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Konica Minolta REVIO KD-420Z User Manual

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Digital Still Camera
User's Guide
Thank you for your purchase. For the correct usage of this product,
please read this User's Manual and warranty card carefully and
keep them in a safe place for future reference.
Before accepting the warranty card, please make sure that the
date of purchase and the dealer's details have been completed.

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  • Page 1 Digital Still Camera User’s Guide Thank you for your purchase. For the correct usage of this product, please read this User’s Manual and warranty card carefully and keep them in a safe place for future reference. Before accepting the warranty card, please make sure that the date of purchase and the dealer’s details have been completed.

  • Page 2: Getting Started

    Getting Started Please be sure to read this manual before use. • Test shooting Be sure to take some test shots before taking important pictures (such as business or weddings) to make sure that the camera is working properly. • Results are not guaranteed In the unlikely event that a problem arises in shooting or reproducing pictures due to the camera or memory card used, please understand that no compensation can be made.
  • Page 3 Getting Started * The illustrations in this guide are for the purpose of explanation and may differ from the actual design of your camera. * You can also order a digital print at a photo lab (except for some labs) such as a traditional photofinishing service. For detailed information, please contact your photo lab.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Getting Started ... 2 Important Safety Precautions ... 8 Preparation Necessary Accessories ... 13 Names of Parts ... 16 Camera Body ... 16 Operation Buttons ... 18 Attaching the Strap ... 19 Preparing the Power Supply ... 20 Charging the (supplied) Battery Pack ... 20 Installing the (supplied) Battery Pack ...
  • Page 5 Contents (Cont’d) Advanced Operations and Shooting Using the Shooting Menu ... 54 Using the Auto Mode Menu ... 54 Changing the color effects ... 56 Continuous Shooting ... 57 Selecting the Image Size ... 58 Setting Memory Priority ... 60 Using the Self-Timer ...
  • Page 6 Contents (Cont’d) Playing Back Voice Memos ... 91 Using the PLAY Menu ... 92 Copying and Moving Images ... 94 Selecting/Deselecting Images to Print (DPOF) ... 97 Setting/Canceling Protection for Your Important Images ... 101 Reducing Image Size (Resizing) ... 104 Playing a Slide Show ...
  • Page 7 Contents (Cont’d) Installing software and downloading images ... 123 Installing USB Driver Software ... 123 Downloading (transferring) Images ... 125 Using Windows ... 127 Using Macintosh ... 129 Others When Carrying the Camera Overseas ... 130 Care and Storage ... 131 Troubleshooting ...

  • Page 8: Important Safety Precautions

    Important Safety Precautions This product has been designed with safety in mind; however, please read the following display marks, warnings and cautions for its correct usage. The following warning and caution symbols are to prevent damage to the user, other persons and property. Definitions of the symbols The following categories explain the degree of danger or damage that may occur if the displayed content is not...
  • Page 9 Important Safety Precautions (Cont’d) Warning Should any of the following occur, stop using the product immediately. Remove the batteries from the unit and disconnect the AC adapter. If using the AC adapter, disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet. Consult the dealer from whom you bought the product for further assistance.
  • Page 10 Important Safety Precautions Warning Do not directly look at the sun through the viewfinder. Loss of or impaired eyesight may result. Do not touch the metal parts on the camera during thunder and lighting. Death may occur if lighting strikes the camera. Do not use AC adapters other than those specified.
  • Page 11 Important Safety Precautions Caution When taking a picture, wipe off the flash surface and be careful not to cover the flash. If the flash surface is dirty or you take a shot with the flash covered, it is possible for the flash surface quality or color to change, due to the high temperature of the flash.
  • Page 12 Important Safety Precautions Caution Remove the batteries when the camera will not be used for an extended period. Do not use force when operating the camera. The camera may become damaged, causing personal injury as a result. Do not rotate the camera when mounting on a tripod. About battery fluid leakage •...

  • Page 13: Preparation Necessary Accessories

    Preparation Checking the Packing Contents The following accessories should be packed with your new camera; please make sure all are enclosed after opening the packaging. In the unlikely event that something is missing, please contact the sales outlet. 1) Lithium-ion battery (Model No. NP-600) 2) Battery Charger (Model No.
  • Page 14 Necessary Accessories Compatible Recording Media In addition to the SD Memory Card bundled with the camera, the following commercially available memory cards can also be used. • SD Memory Card • MultiMedia Card • Memory Stick About the SD Memory Card/Multi-Media Card/Memory Stick Caution SD Memory Cards, Multi-Media Cards and Memory Stick are manufactured using precision electronic components.
  • Page 15 Necessary Accessories Important • In the event of malfunction or damage, it is possible that data may be lost. Konica Minolta can not accept responsibility in any way for such data loss. • Always back-up important data. • When using SD Memory Cards/Multi-Media Cards/Memory Stick on a PC, do not change the attributes(read-only, etc.) of the files (image...

  • Page 16: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Camera Body Speaker Auto-focus Sensor Windows Blue LED Shutter Button Flash Viewfinder Lens Cover (Main Switch) Strap Holder USB Terminal Cover Battery Sub-cap Lens Microphone Self-timer LED...
  • Page 17 Names of Parts Delete Button (→ P.18) Play Button(→ P.18) Green LED V i e w f i n d e r Eyepiece LCD Monitor Tripod Socket (Cont’d) 4-way Button (→ P.18) Zoom Buttons(→ P.18) MODE Button (→ P.18) MENU Button (→...

