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Minolta Dimage RD 3000 Instruction Manual

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Thank you for purchasing the Minolta Dimâge RD 3000. Your new megapixel camera
is a compact and lightweight, interchangeable lens SLR type digital still camera.
Using revolutionary technology, your camera produces high-quality, high-resolution
images quickly and easily. New and extraordinary features expand your image-
capturing horizons.
• 2.7 million pixel dual CCD image sensor.
• Interchangeable lenses – cover focal lengths from 25 to 360 mm (35mm format equivalent).
• CompactFlash™ card removable media storage – so there is no limit on how many shots you can take.
• 2-inch colour LCD monitor – review images instantly.
• Real-time OS and multi-tasking speeds up image processing time.
• Prism-based infrared filtering – does not reduce the CCD's visible light sensitivity.
• Video-output – view camera images on the television.
• Sturdy, compact, lightweight body.
• Continuous drive mode – capture up to 5 frames at 1.5 frames per second with one press of the shutter-
release button.
• PC terminal for sync-cord flash units.
• SCSI connector – a fast and convenient way to hook up directly to the computer.
• Uses AA-size NiMH batteries.
Please take the time to read through this instruction manual so you can enjoy all of its
features.
For information on installing and operating the included software, please read the
accompanying software instruction manual.
This manual contains information regarding products introduced before Jul., 1999. To
obtain compatibility information for products released after this date, contact a Minolta
Service Facility listed on the back cover of this manual.
Digital Camera: Dimâge RD3000
Tested To Comply
With FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Do not remove the ferrite cores from the cables.
• Digita™ and the Digita™ logo are licensed trademarks or registered trademarks of FlashPoint Technology
Inc. in the U.S. and other countries.
• Other company names and product names are the trademarks and registered trademarks of their respective
companies.
This mark on your camera certifies that this camera meets the
requirements of the EU (European Union) concerning interfer-
ence causing equipment regulations. CE stands for Conformité
Européenne (European Conformity).
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Tested by the Minolta Corporation
101 Williams Drive, Ramsey, New Jersey 07446, U.S.A.
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  • Page 1 Thank you for purchasing the Minolta Dimâge RD 3000. Your new megapixel camera is a compact and lightweight, interchangeable lens SLR type digital still camera. Using revolutionary technology, your camera produces high-quality, high-resolution images quickly and easily. New and extraordinary features expand your image- capturing horizons.

  • Page 2: For Proper And Safe Use

    FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE CUTIONS FOR SAFE USE OF DIGITAL CAMERA RD3000. Use caution, accidents may occur when using this product near young children. Keep batteries or things that could be swallowed away from young children. Contact a doctor immediately if an object is swallowed.

  • Page 3: Before You Begin

    Thank you for purchasing the Minolta Dimâge RD 3000. Your new megapixel camera is a compact and lightweight, interchangeable lens SLR type digital still camera. Using revolutionary technology, your camera produces high-quality, high-resolution images quickly and easily. New and extraordinary features expand your image- capturing horizons.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE ....... . BEFORE YOU BEGIN ........TABLE OF CONTENTS .
  • Page 5 RECORDING BASIC OPERATION ......... 36 Taking Pictures in Automatic Mode .
  • Page 6 ADDITIONAL FEATURES ........58 White Balance .
  • Page 7 PLAY VIEWING IMAGES ......... . 88 Viewing Full Screen .

  • Page 9: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION...

  • Page 10: Names Of Parts

    NAMES OF PARTS CAMERA BODY Drive-mode button Counter button White-balance button Shutter-release button Exposure-mode button Dial Lens mount* Quality-select button Remote-control receiver Connector cover Self-timer lamp Strap eyelet Mirror* White balance sensor* Lens release *Do not touch.
  • Page 11 NAMES OF PARTS Accessory shoe SPOT button Data panel* Viewfinder* Control dial BUSY lamp Program-reset button Strap eyelet LCD Monitor* Quick View button Control dial lock button SET button DC terminal* MENU button button...

  • Page 12: Left Side Of Body

    LEFT SIDE OF BODY With connector cover open BOTTOM OF BODY Battery-chamber cover NAMES OF PARTS Diopter-adjustment dial Card-chamber door Clock battery cover PC terminal Manual fill-flash button Exposure-compensation button Video-out terminal SCSI connector Strap eyelet Tripod socket...

  • Page 13: Data Panel

    NAMES OF PARTS DATA PANEL The following diagram shows all items displayed to aid the explanation. Manual-focus indicator White balance indicators Flash-compensation indicator Exposure-compensation Shutter-speed/ indicator Message display Aperture/Exposure- compensation display Battery-condition indicator Exposure mode indicators Self-timer indicator Remote-control indicator Image quality indicators Frame counter...

