to a vertical position, display automatically rotates to compensate for the camera position. 1. Exposure mode / exposure panel 2.

  • Page 17: Viewfinder

    VIEWFINDER Wide focus frame Spot AF area (p. 47) Local focus areas (p. 57) Spot-metering area (p. 59) The spot AF area and local focus areas are illuminated briefly to indicate the point of focus when the focus is locked. 1.

  • Page 18: Getting Up And Running

    GETTING UP AND RUNNING This section covers the preparation of the camera. This includes the changing of batteries, memory cards, and lenses as well as the use of external power supplies. ATTACHING AND REMOVING A LENS This camera uses interchangeable lenses. See page 110 for compatible lenses. Never touch the inside of the camera, especially the lens contacts and mirror.

  • Page 19: Attaching The Camera Strap

    ATTACHING THE CAMERA STRAP Always keep the camera strap around your neck in the event that you drop the camera. 1. Pass the tip of the strap through the camera’s strap eyelet from below. Attach the strap so the tip comes between the strap and the camera. 2.

  • Page 20: Charging The Battery

    CHARGING THE BATTERY Before the camera can be used, the lithium-ion battery must be charged. Before charging the battery, read the safety warnings on page 4 of this manual. Only recharge the battery with the supplied battery charger. The battery should be recharged before each shooting session.

  • Page 21: Installing And Changing The Battery

    INSTALLING AND CHANGING THE BATTERY This digital camera uses one NP-400 lithium-ion battery. Before using the battery, read the safety warnings on pages 4 of this manual. When replacing batteries, the camera should be off. 1. Open the battery-chamber door by sliding the battery-chamber release toward the back of the camera.

  • Page 22: Turning On The Camera

    TURNING ON THE CAMERA Slide the main switch to the on position to turn on the camera. The access lamp glows briefly to indicate the power is on. When the camera is initially turned on, the date and time should be set, see page 26.

  • Page 23: Battery Condition Indicator

    BATTERY CONDITION INDICATOR This camera is equipped with an automatic battery-condition indicator. When the camera is on, the indicator appears on the monitor. The indicator changes from white to red when battery power is low. Not all camera functions are available if battery power is low.

  • Page 24: Inserting And Changing A Memory Card

    INSERTING AND CHANGING A MEMORY CARD Always turn off the camera and confirm the access lamp is not lit before inserting or removing a memory card, otherwise the card may be damaged, and data lost. A memory card must be inserted for the camera to operate. If a card has not been inserted, “----”...
  • Page 25 A memory card used in another camera may have to be formatted before being used. If the card-error message appears, press the central button of the controller to close the window; check the Konica Minolta web site for the latest compatibility information: http://www.konicaminoltasupport.com North America http://www.konicaminolta.us/...

  • Page 26: Setting The Date And Time

    SETTING THE DATE AND TIME After initially inserting a memory card and battery, a message opens requesting that camera’s clock and calendar be set. Images are recorded with the date and time of capture. Depending on the region, the menu language may also have to be set. To change the language, see the setup menu section on pages 98 and 102.

  • Page 27: Basic Recording

    BASIC RECORDING SETTING THE CAMERA TO RECORD IMAGES AUTOMATICALLY HANDLING THE CAMERA Grip the camera firmly with your right hand while supporting the body with the palm of your left hand. Keep your elbows at your side and your feet shoulder-width apart to hold the camera steadily.

  • Page 28: Basic Recording Operation

    BASIC RECORDING OPERATION Place the subject within the focus frame. The subject must be within the focus range of the lens. If using a zoom lens, change the focal length to frame the subject. Press the shutter release button partway down to activate the autofocus and autoexposure systems (1).

  • Page 29: Focus Signals

    FOCUS SIGNALS The viewfinder focus signal indicates the status of the autofocus system. Focusing time can be longer with macro or telephoto lenses, or in low-light conditions. Focus locked. Focus is confirmed (Continuous AF - p. 58). Indicator blinks - cannot focus. The shutter is locked. Focusing (Continuous AF).

  • Page 30: Focus Lock

    FOCUS LOCK Focus signal CAMERA-SHAKE WARNING If the shutter speed falls below the point where the camera can be hand held safely, the camera-shake warning indicator blinks in the viewfinder. Camera shake is slight blurring caused by subtle hand motion and is more pronounced with telephoto lenses than wide angle.

  • Page 31: Using The Built-In Flash

    USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH The built-in flash is designed to be used with lenses with focal lengths from 18mm or longer. When using lenses shorter than 18mm, the corners of the image are not be fully illuminated. The lens hood and certain lenses can cause shadowing, see page 110. The shutter will not release while the flash is charging.

  • Page 32: Anti-Shake System

    ANTI-SHAKE SYSTEM The Anti-Shake system minimizes the affect of camera shake, a slight blurring caused by subtle hand motion. Camera shake is more pronounced at long focal lengths than short ones. Anti-Shake is less effective with moving subjects or when the camera is panned, with shutter speeds of 1/4 second or longer, and short object distances.

  • Page 33: Display Button

    DISPLAY BUTTON Press the display button to switch the monitor display among full, basic, and off. For more on the full display, see page 16. 1. Exposure mode (p. 39) 2. Shutter speed display 3. Aperture display 4. Image-size display (p. 72) 5.

