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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 16:51 Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL...

  • Page 2: Before You Begin

    Konica Minolta is a trademark of Konica Minolta Holdings, Inc. DiMAGE is a trademark of Konica Minolta Photo Imaging, Inc. Apple, Macintosh, and Mac OS are registered trademarks of Apple Computer Inc.

  • Page 3: For Proper And Safe Use

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE Read and understand all warnings and cautions before using this product. WARNING Using batteries improperly can cause them to leak harmful solutions, overheat, or explode which may damage property or cause personal injury. Do not ignore the following warnings.
  • Page 4 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 5 DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 CAUTION • Do not use or store the product in a hot or humid environment such as the glove compartment or trunk of a car. It may damage the product and batteries which may result in burns or injuries caused by heat, fire, explosion, or leaking battery fluid. •...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 ABOUT THIS MANUAL The basic operation of this camera is covered between pages 12 and 33. This section of the manual covers the camera parts, preparation of the camera for use, and the basic camera operation for recording, viewing, and deleting images. Many of the features of this camera are controlled with menus.
  • Page 7 DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 Viewing and rotating images ...31 Deleting single images ...31 button...32 Enlarged playback ...33 Advanced recording ...34 Recording mode display ...34 Macro ...35 Program (P) exposure mode ...36 Aperture priority (A) exposure mode ...36 Shutter priority (S) exposure mode ...37 Manual (M) exposure mode ...38 Movie recording ...40 Exposure compensation ...41...
  • Page 8 DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 Frame rate ...64 Movie file sizes ...64 Movie mode ...65 A short guide to photography ...66 Advanced playback ...68 Playing back movies...68 Capturing a movie frame ...69 Navigating the playback-mode menu ...70 Frame-selection screen ...72 Delete ...73 Format ...74 Lock ...75 Copy and E-mail Copy ...76...
  • Page 9 DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 Data-transfer mode ...97 System requirements...97 Connecting the camera to a computer ...98 Connecting to Windows 98 and 98SE...99 Automatic installation ...99 Manual installation ...100 Folder organization...102 Auto power save - data-transfer mode...103 Disconnecting the camera ...104 Windows 98 and 98 Second Edition...104 Windows Me, 2000 Professional, and XP ...104 Mac OS ...105 Changing the memory card ...106...

  • Page 10: Names Of Parts

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 16:51 Page 10 NAMES OF PARTS * 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. 116). Shutter-release button Flash* (p.
  • Page 11 DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 Diopter-adjustment dial (p. 17) LCD monitor* DC terminal (p. 15) 16:51 Page 11 Macro button (p. 35) Viewfinder* (p. 17) Information button (p. 28, 32) Main switch Mode switch Zoom lever (p. 20) Controller Access lamp Menu button Quick View / Delete button (p.

  • Page 12: Getting Up And Running

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 GETTING UP AND RUNNING ATTACHING THE STRAP AND LENS CAP Always keep the strap around your neck in the event that the camera is accidentally dropped. An optional leather neck strap, NS-DG1000, is also available from your Konica Minolta dealer.

  • Page 13: Inserting Batteries

    04.12.27 INSERTING BATTERIES This digital camera uses four AA-size alkaline or Ni-MH batteries. Do not use other types of AA batteries. The camera should be off when replacing batteries. To open the battery-chamber door, slide the lock to the open position (1).

  • Page 14: Battery Condition Indicator

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 BATTERY CONDITION INDICATOR This camera is equipped with an automatic battery-condition indicator. When the camera is on, the battery-condition indicator appears on the monitor. If the monitor is blank, the batteries may be exhausted or installed incorrectly. Full-battery indicator - the battery is fully charged. This indicator is displayed for three seconds on the monitor when the camera is turned on.

  • Page 15: Connecting The Optional Ac Adapter

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 16:51 Page 15 CONNECTING THE OPTIONAL AC ADAPTER Always turn off the camera before changing between power supplies. The AC Adapter AC-11 allows the camera to be powered from an electrical household outlet. The AC Adapter is recommended when the camera is interfaced with a computer or during periods of heavy use.

  • Page 16: Changing The Memory Card

    04.12.27 CHANGING THE MEMORY CARD This digital camera is equipped with a internal storage (approximately 14.5MB) so images can be recorded without a memory card. For increased memory capacity, an SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard can be inserted into the camera. When card is inserted, the images are recorded on the card.