  • Page 14: Viewfinder

    VIEWFINDER The following diagram shows all items displayed to aid the explanation. Focus frame NAMES OF PARTS Spot metering frame Focus signals Flash-compensation indicator Flash signals Flash-on indicator “Please wait” mark Spot metering indicator Aperture/Exposure- compensation display Exposure-compensation indicator Shutter-speed display...
  • Page 15 Please wait mark EXTINGUISHED Focus signals BLINKING Flash-on indicator , Flash signals BLINKING (AFTER TAKING PHOTO) NAMES OF PARTS WAIT. SHUTTER LOCKED. READY TO SHOOT. IN FOCUS. IN FOCUS. FOCUS CHANGES WITH MOVEMENT OF SUBJECT. FOCUSING. SHUTTER LOCKED. NOT FOCUSED. SHUTTER LOCKED. READY FOR FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY.

  • Page 16: Getting Started Right Away

    GETTING STARTED RIGHT AWAY PREPARATION Insert the batteries or connect the AC adapter (see pages 22, 25). Attach the lens (see page 26). Insert the compact flash card (see page 32).

  • Page 17: Recording

    GETTING STARTED RIGHT AWAY RECORDING Turn the Control dial to REC Press the Program-reset button. • This puts the camera in full-auto mode. Frame the image in the viewfinder. • Place the focus frame on your subject. Press the shutter-release button partway down.

  • Page 18: Play

    GETTING STARTED RIGHT AWAY PLAY DELETING IMAGES Turn the Control dial to PLAY. Press the scroll through the images. Turn the Control dial to PLAY. Select the desired image. • Press the button until the image appears in the LCD monitor. Press the MENU button.
  • Page 19 GETTING STARTED RIGHT AWAY Press the DELETE is highlighted. Press the SET button. Press the DELETE is highlighted. Press the SET button. • A confirmation screen will appear. Press the highlighted. Press the SET button. • The LCD monitor will return to the PLAY screen after the image is deleted.

  • Page 20: Preparation

    HOLDING STRAP Use the Holding Strap HC-RD1 for a more secure grip on the camera. ATTACHING THE HOLDING STRAP PREPARATION Pass the short tip of the holding strap through the camera’s upper strap eyelet, then through the strap eyelet on the holding strap. Pass the long tip of the holding strap through the camera’s bot- tom eyelet, then through the...
  • Page 21 PREPARATION • The holding strap may be fitted to three locations on this camera. Use the strap eyelet at the left side of the back of the camera when attaching the camera neck strap or wide strap (available separately) designed for Minolta single-lens reflex (SLR) cameras.

  • Page 22: Inserting Batteries

    INSERTING BATTERIES Fully charge all four of the supplied NiMH batteries before use. • To prevent damage to the cover, do not set the camera down on a surface with the cover open. PREPARATION Using a coin or similar object, turn the battery-chamber lock counter-clockwise.

  • Page 23: Low Battery Warning

    LOW BATTERY WARNING Your camera is equipped with an automatic battery-condition indicator. Full-Battery symbol turned on, the battery-condition indicator will briefly appear in the data panel. power is full. Blinking low battery tions are operational. The battery will have to be replaced very soon.

  • Page 24: Auto Power Off

    PREPARATION AUTO POWER OFF Control Dial set to PLAY To save power, the LCD monitor will shut down after approximately 10 minutes if the camera is not used (unless the camera is connected to the PC). Press the Quick View button to switch on the monitor again.

  • Page 25: Using The Ac Adapter(Ac-2)

    Use of the AC adapter is recommended to conserve batteries during periods of heavy use. It is also recommended when interfacing the camera with the computer. Always turn the Control Dial to OFF, and switch the digital camera power supply off, before changing from batteries to AC adapter or vice versa.

  • Page 26: Attaching And Removing The Lens

    ATTACHING AND REMOVING THE LENS ATTACHING THE LENS • Do not insert the lens at an angle. • Do not press the lens release when attaching the lens. PREPARATION Remove the camera body cap and rear lens cap as shown. Align the red mounting dot on the lens with the red dot on the mount.

  • Page 27: Removing The Lens

    REMOVING THE LENS • Do not force the lens if it does not turn smoothly. • Do not touch the inside of the camera, especially the lens contact and mirror. • Remove dust, dirt, and moisture from the lens mount area before attaching or removing a lens.

  • Page 28: Setting The Date/Time

    SETTING THE DATE/TIME This camera records the date and time an image was captured. For your reference, set the date and time for accuracy. PREPARATION With the Control dial lock button pushed in the the Control dial to the right to the PLAY position.
  • Page 29 PREPARATION Press the SET button as many times as required to highlight the value to be changed. • Press the SET button repeatedly to move the highlight to year hour Press the the setting. Once the Minute value has been changed, press the SET button.
  • Page 30 PREPARATION Press the highlight the desired date format. Press the SET button. • The LCD monitor returns to [1]. Press the light END on the DATE menu, and press the SET button. • The LCD monitor returns to [1]. The clock backup battery is low if the item at left appears on the data panel.