  • Page 18: Operation Buttons

    Names of Parts Operation Buttons LCD Monitor q Play Button ( Use this button for playing back images, or setting up the play menu. This button can be used whether the camera’s power is ON or OFF (p.28). w Delete Button ( For deleting unwanted photos.

  • Page 19: Attaching The Strap

    Names of Parts y MENU Buttton Displays the menu screen. You can also use this button to cancel menu settings. u SET/DISP. button Confirms (sets) the selected menu option. You can also use this button to switch the LCD monitor on and off and to show/hide image information.

  • Page 20: Preparing The Power Supply

    Preparing the Power Supply Charging the (supplied) Battery Pack - Charge the battery pack before you use it for the first time and when the LCD monitor indicates, “NO MORE POWER”. Charging display LED to an outlet 1. Connect the power cord to the charger. 2.

  • Page 21: Installing The (Supplied) Battery Pack

    Preparing the Power Supply Installing the (supplied) Battery Pack - Before installing or changing battery packs, make sure the power is OFF (p.28), check that the LCD monitor is not lit and turn OFF all switches. ● Battery level indicator As the battery runs out of power, the battery level indicator displays the power remaining as follows: (Remaining power is shown on the LCD monitor in two levels)
  • Page 22 Preparing the Power Supply Battery life guide (reference) Number of Pictures With LCD Monitor On About 185 * Our test conditions: Normal humidity and temperature, flash intensity 50%, shot every 30 sec. Zoomed one direction, once, 2272 × 1704 pixels. * The Battery life will vary depending on the environment, shooting mode, and shooting conditions.
  • Page 23 Preparing the Power Supply Please co-operate in recycling the lithium battery. • This product uses a lithium battery. • This battery is recyclable and a valuable resource. • For recycling exhausted batteries or batteries removed from a used product, as a precaution against a short circuit, that could result in smoke or fire, please tape the terminals to insulate them or put them in a plastic bag and take them to a retailer participating in a recycling program, where you can deposit them in a recycling box for rechargeable batteries.

  • Page 24: Connecting The Ac Adapter (Sold Separately)

    Preparing the Power Supply Connecting the AC Adapter (sold separately) - If you do not want to worry about battery consumption, we recommend using the specified AC adapter (sold separately, model#AC-9) when shooting pictures, during playback, or when transferring data (USB connection). - Only use the AC adapter (sold separately) specified for your camera as use of any other device may result in a breakdown, fire or electrical shock.
  • Page 25 Preparing the Power Supply (Cont’d) 3. After opening the battery/card cover, remove the battery sub-cap. Insert the batter y adapter in the batter y compartment, and close the battery/ card cover. • When finished using the camera, turn OFF the power supply to the camera, and then disconnect the connecting plug of the battery-type plug from the AC adapter.

  • Page 26: Inserting/Removing Cards

    Inserting/Removing Cards - Use the bundled SD Memory Card or a commercially available memory card. If you wish to use an aftermarket card, any of the following are appropriate: SD Memory Card, Multi-Media Card, Memory Stick. (All three will be called “card” hereafter.) - First, turn OFF the main switch (lens cover closed), make sure the LCD monitor is OFF and turn OFF all power.
  • Page 27 Inserting/Removing Cards Card Removal Warning! Insert or remove cards only after making sure that absolutely all power is OFF as indicated by the viewfinder LED being off. While the card is being accessed, or an image is being processed, the LCD monitor will show “Now COPY…”, etc., and the green LED will come on.

  • Page 28: Turning The Power On/Off

    Turning the Power ON/OFF 1. Gently slide the lens cover (main switch) in the direction indicated by the arrow until it stops. 2. Once the lens extends to the shooting position (wide-angle side), the power will come on. • With the power ON it is possible to shoot pictures.

  • Page 29: Setting The Menu Language/Date And Time

    Setting the Menu Language/Date and Time - The first time that you use your camera, a screen will automatically appear and prompt you to set the time, date and language. To make those settings, please follow the steps below. - Check that the camera has a fully charged battery or that the AC adapter (sold separately) is connected.
  • Page 30 Setting the Menu Language/Date and Time 6. After finishing the settings… • If you turned the power ON with the main switch (by opening the lens cover), you can take pictures once the lens has reached its extended position. • If you made the settings after pressing the display playback images.

  • Page 31: Basic Operation Taking Pictures

    Basic Operation Holding Your Camera Viewfinder LED ● Viewfinder LED Indicators When the LED Indicators light, they mean the following: • Green LED: (On) (Flashing) Warning that the camera cannot auto-focus (AF), • In the macro-photo mode (p.46), we recommend that you use the LCD monitor for composing your pictures (p.34).

  • Page 32: Selecting The Shooting Mode

    Taking Pictures Selecting the Shooting Mode - A range of shooting modes are provided and you can select the shooting mode that best suits your subject and the shooting conditions. ● Available modes AUTO This is the normal mode for most shots. When you take pictures in this mode, the camera adjusts automatically itself to the suitable setting for you.
  • Page 33 Taking Pictures ● Available Functions by Mode (menu-based) 1. AUTO (p.54) - Color - Continuous - Image Size - Memory Priority - Self Timer 2. SCENE SELECT (p.62) - Scene - Continuous - Image Size - Memory Priority - Self Timer 3.