  • Page 17: Turning On The Camera And Displays

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 TURNING ON THE CAMERA AND DISPLAYS Press the main switch to turn the camera on. Pressing the switch again turns the camera off. Around the main switch is the mode switch. This switch is used to change between the recording and playback modes as well as the selecting the between the monitor and viewfinder display.

  • Page 18: Setting The Date And Time

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 SETTING THE DATE AND TIME Set date/ time? Date/Time set 2005 . 01 . 01 00 : 00 MM / DD / YYYY :move :sel. :enter Date/Time setup screen ETTING UP AND RUNNING 16:51 Page 18 After initially inserting batteries, the camera’s clock and calendar must be set.

  • Page 19: Setting The Menu Language

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 SETTING THE MENU LANGUAGE Drive m Image Drive mode Single Quality Image size 2560x1920 Auto D Quality Standard Digital Auto DSP Digital zoom LCDbrightness Power save Inst.Playback Lens acc. English Language /JPN Español English /CHN Deutsch Italiano Français Svenska 16:52 Page 19...

  • Page 20: Basic Recording

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 BASIC RECORDING This section covers the basic operation of this camera. Thoroughly familiarize yourself with the operations in this section before moving on to the other sections in the manual. Turn on the camera. Set the mode switch to a recording position.

  • Page 21: Recording Images Automatically

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 RECORDING IMAGES AUTOMATICALLY Turn the exposure-mode dial to the auto-recording position (1); all camera operations are now fully automatic. The autofocus, exposure, and imaging systems will work together to bring beautiful results effortlessly. While many of the camera’s systems in this mode are automatic. The flash mode (p.

  • Page 22: Basic Recording Operation

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 BASIC RECORDING OPERATION The example uses auto recording. Except for movie recording, the operation for other exposure modes is the same. Automatic Digital Subject Program Selection is only available in the auto recording mode. ASIC RECORDING 16:52 Page 22 Place the subject anywhere within the focus frame.

  • Page 23: Automatic Digital Subject Program Selection

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 AUTOMATIC DIGITAL SUBJECT PROGRAM SELECTION Automatic Digital Program Selection chooses between program autoexposure and one of five digital subject programs. The digital subject programs optimize camera setting for various conditions and subjects. Automatic Digital Subject Program Selection is only available in auto recording and can be disabled in the auto-recording menu.

  • Page 24: Focus Lock

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 FOCUS LOCK Focus lock prevents the AF system from focusing. This can be used with off-center subjects or when a special focusing situation prevents the camera from focusing (p. 25). FOCUS RANGE All distances are measured from the CCD. See page 35 for the marco focus range.

  • Page 25: Focus Signals

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 FOCUS SIGNALS The focus signal in the lower right corner of the LCD monitor indicates the focus status. The shutter can be released even if the camera cannot focus on the subject. Focus locked. Focus confirmed (P, A, S, and M continuous AF focus mode and sports action digital subject program).

  • Page 26: Flash Modes

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 FLASH MODES To change the flash mode, simply press the flash mode button (1) until the appropriate mode is indicated. Autoflash - the flash fires automatically in low- light and backlit conditions. Red-eye reduction - multiple flashes are used before the main flash burst to reduce red-eye;...

  • Page 27: Flash Range - Auto-Recording Mode

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 FLASH RANGE - AUTO-RECORDING MODE The camera controls the flash output automatically. For well-exposed images, the subject must be within the flash range. Distance is given from the CCD plane. Because of the optical system, the flash range is not the same at the lens’ wide-angle position as it is at the telephoto position.

  • Page 28: Button

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 16:52 Page 28 BUTTON Pressing the information (i ) button changes the monitor display. The display cycles among the standard display, real-time histogram, and live image only. Standard display Real-time histogram Live image only The real-time histogram shows the approximate luminance distribution of the live image.

  • Page 29: Digital Subject Programs

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 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; the active subject program is displayed in the bottom left corner of the monitor Portrait - optimized to reproduce warm, soft skin tones and a slight defocusing of the background.

  • Page 30: Basic Playback

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 SINGLE-FRAME PLAYBACK AND HISTOGRAM DISPLAY Mode indicator Time of capture Date of capture Lock indicator (p. 75) DPOF indicator (p. 82) Frame number/ total number of images Internal-memory indicator The internal-memory indicator appears when a memory card is not inserted in the camera.