  • Page 31: Diopter Adjustment

    DIOPTER ADJUSTMENT If you are near or far sighted, you can use this control to adjust the eyepiece for your eyesight. The diopter adjustment range is from -4 to +2 dioptres. ADJUSTING THE DIOPTER PREPARATION Remove the lens (see page 27), and direct the camera body towards the light.

  • Page 32: Compact Flash Card

    COMPACT FLASH CARD Your camera requires a compact flash card to be inserted before capturing images. • Always ensure that the BUSY lamp is extinguished or not blinking before inserting or removing the compact flash card from the camera. • The data in the card will be lost, or the card itself may be damaged, if the compact flash card is removed while the BUSY lamp is lit.

  • Page 33: Removing The Compact Flash Card

    REMOVING THE COMPACT FLASH CARD PREPARATION Open the card-chamber door. Press the card-release button to eject the card. Pull the memory card straight out. Close the card-chamber door after removing the card.

  • Page 35: Recording

    RECORDING...

  • Page 36: Basic Operation

    TAKING PICTURES IN AUTOMATIC MODE Full Auto mode is the camera’s standard operating mode and is suited for use in almost any situation. When the Program-reset button is pressed, the camera is returned to fully-automatic operation. See page 72. BASIC OPERATION With the Control dial lock button pushed in the the Control dial to REC or...
  • Page 37 BASIC OPERATION SAVING IMAGES BUSY LAMP DATA PANEL Press the shutter-release button all-the-way down to take the pic- ture. • The images taken are saved to the compact flash card when photography is complete. While the images are being saved to the compact flash card the BUSY lamp is lit, and the frame counter on the data panel blinks.

  • Page 38: Selecting The Record Setting

    BASIC OPERATION SELECTING THE RECORD SETTING This camera has two settings for recording. Images are saved in the compact flash card as they are taken, without being displayed on the LCD monitor. Use this mode to take large numbers of images when the light source and the pho- tography conditions are relatively stable.

  • Page 39: Quick View

    QUICK VIEW The quick view button allows you see a preview of the captured image after it has been recorded. BASIC OPERATION In REC, take the picture. Wait until the image has been written to the compact flash card. • The busy lamp and the counter display in the data panel will stop blinking.

  • Page 40: Image Quality Selection

    IMAGE QUALITY SELECTION This digital camera supports four image quality modes – super-fine (SUPER FINE), fine (FINE), standard (STD.), and economy (ECON.). Image quality is related to the rate of compression of the image. The rate of compres- sion increases, and image quality decreases, in the order super-fine dard economy.
  • Page 41 • Image quality may be changed while the capacity of CF card remains. One compact flash card may contain images of various image qualities. • The image quality cannot be changed while the images are being saved to the compact flash card. •...

  • Page 42: Focus Details

    FOCUS SIGNALS When the camera is set to autofocus (AF) mode, pressing the shutter-release button partway down will activate the autofocus system and one of the signals below will appear at the base of the viewfinder. In autofocus mode, the shutter will not release until the focus is confirmed.

  • Page 43: Special Focusing Situations

    SPECIAL FOCUSING SITUATIONS In situations like those described below it may be difficult or impossible for the camera to focus accurately; you may need to use focus hold, direct-manual focus, or manual focus. FOCUS DETAILS If two subjects at different dis- tances overlap in the focus frame [ ].

  • Page 44: Focus Hold

    FOCUS HOLD Focus hold should be used when you want to take a picture with your subject outside the focus frame [ ] or when autofocus is difficult to confirm. • Focus hold can only be used when FOCUS DETAILS Center your subject in the focus frame [ ] and press the shutter- release button partway down.

  • Page 45: Direct Manual Focus (Dmf)

    DIRECT MANUAL FOCUS (DMF) DMF lets you adjust the focus manually without taking the camera out of autofocus mode. • This function cannot be used on lenses without a focusing ring. • Turning the focus ring will not change the focus unless the shutter button is pressed lightly at the same time.

  • Page 46: Manual Focus

    MANUAL FOCUS When autofocus is not suitable and focus hold is not possible, focus the lens manual- ly. The autofocus system will monitor focus and indicate when a subject in the focus frame [ ] is in focus. • will appear in the viewfinder to indicate when the subject in the focus frame is in focus.