  • Page 34: Basic Playback

    BASIC PLAYBACK Images can be viewed in the playback mode. This section covers the basic playback functions. The playback mode has additional menu functions, see page 82. VIEWING IMAGES Press playback button to activate the playback mode. return to the recording mode, press playback button or the...

  • Page 35: Histogram Display

    HISTOGRAM DISPLAY 1. Image size (p. 72) 2. Image quality (p. 72) 3. Shutter speed 4. Aperture 5. Exposure mode (p. 39) 6. Camera sensitivity (ISO) (p. 54) 7. Histogram 8. Focal length 9. Exposure compensation (p. 48) The dark area of the histogram shows the luminance distribution of the recorded image from black (left) to white (right).

  • Page 36: Deleting Single Images

    DELETING SINGLE IMAGES The displayed image can be deleted. Once deleted, an image cannot be recovered. To delete a displayed image, press the delete button; a confirmation screen opens. Use the left/right keys to highlight “Yes.” “No” cancels the operation. Press the controller to execute the command on the confirmation screen.

  • Page 37: Changing The Playback Display

    CHANGING THE PLAYBACK DISPLAY The display button controls the display format. Each time the button is pressed, the display cycles through to the next format: full display, image only, index playback. The index display can be changed in section 1 of the playback menu. Full display Image only Index playback...

  • Page 38: Enlarged Playback

    ENLARGED PLAYBACK An image can be enlarged for closer examination. The maximum magnification depends on image size from 2.4X for small images to 4.7X for large images. Press the enlarge button to activate enlarged playback. :browse area :browse enlarge ASIC PLAYBACK The controller’s four-way keys scroll the magnified area.

  • Page 39: Advanced Recording

    ADVANCED RECORDING This section contains detailed information on the camera’s recording functions and operation. Read the sections pertaining to your interest and need. Exposure control Auto recording (p. 41) Program exposure (p. 41) Aperture priority (p. 42) Shutter priority (p. 42) Manual exposure (p.

  • Page 40: Digital Subject Programs

    DIGITAL SUBJECT PROGRAMS Digital subject programs optimize the camera’s exposure, white-balance, and image-processing systems for specific conditions and subjects. Simply turn the exposure mode dial to select the appropriate subject program. Portrait - optimized to reproduce warm, soft skin tones and a slight defocusing of the background.

  • Page 41: Auto Recording

    AUTO RECORDING Auto recording is set with the exposure-mode dial. Use this exposure mode when wanting fully-automatic exposure control. Auto recording operates like the program exposure mode, except that when the exposure mode dial is turned to the auto-recording position, recording functions are reset to their default settings.

  • Page 42: Aperture Priority - A

    APERTURE PRIORITY - A Aperture priority is set with the exposure-mode dial (p. 39). The photographer selects the aperture and the camera sets the appropriate shutter speed to ensure correct exposure. Turn the control dial (1) to adjust the aperture in 1/3 Ev increments.

  • Page 43: Exposure Control Range Warnings

    EXPOSURE CONTROL RANGE WARNINGS Auto recording, Program, Digital Subject Programs If the required exposure is beyond the shutter speed and aperture range, the shutter speed and aperture displays blink. In bright conditions, use a neutral density filter on the lens, set a lower camera sensitivity (ISO), or, if using artificial lights, reduce the intensity of the illumination.

  • Page 44: Manual Exposure - M

    MANUAL EXPOSURE - M Manual exposure mode allows individual selection of shutter speeds and apertures. This mode overrides the exposure system giving the photographer control over the final exposure. Bulb exposures can be made, see below. Manual exposure is set with the exposure-mode dial (p.

  • Page 45: Bulb Exposures

    Spot metering area When using flash with manual exposure, the shutter speed cannot exceed the flash-sync speed (p. 42). Flash range is dependent on the aperture (p. 55). BULB EXPOSURES Bulb photographs can be taken in the manual-exposure mode (M). The use of a tripod, remote cord, and eyepiece cap (p.

  • Page 46: Exposure Lock - Ael Button

    EXPOSURE LOCK - AEL BUTTON The AE lock button locks the automatic exposure system without activating the AF system. This function allows the exposure to be set by a gray card or reference target outside the scene. When using flash in the auto recording, P, A, or digital subject program exposure modes, slow-shutter sync is active (p.

  • Page 47: Slow Sync

    The metered area is 1.0Ev less (–) than the locked exposure. The arrow indicates the metered exposure is 2.3Ev more (+) or less (–) than the locked exposure. The blinking arrow indicates the metered exposure is ±2.7Ev or greater than the locked exposure. SLOW SYNC.

  • Page 48: Exposure Compensation

    EXPOSURE COMPENSATION When using auto recording, P, A, and S exposure modes or a digital subject program, the exposure can be compensated. To compensate the ambient exposure, press and hold the exposure-compensation button and turn the control dial; the degree of compensation is displayed on the monitor and viewfinder Ev scales.

  • Page 49: Depth-Of-Field Preview

    Camera Notes Some Konica Minolta lenses are equipped with focus-hold buttons. Section 1 in the custom menu allows the focus-hold button to be used for depth-of-field preview (p. 94). Manual focus indicator...