  • Page 31: Viewing And Rotating Images

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 To display the histogram display, press the up key of the controller. Press the down key to return to single-frame playback.The histogram shows the luminance distribution of the image from black (left) to white (right). The 256 vertical lines indicates the relative proportion of that light value in the image.

  • Page 32: I Button

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 16:52 Page 32 BUTTON The information (i ) 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. Full display Image only Index playback Information button In index playback, the four-way keys of the controller will move the yellow border.

  • Page 33: Enlarged Playback

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 ENLARGED PLAYBACK In single-frame playback in Quick View or the playback mode, a still image can be enlarged up to 6X in 0.2 increments for closer examination. Use the four-way keys of the controller to scroll the image. When scrolling, the arrows in the display will disappear when the edge of the image has been reached.

  • Page 34: Advanced Recording

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 ADVANCED RECORDING This section cover the advanced recording features of this camera. Read the basic recording section before moving on to this section. RECORDING MODE DISPLAY A. Focus frame B. Spot metering area (p. 58 ) DVANCED RECORDING 16:52 Page 34 1.

  • Page 35: Macro

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 Internal-memory indicator The internal-memory indicator appears when a memory card is not inserted in the camera. MACRO Macro indicator Approximate location of CCD plane 16:52 Page 35 Macro mode allows the camera to focus as close as 1 cm (0.4 in.) from the front of the lens or 8 cm (3.1 in.) from the CCD.

  • Page 36: Program (P) Exposure Mode

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 PROGRAM (P) EXPOSURE MODE The program exposure mode controls both the shutter speed and aperture to ensure correct exposures. This exposure mode allows photographers to shoot without worry about exposure settings. The shutter speed and aperture values of the exposure are displayed on the monitor when the shutter-release button is pressed partway down.

  • Page 37: Shutter Priority (S) Exposure Mode

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 SHUTTER PRIORITY (S) EXPOSURE MODE The photographer selects the shutter speed and the camera sets the appropriate aperture to ensure correct exposure. When shutter priority is selected, the shutter speed on the monitor turns blue and a double arrow indicator appears next to it.

  • Page 38: Manual (M) Exposure Mode

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 MANUAL (M) EXPOSURE MODE Manual exposure mode allows individual selection of shutter speeds and apertures. This mode overrides the exposure system giving the photographer total control over the final exposure. The changes made to the exposure will be visible in the live image on the monitor. The monitor shutter-speed and aperture display will turn red if the image is significantly underexposed or overexposed.
  • Page 39 DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 16:52 Page 39 Camera notes When the shutter speed is one second or longer, the shutter sound indicates both the begining and end of the exposure.

  • Page 40: Movie Recording

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 MOVIE RECORDING This camera records digital video without audio. Total recording time varies with the image size and frame rate, see page 64. Exposure compensation and the macro mode can be used. Other changes can be made with the movie recording menu (p. 44). Internal-memory indicator The internal-memory indicator appears when the memory card is not inserted in the camera.

  • Page 41: Exposure Compensation

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 EXPOSURE COMPENSATION The camera exposure can be adjusted to make the final picture lighter or darker by as much as ±2Ev in 1/3 increments. Exposure compensation can only be used with Digital Subject Programs, the P, A, and S exposure modes, and movie recording mode. With movie recording mode, exposure compensation is reset when the camera is turned off.

  • Page 42: Focus Area Selection

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 FOCUS AREA SELECTION Individual focus areas can be selected when recording still images. With auto recording and Digital Subject Programs, focus area selection is reset when the exposure-mode dial is moved to another position or the camera is turned off. In P, A, S, and M exposure modes, the selected focus area remains active until reset.

  • Page 43: Navigating The Recording Menus

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 NAVIGATING THE RECORDING MENUS The recording menu displayed varies with the position of the exposure-mode dial. There are four menus depending on if auto recording, movie recording, Digital Subject Programs, or the P,A,S, and M exposure modes are selected. See next page for details.

  • Page 44: Movie Menu

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 Drive mode Single Image size 2560x1920 Quality Standard Auto DSP Digital zoom Auto-recording menu Drive mode Single Image size 2560x1920 Quality Standard White balance Auto Key func. Flash mode Index to menu functions Auto DSP, 53 Color mode, 60 Contrast, 60 Digital zoom, 53 Drive mode, 45...

  • Page 45: Drive Modes

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 DRIVE MODES Single-frame advance - to take a single image each time the shutter-release button is pressed (p. 22). Self-timer - to delay the release of the shutter. Used for self-portraits. Continuous advance - to take multiple images when the shutter-release button is pressed and held.