  • Page 47: Exposure

    EXPOSURE EXPOSURE COMPENSATION This function lets you compensate exposure up to +/- 3 EV in 1/2 EV increments in situations where the camera’s metering system may not be able to accurately deter- mine exposure. More exposure is recommended for very bright scenes, such as snow or beach scenes.
  • Page 48 EXPOSURE Press and hold the exposure- compensation button, then turn the front dial until the compensa- tion value you want appears in the data panel. Release the exposure-compensa- tion button to enter the setting. • will remain in the data panel and viewfinder as a reminder that exposure compensation is set.

  • Page 49: Spot Metering

    SPOT METERING The standard metering mode for this camera uses a fourteen segment honeycomb pattern metering system to determine the correct exposure. When the exposure needs to be set according to a very small part of the scene, spot metering lets you use a single metering segment to determine correct exposure. When selected, only the center segment of the honeycomb pattern is used to read the brightness of the subject in the spot circle in the center of the viewfinder.
  • Page 50 • Press and hold the SPOT button to take pictures continuously with the same exposure. • When the flash is used ( button will result in the slow-shutter sync facility being set (see page 82). • When the icon blinks the subject is either too bright or too dark for the metering range, and the correct exposure will not be possible.

  • Page 51: Exposure Modes

    EXPOSURE MODES This camera has four different exposure modes: Aperture-priority, Shutter-priority, Manual, and Program. The exposure modes allow you to tailor the degree of camera control needed to capture the desired image. MODE Program Exposure Mode Aperture Priority Mode Shutter Priority Mode Manual Exposure P MODE –...

  • Page 52: A Mode - Aperture Priority

    A MODE – APERTURE PRIORITY In A mode, you select the aperture and the camera automatically sets the shutter speed required for proper exposure. A mode should be used when you want to control the range of sharpness (depth-of-field) in an image. EXPOSURE In REC or the MODE button.
  • Page 53 • With photography in the A mode, image quality may be degraded at shutter speeds slower than 1/2 second. • To end photography in the A mode, repeat the operation described on the previous page to display P on the data panel, or press the Program-reset button. •...

  • Page 54: S Mode - Shutter Priority

    S MODE – SHUTTER PRIORITY In S mode, you select the shutter speed and the camera automatically sets the aper- ture required for proper exposure. This mode is useful when you want to control sub- ject blur. EXPOSURE In REC or the MODE button.
  • Page 55 • With photography in the S mode, image quality may be degraded at shutter speeds slower than 1/2 second. • To end photography in the S mode, repeat the operation described on the previous page to display P on the data panel, or press the Program-reset button. •...

  • Page 56: M Mode - Manual Operation

    M MODE – MANUAL OPERATION In M mode, you have full control of the exposure. You select both the shutter speed and the aperture. The viewfinder data panel will tell you if the exposure you have selected is over, under, or the same as the metered exposure. EXPOSURE In REC or the MODE button.
  • Page 57 Metering in Manual Mode In the manual mode, the meter index will show you how the exposure you have set compares with the camera’s meter reading. The + indicator tells you when your expo- sure is over, the – indicator tells you when your exposure is under. If neither indicator appears, the camera’s meter reading agrees with the exposure you have set.

  • Page 58: Additional Features

    WHITE BALANCE White Balance sensor However, manual white balance is necessary when the light source illuminating the white balance sensor is different than the light source illuminating the subject. • For example, if the camera is in a room lit by a household lamp and the subject is outside lit by direct sunlight, then manually set the white balance to daylight mode.
  • Page 59 ADDITIONAL FEATURES • The white-balance selection remains until another white-balance mode is selected or the program button is pressed. Turning the camera off does not reset the white balance selection. In REC or mode, press and hold the WB (White-Balance) but- ton.

  • Page 60: Custom White Balance - Creating A Setting

    CUSTOM WHITE BALANCE – CREATING A SETTING Create a custom white balance setting that can be selected again and again or changed at any time. ADDITIONAL FEATURES In REC or hold the WB button. Turn the front dial until panel, then remove your finger from the WB button.
  • Page 61 ADDITIONAL FEATURES Reset to a new custom setting, or exit white balance setup by turning the dial while pressing the WB button. • The display will change from seconds. Do not make any other selections during this time. • Custom setting is also possible for flash lighting. •...

  • Page 62: Continuous Drive Mode

    CONTINUOUS DRIVE MODE In this mode, the camera continuously takes pictures as fast as 1.5 frames per sec- ond. Up to five frames can be captured with one press of the shutter-release button. ADDITIONAL FEATURES Press and hold the DRIVE (drive-mode) button.
  • Page 63 ADDITIONAL FEATURES The camera has a 5-frame internal image memory in which images are temporarily saved until being transferred to the compact flash card in the order in which they were taken. icon is lit in the viewfinder when this image memory is full to indicate that no more pictures may be taken.
  • Page 64 ADDITIONAL FEATURES For example, if four successive frames are taken beginning from the status shown at left, the display will change as shown below. The 21st frame The 22nd frame is being saved… is being saved… The 24th frame is saved. The 23rd frame The 24th frame is being saved…...
  • Page 65 ADDITIONAL FEATURES • Pictures cannot be taken continuously while • Either select the frame photography icon Program-reset button, to clear continuous photography. • When using the flash, pictures may be taken without waiting for the flash to finish charging. • The focus is automatically adjusted (however the shutter is not released until the focus has been adjusted) if the distance to the subject changes while holding down the shutter button.