  • Page 50: Drive Modes

    DRIVE MODES Drive-mode indicator Single-frame and Continuous advance - to take single or multiple images at one time (p. 51). Self-timer - to delay the release of the shutter by 10 or 2 seconds (p. 51). Exposure bracketing - to take a series of 3 images with differing exposure (p.

  • Page 51: Continuous-Advance Notes

    CONTINUOUS-ADVANCE NOTES Continuous-advance mode allows a series of images to be captured while holding down the shutter-release button. The maximum frame rate is 3fps until the camera buffer memory is full. The frame rate after that depends on the writing speed of the memory card.

  • Page 52: Exposure Bracketing Notes

    EXPOSURE BRACKETING NOTES Bracketing is a method of taking a series of images of a static subject in which each image has a slight variation in exposure. Exposure and flash brackets can be made. Bracketing indicator Select continuous-advance bracketing or single-frame advance bracketing and the bracketing increment with the drive-mode selection screen (p.

  • Page 53: White-Balance Bracketing Notes

    Compose the picture as described in the basic recording section (p. 28). As the bracket is made, the index marks disappear from the Ev scale to show the remaining frames. When making a continuous-advance bracket, if the shutter button is release before the bracket is completed, the bracket resets.

  • Page 54: Camera Sensitivity (Iso) And Zone Matching

    CAMERA SENSITIVITY (ISO) AND ZONE MATCHING Camera sensitivity display Sensitivity / Zone Matching :select :enter The auto setting automatically adjusts the camera sensitivity to the light conditions between ISO 100 and 800, and ISO 100 and 400 when using flash. The fixed numerical settings are based on the film ISO equivalent: the higher the number, the more sensitive.

  • Page 55: Camera Sensitivity And Flash Range

    CAMERA SENSITIVITY AND FLASH RANGE A change in camera sensitivity (ISO) affects the flash range. The flash range depends on the aperture used: ISO setting ƒ/2.8 Low80 1.0 ~ 3.8m / 3.3 ~ 12ft. 1.0 ~ 4.3m / 3.3 ~ 14ft. 200 / Hi200 1.0 ~ 6.0m / 3.3 ~ 20ft.

  • Page 56: Function Button

    FUNCTION BUTTON Function indicators AF area Wide AF area :func. :select :enter AF area AF mode Wide AF area Automatic AF :func. :select :enter :func. :select :enter See the following sections for more on each function. The color mode and Digital Effects Control cannot be set when using auto recording or a digital subject program.

  • Page 57: Function Button (P

    AF AREA AF-area modes control which AF areas are used for focus. The modes are selected with the function button (p. 56). The active AF area is indicated on the monitor. Wide AF area - to use the wide focus frames in the viewfinder to focus. See the basic operation section on page 28.

  • Page 58: Af Modes

    AF MODES AF mode Automatic AF :func. :select :enter Single-shot AF - a general purpose autofocusing mode. Its operation is described in the basic recording section. Focus lock is available (p. 30). Automatic AF - this AF mode automatically switches between single-shot AF and continuous AF depending on the subject’s motion.

  • Page 59: Metering Modes

    METERING MODES Metering mode Multi-segment :func. :select :enter Multi-segment metering - the camera’s standard metering mode appropriate for most photographic situations. By combining information on the subject’s distance and position from the autofocus system, this mode is less influenced by spot lighting or backlighting. Center weighted - measures light values over the entire image area with emphasis given the central region.

  • Page 60: Flash Compensation

    FLASH COMPENSATION Flash compensation ±0.0 Ev :func. :adjust :enter –1.0 Ev flash compensation Positive compensation No compensation By decreasing the flash output with a negative Ev setting, the shadows receive less light and are darker, but subtle details in the shadows that would not appear without the flash are apparent.

  • Page 61: Color Mode

    COLOR MODE Color / DEC :func. :select :enter Natural Color - reproduces the colors in the scene faithfully. Natural Plus - increases contrast and acutance. Portrait - optimize for the reproduction of skin tones. Landscape - optimize for daytime outdoor scenery. Sunset - optimize for landscapes at dusk and dawn.

  • Page 62: About Adobe Rgb

    The active mode is displayed on the monitor. When using portrait, landscape, sunset, night view, or night portrait color mode, the use of auto white balance is recommended. About Adobe RGB Adobe RGB has a larger color gamut than the more common sRGB. The size of the gamut limits the colors that can be reproduced;...

  • Page 63: Digital Effects Control (Dec)

    DIGITAL EFFECTS CONTROL (DEC) Color / DEC Saturation :func. :adjust :enter Sharpness Color saturation Contrast Contrast: -2 Sharpness: -2 The Digital Effects Control can make adjustments to the contrast, color saturation, and sharpness of specific color modes. Some color modes use preset Digital Effects Control values, the default positions are indicated by a thick index mark on the scale.

  • Page 64: White Balance

    WHITE BALANCE White balance is the camera’s ability to make different types of lighting appear natural. The active white-balance mode is displayed in the white-balance panel on the monitor. Turn the white-balance dial to the appropriate position. Auto white balance - white balance is set automatically. Preset white balance - to set the white balance to a specific light source.