  • Page 46: Self-Timer

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 SELF-TIMER Used for self-portraits, the self-timer will delay the release of the shutter for approximately ten seconds or two seconds after the shutter-release button is pressed. The self-timer is set in section 1 of the recording menus (p. 44). The length of the self-timer delay is set in section 4 of the setup menu (p.

  • Page 47: Continuous Advance

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 CONTINUOUS-ADVANCE MODE The continuous-advance drive mode allow a series of images to be captured while holding down the shutter- release button. The number of images that can be captured at one time and the rate of capture depend on the image-size and image-quality settings.

  • Page 48: Progressive Capture

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 PROGRESSIVE-CAPTURE MODE The Progressive-Capture drive mode continuously records images while holding down the shutter- release button. When the shutter button is released, the last six images stored in the camera’s buffer memory are recorded. This drive mode is set in section 1 of the recording menu.

  • Page 49: Bracketing

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 BRACKETING This mode makes a three-image bracket of a scene. Bracketing is a method of taking a series of images of a static subject in which each image has a slight variation in exposure. The bracketing mode is set in section 1 of the recording menus.

  • Page 50: What Is An Ev

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 Number of frames in bracketing series Frame counter The order of the bracket series is normal exposure, underexposure, and overexposure. The exposure bracket can be made in 0.3 or 0.5 Ev increments. The larger the number, the greater the difference in exposure between the images in the bracketed series. Normal Under Over...

  • Page 51: Image Size And Image Quality

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 IMAGE SIZE AND IMAGE QUALITY Changing image size affects the number of pixels in each image. The greater the image size, the larger the file size. Choose image size based on the final use of the image - smaller images will be more suitable for web sites whereas larger sizes will produce higher quality prints.
  • Page 52 DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 2560 X 1920 Fine 2460KB Standard 1260KB Economy 660KB Approximate number of images that can be stored on internal storage (14.5MB). Fine Standard Economy Approximate number of images that can be stored on a 64MB memory card. Fine Standard Economy Camera Notes...

  • Page 53: Auto Dsp

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 AUTO DSP Automatic Digital Subject Program Selection can be temporarily disabled in the auto-recording menu. When disabled, the program exposure mode is active. If the camera is turned off, Automatic Digital Subject Program Selection is activated. DIGITAL ZOOM The digital zoom is activated in the auto-recording, Digital Subject Program, and section 3 of the P, A, S, and M exposure-mode menus (p.

  • Page 54: Focus Modes

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 16:52 Page 54 FOCUS MODES This camera has autofocus and manual focus control. The focus mode is selected separately in the Digital Subject Program, movie, and P, A, S, and M exposure-mode menus. The selected focus mode is not reset when the camera is turned off With the P, A, S, or M exposure modes or movie recording, the autofocus mode can be specified between single-shot AF (AF-S) and continuous AF (AF-C) in section 2 of the menu (p.

  • Page 55: White Balance

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 WHITE BALANCE White balance is the camera’s ability to make different types of lighting appear neutral. The effect is similar to selecting daylight or tungsten film, or using color compensating filters in conventional photography. An indicator will be displayed on the monitor if a setting other than auto white-balance is chosen.

  • Page 56: Custom White Balance

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 Custom White Balance Custom white-balance allows the camera to be calibrated to a specific lighting condition. The setting can be used repeatedly until reset. Custom white balance is especially useful with mixed-lighting or when critical control over color is needed. The object used to make a calibration must be neutral.

  • Page 57: Full-Time Af

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 FULL-TIME AF With full-time AF active, the autofocus systems continually focuses to keep the monitor image sharp. This also reduces the autofocusing time when taking pictures. When the camera is set to manual focus, full-time AF is disabled. Turning the full-time AF function off can help conserve battery power.

  • Page 58: Metering Modes

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 Flash compensation changes the ratio between the ambient and flash exposures. When using fill-flash to reduce harsh shadows caused by direct sunlight, flash compensation changes the ratio between the highlights and shadows. The flash affects the darkness of the shadows without affecting the area illuminated by the sun.

  • Page 59: Camera Sensitivity - Iso

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 CAMERA SENSITIVITY - ISO Five camera sensitivity settings can be selected: Auto, 50, 100, 200, and 320; the numerical values are based on an ISO equivalent. ISO is the standard used to indicate film sensitivity: the higher the number, the more sensitive the film.