  • Page 34: Taking Pictures Using The Lcd Monitor

    Taking Pictures Taking Pictures using the LCD Monitor - This section explains the basic procedure for shooting still images using AUTO mode. - We recommend that you prepare a fully charged spare battery (sold separately, model NP-600) or use the AC adapter (sold separately, model AC-9).
  • Page 35 Taking Pictures (Cont’d) 4. Compose the shot on the LCD monitor and use the zoom buttons to set the size of the subject. Take care also to position the auto-focus mark on the subject you want to focus on. • If you press the TELE (Telephoto) Zoom button, the camera zooms in, while if you press the WIDE (Wide-angle) button, it zooms out.
  • Page 36 Taking Pictures Daytime (normal) shooting distances Focal Length Shooting Distance 0.5m (1.6ft) to ∞ Wide-angle* 0.8m (2.6ft) to ∞ Telephoto** • If you wish to take a picture of a subject closer than the above ranges, use the macro- photo mode (pp.44, 46). (Cont’d) 7.
  • Page 37 Taking Pictures ● When you press the shutter halfway and the green LED flashes… This may suggest that the focusing on the subject is difficult, and/or the subject is too dark. Should this be the case, please take the following steps. •...

  • Page 38: Image Display

    Taking Pictures Image Display Shooting with the LCD monitor displays the picture and the following other information: • You can set the camera so information is not displayed (p.111). q Manual mode w ISO e White Balance r Flash mode t Macro mode y AF display u Flash firing icon...

  • Page 39: Aperture Setting

    Taking Pictures y AF display 1) Appears when the shutter button is pressed half way and the shot is focused. This icon flashes when the image is not in focus. 2) AF lock icon appears when the AF Lock function (p.77) is used. u Flash firing icon 1) Appears when the flash is used.

  • Page 40: Taking Pictures Using The Viewfinder

    Taking Pictures Taking Pictures using the Viewfinder - This section describes how to use the camera's viewfinder to take pictures. Using the viewfinder uses less battery charge than taking pictures using the LCD monitor. (Cont’d) 1. Open the lens cover and turn the power 2.

  • Page 41: Shooting With Focus Lock

    Taking Pictures Shooting with Focus Lock - If the subject you wish to focus on is not in the center of the screen, use the focus lock photography. ● The following subjects may be difficult to bring into focus: • Subjects with no contrast (variance in brightness, e.g., the sky, a white wall, the hood of a car) •...

  • Page 42: Shooting Movies

    Taking Pictures Shooting Movies - You can take a movie with sound. Your camera records an image with a 320 × 240 pixel count. - While you are shooting a movie, the LCD monitor stays on. Even if you press the SET/DISP. button, the LCD monitor will not turn off. Please view the LCD monitor while shooting your movies.
  • Page 43 Taking Pictures NOTE: 1) While recording a movie, the sound is also being recorded, so take care not to cover the microphone on the front of the camera with your fingers, etc. 2) Once you have pushed the shutter button, and started taking a movie, you cannot use the optical zoom.

  • Page 44: Selecting The Flash/Macro Mode

    Selecting the Flash/Macro Mode - You can set the flash mode and macro that best suits the subject. - Once a mode is set, you can shoot continuously. It is recommended that the mode should be returned t o AUTO mode (no display) after shooting. - Also, when you turn the camera OFF, the macro-mode you set is canceled and the camera automatically returns to AUTO-mode shooting operation (no display).

  • Page 45: Auto (Auto Flash)

    Selecting the Flash/Macro Mode Switching the Flash Mode AUTO (Auto Flash) - This is the normal mode. When the camera is turned ON, it is set at Auto (Auto Flash). No icon will be displayed on the LCD monitor. - The flash will operate automatically when it is dark. When the flash will be used for a shot, the monitor and the red lamp lights when you press the shutter button half way.

  • Page 46: Off (Flash Override)

    Selecting the Flash/Macro Mode Off (Flash Override) - Use this mode for places (such as museum) where flash is prohibited, or when taking a picture of a night view, or taking a picture using indoor lighting. - The flash will not come on even when it is dark. •...

  • Page 47: Playback

    Playback Playing Back Pre-recorded Images - You can play back pre-recorded images on the LCD monitor. - When you play back images, it doesn’t matter whether the camera’s power is OFF or ON. - Just in case battery power runs low, have a spare charged battery pack (sold separately, NP-600) on hand.

  • Page 48: File Number

    Playback (Cont’d) The Playback Image Display In addition to the images you’ve taken, the following information is displayed. • You can set the camera so information is not displayed (p.111). q File Number 1) The file and director y numbers recorded in the card are displayed.

  • Page 49: Image Size

    Playback (Cont’d) u After Recording is displayed in still images with sound. i Image Size 1) Image size is displayed. is displayed in movie images. 3) For images with voice memos, the icon is displayed. o Recording Media Display The type of media in use is displayed. •...

  • Page 50: Playing Back Movies

    Playback (Cont’d) Playing Back Movies - Use the procedure below to play back movies you have shot (p.42). 1. After pressing the to select the movie you wish to see. • is displayed on the movie image. 2. If you press the shutter button, the movie images will be played back.