  • Page 65: Preset White Balance

    PRESET WHITE BALANCE Preset white balance Daylight :select :adjust :enter The up/down controller keys adjust the white balance in seven levels: +3 to –3 (+4 to –2 for fluorescent). Except for fluorescent, the change of one unit is approximately equal to a 10 mired shift.

  • Page 66: Custom White Balance

    CUSTOM WHITE BALANCE Custom-white-balance function allows the camera to be calibrated to a specific lighting condition. With the white balance dial in the custom position, press the white- balance button to open the setting screen. Custom white balance A guidance message appears. If the shutter-release Use spot metering area.

  • Page 67: Color Temperature

    A calibration error may occur under extremely bright light sources, especially with flash units. If an error occurs, a message appears on the monitor and the white-balance indicator is yellow. Repeat the procedure by recalibrating using a gray card as a reference target to reduce the intensity of the illumination.

  • Page 68: A Short Guide To Photography

    A SHORT GUIDE TO PHOTOGRAPHY Photography can be a rewarding pursuit. It is a broad and disciplined field that can take years to master. But the pleasure in making photographs and the joy of capturing a magical moment cannot be compared. The guide is an introduction to some basic photographic principles.

  • Page 69: Light Sources And Color

    LIGHT SOURCES AND COLOR The human eye adapts itself extremely well under different conditions. The paper of this manual you are reading looks white regardless of the type of lighting. Photographic systems are much less flexible. As the light source changes, so does the overall color of a scene - fluorescent office ceiling lights create a green cast to pictures, regular household tungsten light bulbs make everything red.

  • Page 70: Recording Menu

    RECORDING MENU In recording mode, press the menu button to open and close the menu. The four-way keys of the controller move the cursor in the menu. Pressing the central button of the controller enters a setting. NAVIGATING THE RECORDING MENU When the required menu section is displayed, use the up/down key to scroll through the menu options.
  • Page 71 Image size L: 3008x2000 Quality Fine Inst.Playback 2 sec. Noise reductn On Flash mode Fill-flash Flash control ADI flash Bracket order Reset – Camera Notes The control dial moves the cursor left and right in the menus. The menu section memory option in section 3 of the setup menu memorizes the last menu section opened and returns to that section when the menu button is pressed (p.

  • Page 72: Image Size And Image Quality

    IMAGE SIZE AND IMAGE QUALITY Image size and quality are set in section 1 of the recording menu (p. 70). Changes are displayed on the monitor. Image size affects the number of pixels in each image. The greater the image size, the larger the file size.
  • Page 73 The number of images that can be stored on a memory card is determined by the size of the card and the file size of the images. One memory card can contain images of differing sizes and quality. The actual file size is determined by the scene; some subjects can be compressed further than others.

  • Page 74: Instant Playback

    INSTANT PLAYBACK After an image is captured, it can be displayed on the monitors for two, five, or ten seconds before being saved. The last image of a continuous-advance or continous- advance bracketing series is displayed. Instant playback is activated and the length of the playback period is set with the instant-playback option in section 1 of the recording menu (p.

  • Page 75: Flash Modes

    FLASH MODES The flash mode can be changed in section 2 of the recording menu (p. 70). For the flash to fire, the built-in unit must be manually raised; lower the flash to prevent it from firing. The auto-white-balance setting gives priority to the flash’s color temperature.

  • Page 76: Wireless/Remote Flash

    WIRELESS / REMOTE FLASH On-camera flash Wireless/ Remote flash 1. Remove the accessory shoe cap (p. 112) and slide a Program/Maxxum 5600HS(D) or 3600HS(D) flash on the accessory shoe until the safety lock engages. 2. Turn on the camera and flash unit. 3.
  • Page 77 Make sure no objects come between the camera and flash unit. The flash units can be test fired by pressing the AEL button on the camera. AEL button setup in section 1 of the custom menu should be set to one of the hold options. If the flash does not fire, change the camera, flash, or subject position.

  • Page 78: Wireless/Remote Camera And Flash Ranges

    WIRELESS/REMOTE CAMERA AND FLASH RANGES Flash-to-subject distance Specifications with Maxxum / Program flash 5600HS(D) at ISO 100 Camera-to-subject Aperture distance ƒ/2.8 1.4 ~ 5m / 4.6 ~ 16.4ft ƒ/4.0 1 ~ 5m / 3.3 ~ 16.4ft ƒ/5.6 1 ~ 5m / 3.3 ~ 16.4ft Specifications with Maxxum / Program flash 3600HS(D) at ISO 100 ƒ/2.8 1.4 ~ 5m / 4.6 ~ 16.4ft...

  • Page 79: Flash Control

    FLASH CONTROL ADI and pre-flash TTL flash control are available. Flash control is changed in section 2 of the recording menu (p. 70). The flash control used depends on the lens and flash combination. ADI (Advanced Distance Integration) flash metering - combines distance information from D-series lenses with information from a pre-flash exposure.

  • Page 80: Bracketing Order

    BRACKETING ORDER The order in which exposure bracketing frames is captured is selected in section 2 of the recording menu (p. 70). For information on exposure bracketing, see page 52. Normal Under RECORDING MODE RESET The recording mode functions can be reset in section 2 of the recording menu (p. 70). When selected, a confirmation screen appears;...