  • Page 60: Color Mode

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 COLOR MODE The color mode controls whether a still image is color or black and white. This must be set before the image is recorded. The color mode is set in section 3 of the P, A, S, and M menus and section 2 of the movie menu (p. 44). The live image reflects the selected color mode.

  • Page 61: Sharpness

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 SHARPNESS Sharpness accents or softens details in an image in three levels: hard (+), normal, and soft (–). This can be set in section 3 of the P, A, S, and M menus (p. 44). Any changes made are applied to the live image, but may be difficult to see.

  • Page 62: Custom Key Function

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 CUSTOM KEY FUNCTION The function assigned to the flash-mode button can be selected among the flash mode, drive mode, white balance, focus mode, color mode, and sensitivity. This can be set in section 1 of the P, A, S, and M menus (p.
  • Page 63 DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 16:52 Page 63 When selecting the bracketing drive mode, or preset white balance, a selection screen appears. Use the left/right keys of the controller to display the bracketing increment or preset white balance, and press the central button of the controller to select it.

  • Page 64: Image Size (Movie)

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 IMAGE SIZE (MOVIE) Movies can be recorded at two sizes: 640x480 and 320x240. The larger the image size, the higher the image quality and the larger the file sizes. Image size is set in section 1 of the movie menu (p. 44). FRAME RATE Movies can be recorded at two frame rates: 15 fps and 30 fps.

  • Page 65: Movie Mode

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 The writing speed of the memory card may prematurely end the recording of a movie clip. Test the card before important events. Check the Konica Minolta web site for the latest compatibility information: North America: Europe: MOVIE MODE The movie mode option selects the type of movie recorded.

  • Page 66: A Short Guide To Photography

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 16:56 Page 66 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.
  • Page 67 DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 16:56 Page 67 The shutter controls not only exposure, but also the ability to stop motion. Fast shutter speeds are used in sport photography to stop action. Slow shutter speeds can be used to show the flow of motion such as water cascading over a waterfall.

  • Page 68: Advanced Playback

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 ADVANCED PLAYBACK The basic functions in this mode are described in the basic playback section on pages 30 through 33. This section covers how to playback movie clips as well as the advanced function on the playback menu. Movie clips can be played back in Quick View. PLAYING BACK MOVIES Play Pause...

  • Page 69: Capturing A Movie Frame

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 CAPTURING A MOVIE FRAME A single frame from a movie clip can be copied and saved as a still image. The copied image has the same image size as the original movie. Pause Rew Fwd Play Rew Fwd Saved as PICT0015.JPG.

  • Page 70: Navigating The Playback Menu

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 NAVIGATING THE PLAYBACK MENU Pressing the menu button (1) turns the menu on and off. The four-way keys of the controller (2) move the cursor in the menu. Pressing the central button of the controller enters a setting. Activate the menu with the menu button.
  • Page 71 DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 Delete – Format – Lock – Copy – Slide show – Playback – Duration 5 sec. Repeat DPOF set – Date imprint Index print – E-mail copy – Refer to the following sections for descriptions of the menu options. 16:57 Page 71 To delete recorded images (p.

  • Page 72: Frame-Selection Screen

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 FRAME-SELECTION SCREEN When a marked-frames setting is chosen on a menu, the frame selection screen will appear. This screen allows multiple images to be chosen. :move :sel. :enter The garbage can indicates the image is selected for deletion. The printer icon indicates the image is selected for DPOF printing.

  • Page 73: Delete

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 DELETE Deleting permanently erases the file. Once deleted, a file cannot be recovered. Care should be taken when deleting images. Single, multiple, or all files can be deleted in section 1 of the playback menu (p. 71). To delete images in the internal memory, remove the memory card from the camera.

  • Page 74: Format

    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: North America:...

  • Page 75: Lock

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 LOCK Single, multiple, or all files can be locked. To lock images in the internal memory, remove the memory card from the camera. A locked file cannot be deleted by either the playback menu functions or the QV/delete button.