  • Page 51: Erasing The Playback Image

    Erasing the Playback Image Erasing Unwanted Images - You can erase unwanted still pictures, movie images etc. (you can select one frame, multiple frames or all frames.) - Once images are erased, they cannot be recovered. - Protected images (p.101) cannot be erased unless the protection is removed.
  • Page 52 Erasing the Playback Image ● If you chose “SELECT” (Cont’d) 1. If you selected “SELECT” on p.51-2 and then pressed the SET/DISP. button, an 8-frame image is displayed. Using , or frame to an image you wish to erase and press the SET/DISP. button. •...
  • Page 53 Erasing the Playback Image (Cont’d) 4. Once erasing starts, “Now DELETE…” is displayed. Once erasing is completed, the disply returns to the playback image.

  • Page 54: Advanced Operations And Shooting

    Advanced Operations and Shooting Using the Auto Mode Menu - This section explains the menu options that are available in Auto mode. - Unless otherwise stated, the settings for these menu options are retained until you change them, regardless of whether the power is turned off. ●...
  • Page 55 Using the Shooting Menu (cont ’ 3. Use the buttons to select the option you want to set. 4. Use the buttons to select the desired mode from the menu. 5. Press the SET/DISP. button to complete the setting and return the camera to shooting mode (live image displayed).

  • Page 56: Changing The Color Effects

    Using the Auto mode menu (cont Changing the color effects - This feature allows you to change the color effects in your photos. - This option is also available in the mode menu for Manual (p.74). ● Available modes Standard color (default) : Normal color mode. Black &...

  • Page 57: Continuous Shooting

    Using the Auto mode menu (cont Continuous Shooting - In this mode, the camera takes pictures continuously for as long as the shutter button is held down. This mode is ideal for taking consecutive pictures of moving subjects. - This option is also available in the mode menus for Scene Select (p.62) and Manual (p.74).

  • Page 58: Selecting The Image Size

    Using the Auto mode menu (cont Selecting the Image Size - You can choose from 3 image sizes depending on the sort of picture you want to take. - All on the same card, you can choose a different image size for every picture.
  • Page 59 Using the Auto mode menu (cont ● Standard number of pictures you can take in each resolution mode (without sound and movie) Compression Image Size 4M (2272 × 1704) 2M (1600 × 1200) VGA (640 × 480) • The number of photos you can take may vary depending on the subject. •...

  • Page 60: Setting Memory Priority

    Using the Auto mode menu ( Setting Memory Priority - When you have 2 cards in the camera at once, an SD memory card (or Multi-Media card) and a Memory Stick, you can decide which to record to first. - This option is also available in the mode menus for Scene Select (p.62), Movie/Voice (p.66) and Manual (p.74).

  • Page 61: Using The Self-Timer

    Using the Auto mode menu ( Using the Self-Timer - Use a tripod. - You can choose either “3 SEC” or “10 SEC” as the self-timer operation delay. - This option is also available in the mode menus for Scene Select (p.62), Movie/Voice (p.66) and Manual (p.74).

  • Page 62: Using The Scene Select Mode Menu

    Using the Scene Select Mode Menu Using the Scene Select Mode Menu - This section explains the menu options that are available in Scene Select mode. - Unless otherwise stated, the settings for these menu options are retained until you change them, regardless of whether the power is turned off. ●...
  • Page 63 Using the Scene Select Mode Menu ( 3. As described on p.55, use the want to set. 4. Use the buttons to select the desired mode from the menu. 5. Press the SET/DISP. button to complete the setting and return the camera to shooting mode (live image displayed).

  • Page 64: Selecting The Right Mode For Your Shot

    Using the Scene Select Mode Menu ( Selecting the right mode for your shot - You can select the best mode for the scene you are shooting. - In dark locations, you should use a tripod to prevent camera shake. 1.
  • Page 65 Using the Scene Select Mode Menu ( ● Available modes Portrait : Use this mode when you want to soften the background so that the subject stands out clearly. This mode allows you to shoot soft attractive portrait shots with extra dimension. Scenery : The suitable mode for taking pictures of scenery or buildings, etc.

  • Page 66: Using The Movie/Voice Mode Menu

    Using the Movie/Voice Mode Menu Using the Movie/Voice Mode Menu - This section explains the menu options that are available in Movie/Voice mode. - Unless otherwise stated, the settings for these menu options are retained until you change them, regardless of whether the power is turnned off. ●...
  • Page 67 Using the Movie/Voice Mode Menu ( 3. As described on p.55, use the want to set. 4. Use the buttons to select the desired mode from the menu. 5. Press the SET/DISP. button to complete the setting and return the camera to shooting mode (live image displayed).

  • Page 68: Using After Recording

    Using the Movie/Voice Mode Menu ( Using After Recording - You can add voice comments (After Recording) to photos you have already taken. You can also erase previous voice comments, as well as re-write them. 1. Select “ADD REC” and press the SET/ DISP.
  • Page 69 Using the Movie/Voice Mode Menu ( ● Erasing recorded voice comments • To re-record, erase the recorded voice comments once using Step 1 to 2 on page 69, and then repeat the procedures again in Step 1 to 3 on page 68. •...

  • Page 70: Making Voice Memos

    Using the Movie/Voice Mode Menu ( Making Voice Memos - This feature allows you to record just sound. - Take care not to cover the microphone on the front of the camera. 1. Select “VOICE” and press the SET/ DISP. button.. 2.