  • Page 81: About Dimage Master

    ABOUT DiMAGE MASTER The full version of DiMAGE Master gives you all the tools to organize, examine, and process your images. The Organizer window allows you to sort images quickly into four user-defined classifications. Outtakes can easily be hidden from view without the need to delete or remove them from the folder.

  • Page 82: Playback Menu

    PLAYBACK MENU In playback mode, press the menu button to open and close the menu. The four-way keys of the controller move the cursor in the menu. Pressing the central button of the controller enters a setting. NAVIGATING THE PLAYBACK MENU When the required menu section is displayed, use the up/down key to scroll through the menu options.

  • Page 83: Frame-Selection Screen

    Delete – Format – View folder All folders Folder name 100KM028 Lock – Index format 9 frames Slide show – DPOF set – Date imprint Index print – Cancel print – FRAME-SELECTION SCREEN When a marked-frames setting is chosen on a menu, the frame-selection screen appears so multiple files can be selected.

  • Page 84: Delete

    DELETE Deleting permanently erases the image. Once deleted, an image cannot be recovered. Care should be taken when using the delete function. Single, multiple, or all images in a folder can be deleted with the playback menu. Before an image is deleted, a confirmation screen appears;...

  • Page 85: Format

    FORMAT When a memory card is formatted, all data on the card is erased. The formatting function in section 1 of the playback menu is used to erase all data on a memory card. Before formatting a card, copy the data to a computer or storage device. Locking files will not protect them from being deleted when the card is formatted.

  • Page 86: Lock

    LOCK Single, multiple, or all images on the memory card or in a folder specified with the view-folder option can be locked. A locked image cannot be deleted by either the playback menu functions or the delete button. Important images should be locked.

  • Page 87: Index Playback Format

    INDEX PLAYBACK FORMAT The index-format option in section 1 of the playback menu can specify a four, nine, and sixteen image display for index playback (p. 37) and frame-selection screens (p. 83). A file browser can also be used in place of the index playback display mode;...

  • Page 88: Slide Show

    SLIDE SHOW Section 2 of the playback menu starts the slide-show function. This function automatically displays images every five seconds on the card or in the folder specified with the view-folder option in section 1 of the menu. Highlight “Enter” in the slide-show option in section 2 of the playback menu and press the center of the controller to begin the slide-show playback.

  • Page 89: Dpof Setup

    DPOF SETUP The DPOF-set option is used to set an order for standard prints from digital images. Single, multiple, or all images on the memory card or in a folder specified with the view-folder option can be printed (p. 85). DPOF setup has three options: Marked frames - to choose a group of images to be printed or when the number of copies for each image varies.

  • Page 90: Date Imprint

    DATE IMPRINT To print the date of capture with each image with a compatible DPOF printer, turn the menu option on. To cancel date imprint, simply turn the option off. How the date is printed varies with the printer. Not all printers support this function.

  • Page 91: Opening The Custom & Setup Menus

    OPENING THE CUSTOM & SETUP MENUS The custom and setup menus can be accessed from both the recording and playback modes. The buttons in the top right corner of the menus are links to the other camera menus. See page 92 for information on the custom menu and page 98 for the setup menu.

  • Page 92: Custom Menu

    CUSTOM MENU The custom menu controls operation preferences. See page 91 on how to open the custom menu. Press the right controller key to display the settings; the current setting is indicated by an arrow. To return to the menu options, press the left key. Use the up/down key to highlight the new setting.

  • Page 93: Af / Shutter Release Priority Setup

    Priority setup FocusHoldButt. Focus hold AEL button AE hold Ctrl dial set Shutter speed Ambient&flash Exp. comp. set AF illuminator On Shutter lock On: no card Shutter lock On: no lens AF area setup 0.3s. display Monitor disp. Automatic Rec. display Auto rotate Play.

  • Page 94: Focus-Hold Button Setup

    FOCUS-HOLD BUTTON SETUP Some Konica Minolta lenses are equipped with a focus- hold button. The operation of this button can be specified in section 1 of the custom menu (p. 92). This custom function has two options: Focus hold - pressing the focus-hold button on the lens locks the focus.

  • Page 95: Control-Dial Setup

    CONTROL-DIAL SETUP The operation of the control dial in the auto recording, program, and manual exposure modes (p. 39) can be specified in section 1 of the custom menu (p. 92). This custom function has two options: Shutter speed - this is the default setting. Descriptions in the manual are based on this. When using program shift (p.

  • Page 96: Af Illuminator

    AF ILLUMINATOR The built-in flash is used as an AF Illuminator. When the scene is too dark for the camera to focus, raise the built-in flash. It fires a few short bursts to provide light for the camera to focus. When an accessory flash is attached, the flash unit is used as the AF illuminator.

  • Page 97: Af Area Setup

    AF AREA SETUP The spot focus or local AF areas are illuminated when the camera focuses. The illumination period is selected in section 2 of the custom menu (p. 92) between 0.3 seconds and 0.6 seconds. AF area illuminator activation can also be turned off.