  • Page 66: Self-Timer

    SELF-TIMER The self-timer will delay the release of the shutter for approximately 10 seconds after you press the shutter-release button. ADDITIONAL FEATURES Place the camera on a tripod, then press and hold the DRIVE (drive-mode) button. • The drive-mode icons will appear in the data panel.

  • Page 67: Attaching The Eyepiece Cap

    • The self-timer mode will automatically cancel after the exposure is made. • Do not press the shutter-release button while standing in front of the camera. • If you want to take a picture with your subject outside of the focus frame, use focus hold.

  • Page 68: Remote Control (Sold Separately)

    REMOTE CONTROL (SOLD SEPARATELY) The IR Remote Control RC-3 allows remote camera operation up to 5m away. • The remote control may not operate with backlit subjects or under fluorescent light. • Remote control is not cleared after a photograph is taken, and photography can therefore be continued.
  • Page 69 ADDITIONAL FEATURES Remote emitter 2s Button Button • If the • button is pressed, the lamp on the front of the camera will blink once and take the picture. • If the 2s button is pressed, the lamp on the front of the camera will blink for two seconds before the picture is taken.

  • Page 70: Focus Hold In Remote Control Mode

    FOCUS HOLD IN REMOTE CONTROL MODE When your subject is not centered in the focus frame, use manual focus or focus hold. • The focus remains set after photography is complete. It is cleared by any operation of the camera (eg pressing a button). •...

  • Page 71: Changing The Remote Control Battery

    CHANGING THE REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY The remote control uses a 3V lithium battery (CR2032). When pressing the remote- control buttons does not release the shutter, the battery must be replaced. A new bat- tery should be sufficient for around ten years of operation. KEEP BATTERIES THAT COULD BE SWALLOWED AWAY FROM YOUNG CHILDREN.

  • Page 72: Program-Reset Button

    PROGRAM-RESET BUTTON FUNCTION Exposure Mode Focus Mode White Balance Drive-mode Self-timer Exposure Compensation Flash Compensation The following settings are unaffected by pressing the Program-reset button. • Image quality • ISO sensitivity ADDITIONAL FEATURES Pressing the Program-reset button is a quick way to return the camera to fully auto- matic operation.

  • Page 73: Counter Button

    COUNTER BUTTON This display allows the user to determine the space remaining in the compact flash card as a guide to the number of frames which may be saved. When not saving to the compact flash card. Approximate number of remaining frames which may be taken in the currently selected mode (standard mode in the example at left).

  • Page 74: Changing Iso Sensitivity

    CHANGING ISO SENSITIVITY The CCD used in this camera has a sensitivity of ISO200 when shipped from the fac- tory. It may be set to ISO800 if required. This will improve camera performance by letting you use it in dark, indoor locations with high shutter speeds, thus eliminating camera shake, and in the A mode (aperture priority) with smaller apertures, thus ensuring a wider depth of field.
  • Page 75 ADDITIONAL FEATURES • Changing to ISO800 sensitivity does not change the CCD, but rather amplifies the video signal electronically. As is the case with a gain up in a video camera, the noise component of the signal is also amplified. The image therefore assumes a speckled appearance, and image quality is degraded in comparison to that when ISO200 is selected.

  • Page 76: Formatting A Compact Flash Card

    FORMATTING A COMPACT FLASH CARD Formatting a Compact Flash card removes all protected and unprotected images from the card. The standard accessory cards are pre-formatted. Compact Flash cards purchased separately may need formatting. This deletes all write-protected images. Take extreme care when formatting. ADDITIONAL FEATURES Turn the Control dial to PLAY.
  • Page 77 ADDITIONAL FEATURES Press the is highlighted, then press the SET button. • A confirmation screen will appear. Press the highlighted, then press the SET button. • The LCD monitor will return to the PLAY screen after the card is formatted. button until FORMAT button until YES is...

  • Page 78: Flash

    USING FLASH Your camera has a Minolta standard accessory shoe for attaching dedicated flash units (Accessory Information p.114). Flash units can also be attached to the camera using a sync cord via the PC terminal. The accessory flash’s AF illuminator will be activated when necessary. Accessory Flash Notes •...