  • Page 71: Adjusting Exposure Compensation

    Using the Movie/Voice Mode Menu ( Adjusting Exposure Compensation - If you wish to brighten or darken an entire image, use the exposure adjustment function. - The exposure can be corrected ±2.0 EV in adjustment steps of 1/3 EV. - The compensation value is displayed on the monitor. - This option is also available in the mode menu for Manual (p.74).

  • Page 72: Adjusting White Balance

    Using the Movie/Voice Mode Menu ( Adjusting White Balance - The color tones in images vary depending on the type of light source used. While the AUTO setting can be used for most shots, you should change the setting when you want to take shots with the white balance set specifically for the ambient conditions and light source.

  • Page 73: About White Balance

    Using the Movie/Voice Mode Menu ( ● Available Modes • AUTO (Default) :The camera adjusts the white balance automatically. • DAY LIGHT • CLOUDY • FLUORESCENT :Ideal for taking photos indoors with fluorescent lighting. • TUNGSTEN About White Balance The human eye has the ability to compensate so that it sees white subjects as white, whatever the light source.

  • Page 74: Using The Manual Mode Menu

    Using the Manual Mode Menu Using the Manual Mode Menu - This section explains the menu options that are available in Manual mode. - Unless otherwise stated, the settings for these menu options are retained until you change them, regardless of whether the power is turned off. ●...
  • Page 75 Using the Manual Mode Menu ( 3. As described on p.55, use the want to set. 4. Use the buttons to select the desired mode from the menu. 5. Press the SET/DISP. button to complete the setting and return the camera to shooting mode (live image displayed).

  • Page 76: Taking Pictures In Program Mode

    Using the Manual Mode Menu ( Taking Pictures in Program Mode - This is the camera's default photography mode. - In this mode, the camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture setting according to the brightness of the subject. Differences between the Auto and Program modes •...
  • Page 77 Using the Manual Mode Menu ( Taking pictures with AF (focus) lock If you press while activating focus lock (pressing the shutter button half- way on page 41), the focus setting locks and the monitor. The setting becomes effective even after you take a shot. * To cancel the AF-lock, turn the camera’s power OFF or press the Zoom or Taking pictures with AE (exposure) lock If you press...

  • Page 78: Taking Pictures In Aperture Mode

    Using the Manual Mode Menu ( Taking Pictures in Aperture Mode - In this mode, the camera automatically sets the shutter speed after you select the aperture setting. - Focus value differs with zoom magnifications and can be switched to 2 levels according to magnification.

  • Page 79: Taking Photographs In Manual Exposure Mode

    Using the Manual Mode Menu ( Taking photographs in manual exposure mode - Shutter speed and focus value can be set according to conditions and purpose. - Shutter speed can be set between 15 and 1/1000 seconds. Focus value differs with zoom magnifications and can be switched to 2 levels according to magnification.
  • Page 80 Using the Manual Mode Menu ( Taking photographs in manual exposure mode (Cont’d) - Focus value and shutter speed will be displayed on the LCD monitor all the time when setting up manual exposure mode. Exposure value (exposure difference to brightness) will be displayed by half depressing shutter button.

  • Page 81: Using The Auto Bracket Function

    Using the Manual Mode Menu ( Using the Auto Bracket Function - In this mode, the camera automatically shoots 3 frames with staggered exposure or focus settings (3-frame continuous shooting). ● Available modes Single shutter (default) : This is the normal shooting mode in which the camera Continuous shutter Super Continuous Auto Bracket Exposure : The camera automatically shoots 3 frames with...

  • Page 82: Changing The Sensitivity (Iso)

    Using the Manual Mode Menu ( Changing the Sensitivity (ISO) - Sensitivity can be switched over. AUTO ; Normal sensitivity is equivalent to ISO100. Sensitivity can be changed automatically to adjust to the condition of an object. 50/100/200/400 ; High sensitivity is suitable for an object with quick motion or for dark places. However, the higher the sensitivity is, the more noise image will have.

  • Page 83: Setting The Custom Function

    Using the Manual Mode Menu ( Setting the Custom Function - Setting the Custom function allows you to use the menu selections and settings on pages 84-88. However, because the menu option default setting is “OFF”, you first have to cancel the “OFF” setting for CUSTOM in the Setup menu. (p.120) - Once you cancel the “OFF”...

  • Page 84: Adjusting The Flash Brightness

    Using the Manual Mode Menu ( Adjusting the Flash Brightness - Flash intensity can be adjusted. • If you want to reduce the flash intensity, so as to take photograph of a close object, adjust the volume to the “–”. If you want to increase the flash intensity, such as when the background of an object is far away, adjust to the “+”.

  • Page 85: Adjusting The Saturation

    Using the Manual Mode Menu ( Adjusting the Saturation - Color clearness of images can be adjusted. • Adjust to the “+” to increase color clearness and adjust to the “–” to reduce color clearness. Adjusting the Contrast - Contrast of images (gap between bright and dark) can be adjusted. •...

  • Page 86: Adjusting The Sharpness

    Using the Manual Mode Menu ( Adjusting the Sharpness - Sharpness of images (sharpness of outline) can be adjusted. • Adjust to the “+” to make the image outline sharper and adjust to the “–” to make it softer. Cont’d 1.