  • Page 98: Setup Menu

    SETUP MENU The setup menu controls camera operation. See page 91 on how to open the setup menu. Press the right controller key to display the settings; the current setting is indicated by an arrow. To return to the menu options, press the left key. Use the up/down key to highlight the new setting.
  • Page 99 LCDbrightness – Transfer mode Data storage Video output NTSC Audio signals English Language Date/Time set – File # memory Folder name Std. form Select folder 100KM028 New folder – LCD backlight 5 sec. Power save 3 min. MenuSec.Memory “No” Delete conf. Clean CCD –...

  • Page 100: Lcd Brightness

    LCD BRIGHTNESS Monitor brightness is adjusted in section 1 of the setup menu. Highlight “Enter” and press the central button of the controller to open the LCD brightness setup screen. Brightness is controlled in eleven levels. Use the left/right controller keys to adjust the brightness, the monitor adjusts accordingly.

  • Page 101: Video Output

    VIDEO OUTPUT Camera images can be displayed on a television. The video output can be changed between NTSC and PAL. North America uses the NTSC standard and Europe uses the PAL standard. Check which standard is used in your region to play back images on your television set.

  • Page 102: Audio Signals

    AUDIO SIGNALS When the shutter-release button is pressed partway down, an audio signal gives a positive confirmation the AF system has focused. This signals can be turned off in section 1 of the setup menu (p. 98). LANGUAGE The language used in the menus can be changed. Highlight the current language and press the center of the controller to open the language setup screen.

  • Page 103: Date And Time Setup

    DATE AND TIME SETUP It is important to accurately set the clock. When a still image is recorded, the date and time of the recording are saved with the image and are displayed during playback or can be read with the DiMAGE Master Lite software. When the Date/Time-set option is selected and entered in section 1 of the setup menu, the date/time screen is displayed.

  • Page 104: Folder Name

    100KM028. The first three digits are the folder’s serial number, which increases by one each time a new folder is created. The next two letters refer to Konica Minolta, and the last three numbers indicate the camera used; 028 indicates a Maxxum/Dynax 5D.

  • Page 105: New Folder

    NEW FOLDER This allows the creation of new folders. The folder-name option in section 2 of the setup menu specifies the folder- name format. If multiple date-format folders are created, only the last folder can be used for storing images. Highlight “Enter”...

  • Page 106: Menu Section Memory

    MENU SECTION MEMORY The camera can remember which menu section was last opened. If the menu section memory function is on, when the menu button is pressed, the last menu section that was last displayed is opened. When menu section memory is off, section 1 of the recording or playback menu is displayed when the menu button is pressed.
  • Page 107 The battery should be fully charged before cleaning the CCD. If battery power is low, this function cannot be used. The use of the optional AC adapter is recommended over the use of the battery. Cleaning the CCD without sufficient power will cause permanent damage.

  • Page 108: Reset Default

    RESET DEFAULT This option resets all camera modes and menus. When selected, a confirmation screen appears; choosing “Yes” resets the following functions and settings, “No” cancels the operation. Recording and Playback mode Recording display Playback display Drive mode Exposure compensation Flash compensation Camera sensitivity AF area...
  • Page 109 Playback menu View folder Index format Date imprint Custom menu AF/Shutter-release priority setup Focus-hold button setup AEL button setup Control-dial setup Exposure compensation setup AF illuminator Card shutter lock Lens shutter lock AF area setup Monitor display setup Recording display setup Playback display setup Setup menu LCD brightness...

  • Page 110: Accessory Notes

    Please read it in its entirety to achieve the best results with your camera. LENS COMPATIBILITY All Konica Minolta AF lenses are compatible with this camera. MD and MC series lenses cannot be used. For our current line of lenses, contact your Konica Minolta dealer.

  • Page 111: Attaching The Eyepiece Cap

    These accessories are mounted on the viewfinder frame as described above. For more information on these and other accessories, contact your Konica Minolta dealer. ATTACHING A REMOTE CORD The optional remote cords (RC-1000S or RC-1000L) can be used to reduce vibrations from touching the camera during long exposures.

  • Page 112: Attaching An Accessory Flash

    ATTACHING AN ACCESSORY FLASH UNIT To extend the versatility of the camera, an accessory flash unit (sold separately) can be used. Always remove the accessory flash when the camera is not in use, and replace the accessory-shoe cap to protect the contacts. Slide the accessory-shoe cap off as shown.

  • Page 113: Pd Flash Adapter Pct-100

    PC FLASH ADAPTER PCT-100 The PC Flash Adapter PCT-100 allows a studio or location flash system to be connected to the camera with a standard PC cord. The adapter is compatible with both center positive (normal polarity) and center negative (positive polarity) flash units with a voltage of 400V or lower.

  • Page 114: Data-Transfer Mode

    Macintosh OS 9.0 ~ 9.2.2 and Mac OS X 10.1.3 ~ 10.1.5, 10.2.1 ~ 10.2.8, 10.3 ~ 10.3.9, 10.4 ~ 10.4.1 Compatibility with Windows XP is with the home or professional editions only. Check the Konica Minolta web site for the latest compatibility information: North America: http://www.konicaminolta.us/ Europe: http://www.konicaminoltasupport.com...