  • Page 79: Flash Signals

    FLASH SIGNALS When the shutter-release button is pressed partway down, the necessary flash signals will appear. Flash-on indicator BLINKING (AFTER TAKING PHOTO) FLASH , Flash signals FLASH CHARGING. FLASH CHARGED. FLASH OUTPUT WAS SUFFICIENT TO PROVIDE CORRECT EXPOSURE.

  • Page 80: Pc Terminal

    PC TERMINAL This camera is equipped with a PC connector which enables you to connect PC-capa- ble flash units with a flash sync cord. • Your camera’s PC terminal is compatible with both center-positive and center- negative flash units. • Flash units with an extremely low trigger voltage may not work with the camera. If your flash has a low trigger voltage, contact a Minolta Service Facility.

  • Page 81: Using Flash In P, A, S, And M Modes

    USING FLASH IN P, A, S, AND M MODES P Mode Flash When a programmable flash is attached and power is ON it will fire automatically when flash becomes necessary. Shutter speed and aperture value are determined automatically The Flash-on indicator not fire when the Flash-on indicator ply is OFF.

  • Page 82: Slow Shutter Sync

    SLOW-SHUTTER SYNC In P and A modes, slow-shutter sync sets a slower shutter speed to increase the background or ambient lighting exposure in a flash picture. Flash output will automati- cally be decreased to maintain a correct exposure of your subject. With Slow-Shutter Sync FLASH Without Slow-Shutter Sync...
  • Page 83 • If the background is bright or a small aperture is a set (in A mode), the shutter speed may not be reduced. • Use a tripod if the shutter speed becomes too slow to allow sharp, hand-held pictures after you press the SPOT button. FLASH...

  • Page 84: Flash Compensation

    FLASH COMPENSATION This function enables you to bias the output of an accessory flash as much as + or – 3 EVs in 0.5 EV increments. • Check the compensation amount by pressing the flash-compensation and exposure- compensation buttons. • Cancel flash compensation by resetting it to 0.0 or pressing the Program-reset button.

  • Page 85: Wireless/Remote Off-Camera Flash

    WIRELESS/REMOTE OFF-CAMERA FRASH The separately available 5400HS or 5400xi programm flash units are necessary for Wireless/Remote off-camera flash photography. Photo 1 Normal Flash Photo 2 Wireless/Remote Flash Photo 3 Wireless/Remote Ratio Flash FLASH A flat, lifeless photograph may result when the flash is attached to the camera.
  • Page 86 Wireless/Remote off-camera flash is used as follows: Wireless/Remote off-camera flash photography with a program flash unit attached to the camera, and the camera supplying the flash signal. This illustration shows a single- lens reflex camera. The digital camera is used in exactly the same way.
  • Page 87 PLAY...

  • Page 88: Viewing Images

    The captured images are displayed in the LCD monitor in Play mode. It is possible to view the images full-screen or view them in index form. VIEWING FULL SCREEN View one full-frame image at a time. Image frame No. Image record date VIEWING IMAGES With the Control dial lock button pushed in the...

  • Page 89: Viewing An Image Index

    VIEWING AN IMAGE INDEX This function displays four or nine frames on the LCD monitor simultaneously, and is therefore a convenient way to find the desired image. VIEWING IMAGES With the Control dial lock button pushed in the the Control dial to the right to the PLAY position.
  • Page 90 • When the border is on the image at bottom-right, pressing the next four or nine frames. • When the border is on the image at top-left, pressing the previous four or nine frames. • When the next or previous four or nine frames are not already in the image memory they are read into it one-by-one.
  • Page 91 VIEWING IMAGES Press the SET button on the back of the camera. • The LCD monitor changes from index play to single-frame play. • The image enclosed in the red border appears on the LCD monitor. • The diagrams below, and on the next page, include frame numbers for the purposes of clarity in explaining index play.
  • Page 92 Index play displays pages of four or nine frames. If, as shown in the example below, the nine-frame index play is selected when the seventh frame is displayed, the nine-frame page containing the seventh frame is displayed. The LCD monitor is blank if there is no image data. If, for example, only 25 frames have been saved in the compact flash card, the 26th and later frames will be displayed as black on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 93: Changing The Index Display

    CHANGING THE INDEX DISPLAY Set the index display to a 4-image index or 9-image index. Press the MENU button on the back of the camera. • The top menu will appear. Press the button as required to move the highlight to INDEX, and then press the SET button.

  • Page 94: Deleting A Single Image

    DELETING A SINGLE IMAGE Delete a single, unprotected image from the compact flash card in the camera. As a deleted image cannot be recovered, care is required when deleting images. Important images can be write-protected to prevent accidental deletion (see page 98). Turn the Control dial to PLAY.
  • Page 95 DELETING A SINGLE IMAGE Press the is highlighted, then press the SET button. Press the is highlighted, then press the SET button. • A confirmation screen will appear. Press the highlighted, then press the SET button. • The LCD monitor will return to the PLAY screen after the image is deleted.