  • Page 87: Adjusting The Color

    Using the Manual Mode Menu ( Adjusting the Color - Color of images can be adjusted. (Specified color can be emphasized.) • Color (red, green, blue) is set up as a relative value. 0, 0, 0 and -2, -2, -2 are regarded as the same. For example, to emphasize the red most, colors need to be set up to +2 (red), -2 (green), -2 (blue) not +2 (red), 0 (green), 0 (blue).

  • Page 88: Changing Slow Shutter Speed

    Using the Manual Mode Menu ( Changing slow shutter speed - Slow shutter speed can be changed according to the flash mode. - Shutter speed will become slow when taking photographs in dark places, so please use a tripod to prevent movement during exposure. * Slow shutter speed display Shutter speeds for SLOW SHUTTER selected in the settings screen.

  • Page 89: Advanced Playback

    Advanced Playback Viewing Multiple Pages at Once (Index Playback) - Up to nine frames can be displayed on the LCD monitor simultaneously. You can quickly access the images you want displayed. You can also erase unwanted images. Playback 1. Press the Play button to play back the images and then press the WIDE zoom button.

  • Page 90: Playing Back Enlarged Images (Digital Zoom)

    Playback (Cont’d) Playing Back Enlarged Images (Digital Zoom) - You can play back your images as enlargements. Using the Quick-view Function - If you pre-set the camera to the Quick-view mode (p. 111), you can review pictures on the LCD monitor right after you’ve taken them. When using the LCD monitor for shooting images: 1) After you take a picture, the LCD monitor automatically displays it.

  • Page 91: Playing Back The Sound Of After Recording Image

    Playback (Cont’d) Playing back the sound of After Recording image - Playing back the sound of After Recording image (p.68). Playing Back Voice Memos - Play back the contents of your voice memos (p. 70). - Playing back voice memo and sound for After Recording image. •...

  • Page 92: Using The Play Menu

    Using the PLAY Menu - You can use the PLAY menu to copy and protect your images and to specify DPOF print settings. It does not matter whether the camera’s power is OFF or ON. ● Available menu options - Copy & Move :Allows you to copy or move images to other media. (p.94) - DPOF :Specifies the images to be printed and the number of copies of each image.
  • Page 93 Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 3. Use the buttons to select a mode from the menu and then press the SET/DISP. button to specify the mode settings. • The icon for the selected mode is highlighted. 4. When you have completed all the settings, use the “OK”...

  • Page 94: Copying And Moving Images

    Using the PLAY Menu Copying and Moving Images - You can use the procedure described below to copy or move still images or movies you have shot to another media. - For protected images, you must cancel their protection before you can move them.
  • Page 95 Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 4. After selecting the COPY/MOVE mode, use the SET/DISP. button to select “COPY” or “MOVE”. 5. When you have completed all your selections, use the “OK” and then press the SET/DISP. button. • Pressing the MENU button or pressing the SET/DISP.
  • Page 96 Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 7. Images selected at Step 6 are surrounded by a yellow frame. To select other images, repeat the selection procedure. (Return to Step 6) When you have finished selecting images, use “END”, and then press the SET/DISP. button.

  • Page 97: Selecting/Deselecting Images To Print (Dpof)

    Using the PLAY Menu Selecting/Deselecting Images to Print (DPOF) - You can also order a digital print at a photo lab (except for some labs) such as a traditional photofinishing service. For detailed information, please contact your photo lab. - DPOF is short for Digital Print Order Format. DPOF is a format for recording information on memory cards, etc.
  • Page 98 Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 3. After selecting the unit mode, use the SET/DISP. button to select “SELECT” if you want to print (or deselect) one frame or multiple frames. To print all the frames, select “ALL ON”. To cancel all the print settings, select “ALL OFF”.
  • Page 99 Using the PLAY Menu • By selecting “LAST SET FILE READ”, you can re-use the file containing the previous print settings. If the previous settings are not stored in a file, this option is grayed out and cannot be selected. In this event, select “INIT. VAL. <0>”. •...
  • Page 100 Using the PLAY Menu 11.The “Now DPOF SET…” (or “Now DPOF OFF…”) screen is displayed. Once settings (or deselection) are completed, the display returns to screen 1. (Cont’d) 9. If you selected “ALL ON”: Use the button or the zoom buttons (T or W) to specify the number of prints and then press the SET/DISP.

  • Page 101: Setting/Canceling Protection For Your Important Images

    Using the PLAY Menu Setting/Canceling Protection for Your Important Images - You can protect your important still and moving images from being erased. (You can select some or all images to be protected). You can also cancel the protection. - If you format a card (p.108), even protected images will be erased. (Cont’d) 1.
  • Page 102 Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 4. When you have completed all your selections, use the “OK” and then press the SET/DISP. button. • Pressing the MENU button or pressing the SET/DISP. button on the icon position just above “OK” discards the settings and returns to the screen in step 1.
  • Page 103 Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 7. A confirmation screen appears. Select “YES” with the SET/DISP. button. • If you select “NO” with the SET/DISP. button, your settings will be invalidated and you return to screen 1. 8. The “Now PROTECT…” (or “Now PROTECT OFF”) screen is displayed.