  • Page 115: Connecting The Camera To A Computer

    CONNECTING THE CAMERA TO A COMPUTER A fully charged battery should be used when the camera is connected to a computer. The AC adapter (sold separately) is recommended over the use of batteries. For users with Windows 98, read the section on how to install the necessary driver before connecting the camera to a computer.

  • Page 116: Connecting To Windows 98 / 98 Second Edition

    CONNECTING TO WINDOWS 98 / 98 SECOND EDITION The driver needs only to be installed once. If the driver cannot be installed automatically, it can be installed manually with the operating system’s add-new-hardware wizard; see the instructions on the following page. During installation, if the operating system requests the Windows 98 CD-ROM, inset it into the CD-ROM drive and follow the accompanying instructions on the screen.

  • Page 117: Manual Installation

    Manual installation To install the Windows 98 driver manually, follow the instructions in the connecting-the-camera-to-a- computer section on page 115. When the camera is plugged into the computer, the operating system will detect the new device and the add-new-hardware-wizard window opens. Place the Digital Camera Software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 118 The add new hardware wizard confirms the location of the driver. One of three drivers may be located: MNLVENUM.inf, USBPDR.inf, or USBSTRG.inf. The letter designating the CD-ROM drive varies between computers. Click “Next” to install the driver in the system. The last window confirms the driver has been installed.

  • Page 119: Auto Power Save (Data-Transfer Mode)

    Unplug the USB cable and turn off the camera. Remake the USB connection by reattaching the cable and turning the camera on. Konica Minolta History On February 20th, 1962, John Glenn became the first American to orbit the Earth. On board his Friendship 7 spacecraft was a Minolta Hi-matic camera to record that historic event.

  • Page 120: Memory Card Folder Organization

    MEMORY CARD FOLDER ORGANIZATION Once the camera is connected to the computer, image files can be accessed by double clicking on icons. Image folders are located in the DCIM folder. To copy images, simply drag and drop the file icon into a location in the computer.
  • Page 121 Image file names begin with “PICT” followed by a four-digit file number and a mrw, jpg, jpe, or thm extension. The thumbnail images (thm) are used in camera and DiMAGE Master Lite operation. If a RAW or JPEG image uses the Adobe RGB color mode without an embedded profile, the file name begins with “_ICT.”...

  • Page 122: Disconnecting The Camera From The Computer

    DISCONNECTING THE CAMERA FROM THE COMPUTER Never disconnect the camera when the access lamp is lit - the data or memory card may permanently be damaged. WINDOWS 98 / 98 SECOND EDITION Confirm the access lamp is not lit. Turn off the camera and then disconnect the USB cable.

  • Page 123: Macintosh

    When more than one external device is connected to the computer, repeat the procedure above except right click on the unplug-or-eject-hardware icon to open the unplug-or- eject-hardware window. The hardware devices connected to the system are displayed. Click the display-device-components check box. Highlight the device to be stopped by clicking on it then click “Stop.”...

  • Page 124: Changing The Memory Card (Data-Transfer Mode)

    CHANGING THE MEMORY CARD (DATA-TRANSFER MODE) Care should be taken when changing memory cards while the camera is attached to the computer. Data could be lost or damaged if the camera is not properly disconnected. Always confirm the access lamp is out before removing the memory card.

  • Page 125: Removing The Driver Software - Windows

    Click on the locations to display the files. The driver should be indicated with Konica Minolta, the camera name, or “USB Mass Storage Device.” Under certain conditions, the driver name may not contain these names.

  • Page 126: Pictbridge

    PICTBRIDGE Confirm the transfer-mode option in section 1 of the setup menu is set to PTP. Connect the camera to a PictBridge compatible printer using the camera’s USB cable. The larger plug on the cable is connected to the printer. Slide the card-slot door toward the back of the camera to release the safety catch and open.

  • Page 127: Notes On Printing Errors

    The number of prints in the print run are displayed as well as the print parameters selected with the menu. See the menu navigation section for more information (p. 128). Press the central button of the controller to begin printing, or press the menu button to return to the PictBridge screen.

  • Page 128: Navigating The Pictbridge Menu

    NAVIGATING THE PICTBRIDGE MENU Pressing the menu button opens and closes the menu. The four-way keys of the controller and the control dials move the cursor in the menu. Pressing the central button of the controller enters a setting. The options that can be changed vary with the printer. Use the up/down key to scroll through the menu options.

  • Page 129: Batch Print

    Batch print – Index print – Index to menu functions Batch print, 129 Data print, 131 DPOF print, 131 Batch print Batch print in section 1 selects all still images on the memory card for printing. Two options are available: All-frames - to print all images on the card.

  • Page 130: Paper Size

    Paper size The paper size of the print can be specified in section 2 of the PictBridge menu. The printer-setup option uses the size set with the printer. Highlight the current size setting in the menu and press the central button of the controller to open the paper-size screen.

  • Page 131: Print Quality

    Print quality The print quality can be set in section 2 of the PictBridge menu. The printer-setup option uses the quality set with the printer. The fine quality can be specified with the camera. Data print Data can be printed with the image in section 2 of the PictBridge menu. The printer-setup option uses the options set with the printer.