  • Page 76: Copy And E-Mail Copy

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 COPY AND E-MAIL COPY The copy function in section 1 of the playback menu (p. 71) makes exact copies of image or movie files and can store the copied data on another memory card or in the internal memory. E-mail Copy in menu section 3 makes a standard 640 X 480 (VGA) JPEG copy of an original still image so that it may be easily transmitted by e-mail.
  • Page 77 DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 Copy When the image(s) to be copied are selected, a message screen is displayed. The appearance of the screen varies depending if a memory card is inserted or not. The messages are highlighted during the copying procedure. When a memory card is inserted: Copy Change card.
  • Page 78 DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 When a memory card is not inserted: Copy Insert memory card. Copying . . . Copying completed. enter To copy from the internal memory to a memory card. After the copy-completed message is highlighted, a screen Copied to 101KM_CP. indicates the name of the folder containing the copied images;...
  • Page 79 DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 E-mail Copy When the image(s) to be converted to an e-mail file are selected, Copied to 102KM_EM. the copy routine begins and a screen appears indicating the name of the folder containing the copied images; press the central button of the controller to return to the menu.

  • Page 80: Slide Show

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 SLIDE SHOW Section 2 of the playback menu controls the slide-show function. This function automatically displays all still images and movie clips on the memory card or in the camera’s internal memory in order. The menu has the following options: Slide show Enter frames...
  • Page 81 DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 To display all the images recorded in the internal memory, remove the memory card from the camera. The controller can be used to control the presentation during playback. Press the central button of the controller to pause and restart the slide show presentation.

  • Page 82: About Dpof

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 ABOUT DPOF This camera is supported by DPOF™ version 1.1. The DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) allows direct printing of still images from digital cameras. After the DPOF file is created, the memory card is simply taken to a photofinishing service or inserted into the memory- card slot of DPOF compatible printers.

  • Page 83: Date Imprint

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 When the this-frame or all-frames setting is chosen, a screen appears requesting the number of copies of each image; a maximum of nine copies can be ordered. Use the up/down keys of the controller to set the required number of copies. If the all-frames setting was used to create a print order, any additional images recorded afterwards will not be included in the order.

  • Page 84: Viewing Images On A Television

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 VIEWING IMAGES ON A TELEVISION It is possible to view camera images on your television. The camera has a video-out terminal to make the connection using the supplied Video cable VC-400. The camera is compatible with the NTSC and PAL standards. The video-output setting can be checked and set in section 4 of the setup menu (p.

  • Page 85: Setup Menu

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 SETUP MENU The setup menu is used to control the camera’s functions and operation. The navigating the setup menu section covers the operation of the menu. The section is followed by detailed descriptions of the settings. OPENING THE SETUP MENU The setup menu is opened from the other menus.

  • Page 86: Navigating The Setup Menu

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 NAVIGATING THE SETUP MENU See page 85 on how to open the menu. The four-way keys of the controller (1) move the cursor in the menu. Pressing the central button of the controller enters a setting. Use the left/right keys of the controller to highlight the appropriate menu tab; the menu changes as the tabs are highlighted.
  • Page 87 DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 LCDbrightness – Power save 1 min. Inst.Playback Lens acc. None Language English File # memory Folder name Std. form Date/Time set – Date imprint Date imprint Reset default – Audio signals Focus signal Shutter FX Video output NTSC Transfer mode Data storage Self-timer...

  • Page 88: Lcd Monitor Brightness

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 16:57 Page 88 LCD MONITOR BRIGHTNESS Monitor brightness can be adjusted in 11 levels. Brightness can be set individually for viewfinder and direct viewing in the recording mode. Turn the mode switch to the appropriate position before opening the brightness option in section 1 of the setup menu (p.

  • Page 89: Instant Playback

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 INSTANT PLAYBACK An image can be displayed on the monitor after it is captured. When used with the continuous-advance or progressive-capture drive modes (p. 47, 48), the images in the series are played back in a six-frame index display. Instant playback is activated section 1 of the setup menu (p.

  • Page 90: Lens Accessory

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 16:57 Page 90 LENS ACCESSORY This camera is compatible with the optional Wide-angle Converter ZCW-200. This 0.7X wide-angle converter reduces the focal length of the zoom lens’ wide-angle position giving it the equivalent of a 26mm lens on a 35mm camera.

  • Page 91: File Number (#) Memory

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 FILE NUMBER (#) MEMORY If file number memory is selected, when a new folder is created or a new memory card or memory location is used, the next image recorded will have a file number one greater than the last file saved. If the new card contains an image with a greater file number, the new image will be assigned a file number one greater than the greatest on the card.

  • Page 92: Folder Name

    100KM027. The first three digits are the folder’s serial number, which will increase 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; 027 indicates a DiMAGE Z20.