  • Page 96: Clearing Unprotected Images

    CLEARING UNPROTECTED IMAGES Clearing removes all unprotected images from the compact flash card in the camera. AS A DELETED IMAGE CANNOT BE RECOVERED, CARE IS REQUIRED WHEN DELETING IMAGES. Turn the Control dial to PLAY. Press the MENU button. Press the button until DELETE is highlighted, then press the SET button.
  • Page 97 CLEARING UNPROTECTED IMAGES • Protected images will remain on the compact flash card after clearing. Press the button until ALL CLEAR is highlighted, then press the SET button. • A confirmation screen will appear. Press the button until YES is highlighted, then press the SET button.

  • Page 98: Protecting Images

    PROTECTING IMAGES Important images can be write-protected to guard them from accidental deletion. Protected images cannot be removed from the CF card in the camera by Using the Delete or Clear All functions. PROTECTED IMAGES WILL BE REMOVED WHEN THE FORMAT FUNCTION IS USED.
  • Page 99 Protect icon PROTECTING IMAGES Press the TECT is highlighted, then press the SET button. • The PROTECT menu will appear. Press the highlighted, then press the SET button. • The camera will return to the Play screen and information bar when the image is selected.

  • Page 100: Unprotecting Images

    UNPROTECTING IMAGES PROTECTING IMAGES Display the images for which write-protect is to be cleared with steps [1] to [2] on page 98. Select the Protect menu with steps [3] to [4] (see pages 98, 99), highlight OFF with step [5] , and press the SET button.
  • Page 101 PROTECTING IMAGES When an attempt is made to delete a write-protected image, PROTECT appears on the LCD monitor as shown below to indicate that the image cannot be deleted.

  • Page 102: Adjusting The Lcd Monitor Brightness/Contrast

    ADJUSTING THE LCD MONITOR BRIGHTNESS/CONTRAST The camera’s LCD monitor brightness and contrast can be adjusted to compensate for varying lighting conditions and viewing angles. • Changing the LCD brightness/contrast does not affect the brightness/contrast of recorded images. With the Control dial lock button pushed in the direction, turn the Control dial to the right to the...
  • Page 103 ADJUSTING THE LCD MONITOR BRIGHTNESS/CONTRAST Press the button to high- light BRIGHTNESS on the LCD monitor BRIGHTNESS/CON- TRAST menu, and press the SET button. • The BRIGHTNESS menu will appear. • Skip this adjustment if brightness is satisfactory, and go directly to [7]. Press the button to adjust the brightness of the...
  • Page 104 ADJUSTING THE LCD MONITOR BRIGHTNESS/CONTRAST Press the button a number of times to highlight CONTRAST, and press the SET button. • The LCD monitor CONTRAST menu will appear. • Skip this adjustment if contrast is satisfactory, and go directly to [10]. Press the button to adjust the contrast of the LCD monitor.

  • Page 105: Checking Flash Card Status

    CHECKING FLASH CARD STATUS A CF card information screen is available to give information about the amount of card memory used, the amount available, and estimates on the number of images that can fit in the remaining space. Turn the Control dial to PLAY. Press the MENU button.
  • Page 106 CHECKING FLASH CARD STATUS • The displayed value for the remaining number of frames which may be displayed is only a guide. Depending on the scenes photographed, it may not be possible to display this number of frames in practice. Total card memory Memory remaining Number of recorded images...

  • Page 107: Video Out

    It is possible to view images in the camera on your television. This camera has a video-out terminal which allows you to connect the camera to your television using the Video Cable VC-EX1. Turn off the television and the camera. Open the terminal cover on the camera.

  • Page 108: Replacing The Clock Backup Battery

    REPLACING THE CLOCK BACKUP BATTERY The clock in this camera uses a 3V lithium battery (CR2025). If this battery is exhausted the clock settings in the camera will be lost when the main camera batter- ies are removed. If this battery is exhausted the display at left appears on the data panel when camera power is switched on, or when the shutter button is lightly pressed.
  • Page 109 REPLACING THE CLOCK BACKUP BATTERY • The date and time will need to be reset (see page 28). Insert the new battery. • Press the battery into the recess until a click is heard (diagram at bottom left), ensuring that the + sign is on the left (diagram at top left).

  • Page 110: Cleaning The Lens In The Relay Optical System

    CLEANING THE LENS IN THE RELAY OPTICAL SYSTEM If dirt appears on the image on the screen, clean the lens in the relay optical system with the following procedure. • The function of this camera is used to clean the lens in the relay optical system.
  • Page 111 CLEANING THE LENS IN THE RELAY OPTICAL SYSTEM Gently clean the lens with a blower or a cotton bud. • Rub the lens gently. • Do not use a blower powered with a gas bottle. • Do not switch off the camera power supply, or remove the AC adaptor plug from the socket, when cleaning the lens.