  • Page 104: Reducing Image Size (Resizing)

    Using the PLAY Menu Reducing Image Size (Resizing) - You can reduce the size of images you have taken. When you resize an image, a new, smaller file is created. - Use this function when you send images as e-mail attachments or when you otherwise need a smaller image.

  • Page 105: Playing A Slide Show

    Using the PLAY Menu Playing a Slide Show - The slide show will proceed in order from the first image at a set interval. (Cont’d) 4. Use the button to select “YES” and press the SET/DISP. button to record the resized image as a new image file.

  • Page 106: Camera Settings

    Camera Settings - By setting each item on the set-up menu to your preferences, you can customize your camera to suit you. - It does not matter whether the main power is ON or OFF, as the settings are saved by the camera until they are changed. - You can select the Setup menu from Shooting mode (live image) or from the playback screen.
  • Page 107 Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) 3. Using or , select the menu settings. 4. Use the button to select a mode from the menu and then press the SET/ DISP. button to specify the mode settings. 5. When you have completed the settings, press the MENU button.

  • Page 108: Formatting A Memory Card

    Using the Set-up Menu Formatting a Memory Card - Formatting a card returns it to the initial state (when it was purchased). - Caution: Formatting erases all data, even images that are protected (p.101). - Always format cards inside the camera. If a card is formatted by a computer it may not perform normally.
  • Page 109 Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) 3. Once formatting starts, the message “Now FORMAT…” will appear. When formatting is complete, the camera returns to the Set-up menu mode. During formatting be sure not to open the battery/card cover as damage to the card may result.

  • Page 110: Specifying The Lcd Monitor Settings

    Using the Set-up Menu Specifying the LCD Monitor Settings - Use the procedure below to specify the settings for the LCD monitor. ● Available modes - QUICK VIEW : Allows you to set up the camera so that you can check your images right after you shoot them.

  • Page 111: Setting Quick View

    Using the Set-up Menu Setting QUICK VIEW - Set this mode to “QUICK VIEW ON” to display images on the LCD monitor immediately after they are photographed so that you can check images as and where you shoot them. - The default setting is “QUICK VIEW OFF”. - See p.90 for more detailed information on this function.

  • Page 112: Adjusting The Brightness And Color Of The Lcd Monitor

    Using the Set-up Menu Adjusting the Brightness and color of the LCD Monitor 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6...

  • Page 113: Specifying The Shooting Mode Settings

    Using the Set-up Menu Specifying the Shooting mode settings - Use the procedure below to specify the settings for Shooting mode. ● Available modes - RED EYE REDUCTION :Allows you to take pictures using red-eye reduction. (p.114) - DIGITAL ZOOM - NUMBER RESET - CHANGE EXPOSURE :You can change the exposure metering (AE) mode.

  • Page 114: Taking Pictures Using Red-Eye Reduction

    Using the Set-up Menu Taking pictures using red-eye reduction - By selecting “RED EYE REDUCTION ON”, you can minimize the “red-eye effect” that causes people's eyes to glow red when flash photography is used. (The default setting is OFF.) - When you press the shutter button, the pre-flash comes on, followed by the real flash which finishes the shot.

  • Page 115: Resetting The File Number

    Using the Set-up Menu Resetting the file number - The setting method of file numbers can be changed. * NUMBER RESET OFF (default setting) Consecutive file numbers are assigned as shown below. (The file numbers are continued if a new card is inserted.) XXXX1.jpg, XXXX2.jpg, XXXX3.jpg…...

  • Page 116: Changing The Focus Metering (Af) Mode

    Using the Set-up Menu Changing the focus metering (AF) Mode - The system of focus metering can be changed. * exo-AF sensor ON (default setting) This is the normal setting. This mode uses both external AF and image-plane AF using a CCD to set the focus. This mode uses the optimum AF on the camera for the scene being shot.

  • Page 117: Changing The Sound Settings

    Using the Set-up Menu Changing the sound settings - Use this procedure to switch the camera's warning tones, effects sounds and the shutter sound on and off. - The default is “ON” (emit sound) for all the sounds. (Cont’d) 1. Select “SOUND”. 2.

  • Page 118: Specifying The Basic Camera Set Up

    Using the Set-up Menu Specifying the basic camera set up - You can use this procedure to specify basic camera settings such as the date and time and the custom settings. ● Available modes - DATE SET : Allows you to adjust the date and time settings. (p.119) - LANGUAGE : You can change the language setting.

  • Page 119: Adjusting The Date And Time

    Using the Set-up Menu Adjusting the Date and Time - If the battery is removed for approximately 24 hours or more, the date and time settings will be lost. In this case, please reset the date and time. Changing Languages - You can use the method below to change the language displayed on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 120: Specifying Custom Settings

    Using the Set-up Menu Specifying custom settings - You can use this feature to disable individual settings for the modes in the Manual Mode menu (p.74). - You can also use this procedure to enable the Custom settings (p.83). - If OFF is selected in this setting, only the default modes are valid and the specified mode functions are disabled.

  • Page 121: Connecting To Your Pc Connecting To Your Pc

    Connecting to your PC Operating Environments - Images recorded with the camera can be transferred to a PC using the USB cable supplied. 1. Windows Preinstalled versions of Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 98 SE, Windows XP, Windows 2000 Professional or Windows Me Memory: 16MB or more of available RAM (32MB or more recommended) Display: 32,000 colors or more, resolution of 640 ×...