  • Page 93: Date And Time Setup

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 DATE AND TIME SETUP It is important to accurately set the clock. When a still image or a movie clip 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 supplied DiMAGE Viewer software.

  • Page 94: Reset Default

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 RESET DEFAULT This function affects all modes. When selected, a confirmation screen appears; choosing “Yes” resets the following functions and settings, “No” cancels the operation. Recording mode Focus area Monitor display Exposure compensation Flash mode Drive mode Image size Image quality Auto Digital Subject Selection Digital zoom...

  • Page 95: Audio Signals

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 Playback menu Playback (Slide Show) Duration (Slide Show) Repeat (Slide Show) Date imprint Index print Setup menu LCD brightness Auto-power-save period Instant playback Lens accessory File number (#) memory Folder name Date imprinting Audio signals Focus signals Shutter FX Transfer mode Self-timer AUDIO SIGNALS...

  • Page 96: Focus Signal

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 16:57 Page 96 FOCUS SIGNAL When the shutter-release button is pressed partway down, an audio signal confirms the AF system has focused. The focus signals can be changed or turned off in section 3 of the setup menu (p. 87). Two tones are available. SHUTTER FX When the shutter is released, a shutter sound effect gives a positive confirmation a still image is recorded.

  • Page 97: Data-Transfer Mode

    Windows 98 driver software must repeat the installation procedure. The updated version of the driver software included on the supplied DiMAGE Viewer CD-ROM is required for the operation of the DiMAGE Z20 with a computer. The new software will have no affect on the performance of older DiMAGE cameras.

  • Page 98: Connecting The Camera To A Computer

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 CONNECTING THE CAMERA TO A COMPUTER Confirm the battery has sufficient power before connecting the camera to a computer; the full-battery indicator should be displayed on the monitor. The use of the AC adapter (sold separately) is recommended over the use of the battery. For users with Windows 98 or 98 Second Edition, read the section on page 99 on how to install the necessary USB driver before connecting the camera to a computer.

  • Page 99: Connecting To Windows 98 And 98Se

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 When the USB connection is completed, a drive icon, or volume, appears in My Computer or the desktop; the name varies with memory card. When using Windows may open requesting instructions on what to do with the image data; follow the directions in the window.

  • Page 100: Manual Installation

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 Manual Installation TRANSFER MODE 16:57 Page 100 To install the Windows 98 driver manually, follow the ® instructions in the connecting-the-camera-to-a- computer section on page 98. When the camera is plugged into the computer, the operating system will detect the new device and the add-new-hardware-wizard window opens.
  • Page 101 DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 16:57 Page 101 The add new hardware wizard will confirm the location of the driver. The letter designating the CD- ROM drive will vary between computers. Click “Next” to install the driver in the system. three drivers MNLVENUM.inf, USBPDR.inf, or USBSTRG.inf. The last window confirms the driver has been installed.

  • Page 102: Folder Organization

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 FOLDER ORGANIZATION Drive Icon Dcim Misc 100KM027 10150325 102KM_CP 103KM_EM PICT0001.JPG PICT0002.MOV Still image Movie clip Image-file names begin with “PICT” followed by a four-digit file number and a .jpg or .mov extension. To copying images, simply drag and drop the file icon into a location in the computer.

  • Page 103: Auto Power Save - Data-Transfer Mode

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 16:57 Page 103 The number in the image file name may not correspond to the frame number of the image. As images are deleted in the camera, the frame counter will adjust itself to show the number of images on the card and reassign the frame numbers accordingly. The serial numbers used with image files will not change when an image is deleted.

  • Page 104: Disconnecting The Camera

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 DISCONNECTING THE CAMERA Never disconnect the camera when the access lamp is red - the data or memory card may permanently be damaged. Windows 98 / 98 Second Edition Confirm that the access lamp is not lit. Turn off the camera and then disconnect the USB cable.

  • Page 105: Mac Os

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 The hardware devices to be stopped will be displayed. Highlight the device by clicking on it then click “Stop.” A confirmation screen will appear to indicate the devices to be stopped. Clicking “OK” will stop the device. A third and final screen will appear to indicate the camera can be safely disconnected from the computer.

  • Page 106: Changing The Memory Card

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 CHANGING THE MEMORY CARD Never remove or insert a card when the access lamp is red - the data or memory card may permanently be damaged. Windows ® 98 and 98 Second Edition 1. Turn off the camera. 2.