  • Page 113: Appendix

    APPENDIX...

  • Page 114: Accessory Information

    ACCESSORY INFORMATION This camera is designed to work specifically with lenses, flash units, and other accessories manufactured and distributed by Minolta. Using incompatible acces- sories with this camera may result in unsatisfactory performance or damage to the camera and accessories. Lenses * 35mm equivalents listed in parenthesis.
  • Page 115 ACCESSORY INFORMATION Not Compatible Close-up Diffuser CD-1000 Eyepiece Connector 1000 Wireless Controller IR-1N...

  • Page 116: File Size/Card Capacity

    FILE SIZE/CARD CAPACITY The file size of the image is determined by the selected image Quality (see page 40). There are four image Quality (compression ratio) options; Super Fine, Fine, Standard, and Economy. IMAGE QUALITY AND FILE SIZE QUALITY COMPRESSION RATIO SUPER FINE FINE STANDARD...

  • Page 117: Camera Warnings

    CAMERA WARNINGS MODE DISPLAY Shutter speed and aperture blink 2000 or 2˝ blinks Maximum or Minimum aperture blinks SPOT blinks in the viewfinder LEnS - - appears CAUSE ACTION Light level is In bright light, attach a beyond the range neutral density (ND) of available shutter filter, use film with...
  • Page 118 CAMERA WARNINGS MODE DISPLAY CArd and the frame counter appears. CArd appears and blinks in the frame counter. CArd appears and Er blinks in the frame counter. CArd appears with no frame counter. CAUSE ACTION The compact flash Use one of the card is full.
  • Page 119 CAMERA WARNINGS MODE DISPLAY CUSt Er appears dAtE - - briefly appears CAUSE ACTION There was an error Try again. creating the custom White Balance setting. The clock battery Change the clock power is low. battery. PAGE...

  • Page 120: Troubleshooting

    Refer to these pages to determine the cause of a problem you are experiencing with your camera. If the information does not cover the problem which you are experienc- ing or the condition continues, contact your nearest Minolta Service Facility. PROBLEM NO DISPLAY APPEARS WHEN THE CAMERA IS...
  • Page 121 CLEARING THE RELEASE LOCK This camera is designed so that, when the compact flash card is inserted in the cam- era, the shutter does not operate until the lens is attached. When a lens other than those noted on P114, for example the astronomical telescope, is fitted this function must be cleared.

  • Page 122: Care And Storage

    Cleaning • If the camera or lens barrel is dirty, wipe it gently with a soft, clean, dry cloth. If the camera or lens comes in contact with sand, gently blow away loose particles – wiping may scratch the surface. •...
  • Page 123 Before Important Events • Always check camera operation carefully, or take test photographs. • Minolta is not responsible for damages incurred by equipment malfunction. Questions and Service • If you have questions about your camera, contact your local camera dealer or write to the Minolta distributor in your area.

  • Page 124: Technical Details

    TYPE SLR type digital camera with interchangeable lenses. CCDs Two 1/2 inch 1.5 million pixel, progressive CCDs Final Resolution: approx. 2.7 million Filter: Primary colour, low-pass filter Bit Depth: 24 bit colour IMAGE SIZE 1984 x 1360 pixels, Aspect Ratio: 1: 1.45...
  • Page 125 VIEWFINDER Type: SLR type, TTL replay-optical finder with acute matte Field of view: approx. 94% x 95% Magnification: 0.8x Diopter: –4 to +2 diopters Eye relief: high eyepoint, 25 mm from the eyepiece lens DRIVE MODE Single-frame advance, continuous advance (approximately 1.5 frames/second, up to 5 frames), Self-timer (approx.10 second delayed release), Remote -control (Ir, RC-3 sold separately) LCD MONITOR Type:...
  • Page 126 MEMO...
  • Page 127 MEMO...
  • Page 128 Minolta Co., Ltd. 3-13, 2-Chome, Azuchi-Machi, Chuo-Ku, Osaka 541-8556, Japan Minolta Corporation Head Office 101 Williams Drive, Ramsey, New Jersey 07446, U.S.A. Los Angeles Branch 11150 Hope Street Cypress, CA 90630, U.S.A. Minolta Canada Inc. Head Office 369 Britannia Road East, Mississauga, Ontario L4Z 2H5, Canada Minolta GmbH Kurt-Fischer-Strasse 50, D-22923 Ahrensburg, Germany Minolta France S.A.

  • Page 129: Digital Camera

    DIGITAL CAMERA CAMERA INSTRUCTION MANUAL...

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