  • Page 122: Connecting With A Usb Cable

    Connecting to your PC Connecting with a USB cable - Turn OFF the power supply to the camera. - There is no need to turn off your PC power supply when connecting or disconnecting the USB cable to the camera. To USB connector on PC •...

  • Page 123: Installing Software And Downloading Images

    Installing software and downloading images Installing USB Driver Software - Installing from attached CD-ROM. - Install the software only if you are using Windows 98 or Windows 98SE. If you are using another OS, you do not need to install this. - Turn OFF the power supply to the camera.
  • Page 124 Installing software and downloading images 6) Click “Specify a location:” and input “D:\”. Click “Next”. 7) Click “Next”. 8) Click “Finish”. The USB device driver is now installed. • Here, the CD-ROM drive is assumed to be drive D. • The INF file necessary for the install is located in “D:\”.

  • Page 125: Downloading (Transferring) Images

    Installing software and downloading images Downloading (transferring) Images - To conserve the battery, using the AC adapter (sold separately, model no.: AC-9) is recommended. - If you are using Windows 98 or Windows 98SE, first install the “USB device driver software” (attached CD-ROM) (pp.123-124). 1.
  • Page 126 • Image files can be copied to a hard disk or other media and deleted as necessary. For details, refer to the instruction manual operating system in use. Please note that Konica Minolta will not be responsible for any loss resulting from such operations. • Always back up important data.

  • Page 127: Using Windows

    2) Set the included CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. 3) Check to see that “QuickTime”, “Adobe Acrobat Reader” and “KD-420Z User’s Guide” in the “KONICA MINOLTA KD-420Z setup menu” are checked and click “OK”. • Be sure to install “QuickTime”, “Adobe Acrobat Reader” and “KD-420Z User’s Guide”.
  • Page 128 Installing software and downloading images 4) Software checked in 3) will be installed in order. Follow the onscreen guidance to continue the installation. Note: Clicking “Cancel” during the installation process will cancel installation. In this case, perform the installation again. However, do not restart the PC until all the installations have been completed.

  • Page 129: Using Macintosh

    Mac OS X users. 1) Turn on the power of your Macintosh, and set the included CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. Double click the “Konica Minolta” icon. Double click the “Adobe” icon. Double click the “English” icon. Double click the “Acrobat Reader Installer” icon.

  • Page 130: Others

    Others When Carrying the Camera Overseas Using the dedicated AC adapter kit (Model No.: AC-9) - Please do not use the AC adapter where the voltage is outside the displayed power supply voltage (AC 100V to AC240V). Using the Attached Charger (Model No.: BC-600) - Please do not use the charger where the voltage is outside the displayed power supply voltage (AC 100V to AC240V).

  • Page 131: Care And Storage

    Care and Storage Cleaning the camera When cleaning the camera, do not use solvents such as benzene or paint thinner. • Before cleaning, remove the batteries from the camera, or disconnect the power plug of the AC adapter from the wall outlet. •...
  • Page 132 Memory Card/Multi-Media Card/Memory Stick, if the card is affected by strong static electricity or electrical shock, or during card repair or malfunction. Konica Minolta will not be responsible in any way for the loss of recorded data or the consequences of such loss. About the LCD monitor •...

  • Page 133: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting - If the following does not solve your problem, please contact the point of purchase. Symptom Power Power will not turn ON Supply Power turns OFF right after turning on Shooting Can’t take a picture even if pressing the pictures shutter button Can’t focus...
  • Page 134 Troubleshooting Symptom Won’t play back Play back Image with no natural color Image appears dark Image too bright Can’t transfer to your Other Incorrect date and time (Cont’d) Check this: • PLAY button not ON • No image data • All image data is erased •...

  • Page 135: Main Specifications

    Main Specifications Model Effective picture resolution : 4.0 mega pixels Recording media Image recording capacity : 4 mega fine Recording method Image pickup Sensitivity Lens Focus adjustment/Photometric : TTL center 5-point metering using CCD image plane Focal Range Aperture Shutter Shutter speed Exposure control White balance...
  • Page 136 Main Specifications Flash Shooting modes LCD monitor Playback Erase function LED display Auto-date function Power supply I/O terminals Operating temperature Dimensions Weight Attachments (Cont’d) : Built-in auto adjust lighting flash, flash interval about 4 sec. Flash working range (ISO: AUTO); wide angle about 0.5m to 2.3m (1.6"...
  • Page 137 Photo Film Co., Ltd., and Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. is a standard for recording specified information such as the images or quantity to print from the images taken by a digital camera on a recording medium. Manganese lithium silicon battery is in use as back-up battery for calendar system (Refer to p.30).

  • Page 138: Warranty And After-Sales Service

    Warranty and After-sales Service For repair, handling and care, first consult the dealer from whom you purchased the camera. Warranty (separately attached) Before accepting the warranty card, please make sure that the date of purchase and dealer of purchase and the dealer's details have been completed.

  • Page 139: Fcc Compliance Statement

    FCC Compliance Statement: Declaration of Conformity Responsible party: KONICA PHOTO IMAGING Address: 725 Darlington Avenue Mahwah, NJ 07430, U.S.A. Telephone number: (201) 574-4000 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.
  • Page 140 CANADA ONLY Industry Canada’s Compliance Statement: 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...

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