  • Page 107: Uninstalling The Driver Software - Windows

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 UNINSTALLING THE DRIVER SOFTWARE - WINDOWS 1.Connect the camera to the computer with the USB cable. Other devices must not be connected to the computer during this procedure. 2.Right click on the My-computer icon. Select “properties” from the drop-down menu. Windows ®...

  • Page 108: Pictbridge

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 PictBridge Confirm the transfer-mode option in section 4 of the setup menu is set to PictBridge. To print the images in the camera’s internal memory, remove the memory card from the camera. Connect the camera to a PictBridge compatible printer using the camera’s USB cable.

  • Page 109: Notes On Printing Errors

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 No. of prints: Print size: Printer setup Layout: Printer setup Print quality: Printer setup Data print: Printer setup :Start Once printing begins, the operation can be canceled by pressing the center of the controller. The printing-finished message indicates the end of the operation; turn the camera off to end the routine.

  • Page 110: Navigating The Pictbridge Menu

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 NAVIGATING THE PictBridge MENU Pressing the menu button (1) turns the menu on and off. The four-way keys of the controller (2) move the cursor in the menu. Pressing the central button of the controller enters a setting. Activate the menu with the menu button.

  • Page 111: Batch Print

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 Batch print – Index print – Index to menu functions Batch print, (p.111) Index print, (p.111) Batch print Batch print in section 1 selects all still images on the memory card or in the camera’s internal memory for printing. Two options are available: All-frames - to print all images on the card or the internal memory.

  • Page 112: Paper Size

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 Paper size Printer setup Layout Print quality Data print Printer setup 2” X 3” card 100mmX150mm Postcard 4” X 6” 8” X 10” Letter Printing Notes The following are the dimensions for postcard, L, and 2L paper sizes in both millimeters and inches for your reference: Postcard Layout...

  • Page 113: Print Quality

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 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. The printer-setup option uses the options set with the printer.

  • Page 114: Appendix

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 APPENDIX TROUBLESHOOTING The section covers minor problems with basic camera operation. For major problems or damage, or if a problem continues to reoccur frequently, contact a Konica Minolta service facility. Problem Symptom Nothing dis- This camera played on the will not work.
  • Page 115 This manual contains information on products and accessories available at the time of printing. To obtain compatibility information on products not contained in this manual, contact a Konica Minolta service facility. 16:57 Page 115 Make sure the subject is within Subject is too close.

  • Page 116: Care And Storage

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 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. •...

  • Page 117: Lcd Monitor Care

    • A special built-in long-life battery supplies power to the clock and memory when the camera is off. If the camera resets each time it is turned off, the battery is exhausted. The battery must be replaced at a Konica Minolta service facility. Operating temperatures and conditions •...

  • Page 118: Memory Cards

    Memory cards should not be used to permanently store image data. Always make a copy of camera files on an appropriate storage device or recording media. Konica Minolta has no responsibility for any loss or damage to data. PPENDIX...

  • Page 119: Before Important Events And Journeys

    04.12.27 Before important events and 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. Copyright • TV program, films, video tapes, photographs, and other materials may be copyrighted.

  • Page 120: Quicktime System Requirements

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 QUICKTIME SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS IBM PC / AT Compatible Pentium ® processor-based PC or compatible computer Windows 98, Me, 2000, or XP ® 128MB or more of RAM PPENDIX 16:57 Page 120 QuickTime™ is used for playing back movies. To install QuickTime, follow the instructions in the installer.
  • Page 121 CE stands for 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 122: Technical Specifications

    DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CCD: Number of effective pixels: Total number of pixels: Camera sensitivity (ISO): Aspect ratio: Lens construction: Maximum aperture: Focal length: Focusing range (from the CCD): 0.57 m - Autofocusing system: Focus modes: Shutter: Shutter speeds: Built-in flash recycling time: Monitor LCD: Monitor field of view: Viewfinder field of view:...
  • Page 123 DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 Batteries: Battery performance (recording): Approximately 450 frames based on the CIPA stan- Battery performance (playback): Approx. continuous playback time: 700 minutes with Optional external power source: Dimensions: Weight: Operating temperature: Operating humidity: Specifications are based on the latest information available at the time of printing and are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 124 DiMAGE_Z20_English_B412.qxd 04.12.27 16:57 Page 124 © 2004 Konica Minolta Photo Imaging, Inc. under the Berne Convention and the Universal Copyright Convention. 9222-2804-11 P-B412 Printed in Japan...

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