  • Page 132: Kodak Easyshare Software

    Kodak EasyShare software The all-in-one digital photography software solution gives you an effortless way to organize, print, and share your pictures. Organize your pictures Kodak EasyShare software automatically organizes your pictures so you can find and view them quickly. Or create custom albums and sort pictures your own way. Create beautiful prints Turn your digital pictures into great prints with no hassles –...
  • Page 133 1.Close all software applications that are open on you computer (including antivirus software). 2.Place the Digital Camera Software CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. 3.Install the software: Windows OS-based computer – The launcher appears. Click the install Kodak EasyShare software button to begin the installation routine. If the install window does not appear, see software notes below.

  • Page 134: Dimage Master Lite

    DiMAGE Master Lite DiMAGE Master Lite is your entrance into digital imaging. Image-processing tools Color, contrast, saturation, and sharpness can be optimized to bring out the best in your images. Advanced RAW image processing for specific model DiMAGE cameras ensures high-quality results. Image information Detailed information on how and when the image was recorded as well as file specifications can be viewed.
  • Page 135 For a complete description of DiMAGE Master Lite, refer to the pdf manual on the supplied DiMAGE Instruction Manual CD-ROM. The manual is located in the manual folder on the CD-ROM and organized in language folders. Copy the file to your computer for reference.

  • Page 136: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING The section covers minor problems with basic camera operation. For major problems or damage to the camera or charger, or if a problem continues to reoccur frequently, contact a Konica Minolta service facility. Problem Symptom Nothing displayed on monitor.
  • Page 137 Problem Symptom Focus signal is blinking. Pictures are not sharp. Pictures are taken indoors or in low-light situations without flash. While using flash, the The subject is beyond the pictures are flash range (p. 55). too dark. A shadow Lens hood appears on mounted when the bottom of...
  • Page 138 Turn the camera off and on. If CCD setup error. Konica Minolta service facility. Folder is not selected with the view-folder option in section 1 of the playback menu.

  • Page 139: Care And Storage

    CARE AND STORAGE Read this section in its entirety to get the best results from your camera. With proper care, your camera will provide years of service. CAMERA CARE • Do not subject the camera to shock or impact. • Turn off the camera when transporting. •...

  • Page 140: Operating Temperatures And Conditions

    • A special built-in battery supplies power to the clock and memory when the camera is exhausted or removed. If the camera resets each time the battery is removed, the battery is exhausted. It must be replaced at a Konica Minolta service facility. ARE AND STORAGE...

  • Page 141: Lcd Monitor Care

    BEFORE IMPORTANT EVENTS OR JOURNEYS • Check the camera’s operation; take test pictures and purchase spare batteries. • Konica Minolta has no responsibility for any damage or loss incurred by equipment malfunction. QUESTIONS AND SERVICE •...
  • Page 142 Conformité Européenne (European Conformity). FCC Compliance Statement Declaration on Conformity Responsible Party: Konica Minolta Photo Imaging U.S.A. Inc. Address: 725 Darlington Avenue, Mahwah, NJ 07430 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two condi- tions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any inter- ference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 143 For EU member states only This symbol means: Do not dispose of this product together with your household waste. Please refer to the information of your local community or contact our dealers regarding the proper handling of end-of-life electric and electronic equipment. Recycling of this product will help to conserve natural resources and prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health caused by inappropriate waste handling.

  • Page 144: Technical Specifications

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Number of effective pixels: CCD: Camera sensitivity (ISO): Aspect ratio: A/D conversion: Autofocusing system: AF sensitivity range: Meter: Metering range: Shutter: Flash guide number: Flash sync.: Flash coverage: Built-in flash recycling time: Viewfinder: Field of view: Eye relief: Viewfinder magnification: Monitor LCD: Recording media:...
  • Page 145 Battery: Optional power source: Battery performance (recording): Approx. number of recorded images: 550 frames. Dimensions: Weight: Operating temperature: Lithium-ion Battery Charger BC-400 Input voltage: Weight: Dimensions: Lithium-ion Battery NP-400 Voltage: Weight: Dimensions: Specifications are based on the latest information available at the time of printing and are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 146: Index

    INDEX Access lamp, 22, 24, 122, 124 Accessories AC adapter, 22 Flash, 79, 112, 113 Remote cord, 111 Viewfinder, 59 ADI metering, 79 Adobe RGB, 62, 88, 120, 126 AF areas, 17, 56, 57 AE lock button, 46, 94 AF illuminator, 96 AF / MF switch, 49 AF modes, 56, 58 AF / Shutter release priority, 93...
  • Page 147 ƒ-number, 55 Focus-area selection, 57 Focus-hold button, 94 Focus lock, 30 Focus signal, 27, 28, 29 Folder Delete, 87 Organization, 120 Name, 85, 104 New, 105 Select, 104 View, 85 Formatting, 25, 85 Frame counter, 16, 73 Frame-selection screen, 83 Frames-remaining counter, 17 High speed sync.
  • Page 148 © 2005 Konica Minolta Photo Imaging, Inc. under the Berne Convention and the Universal Copyright Convention. 9222-2186-11 MY-A506 Printed in Malaysia...

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