EN User Manual To ensure the best performance from your camera, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera.
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SAFETY NOTES Safety Notes for this Camera Do not drop the camera or allow it to hit solid objects. Do not attempt to disassemble or repair the camera. Do not use or store the camera in dusty places or on a beach to help prevent dust or sand from entering the camera, causing possible damage. Do not use or store the camera in a hot environment or in direct sunlight. Do not use or store the camera near powerful magnetic fields, such as a magnet or transformer. Avoid touching the lens of the camera.
When you clean the body of the camera, do not use abrasive, alcohol-based or organic cleansers or solvents. Use a professional lens cleaning cloth and appropriate cleaner to wipe and clean the lens. Download your photos and remove the memory card when you are going to store the camera for long periods of time. If this camera is not in use for a long period of time, please keep it in a dry and clean storage location.
Safety Notes for Battery Please use a battery that is the same type as the one included. Please use the attached charger to charge the battery. If battery fluid leaks inside the camera, contact our customer service department immediately. If battery fluid leaks onto your skin, rinse your skin immediately with clean water and seek immediate medical attention. Disposal of used batteries should be carried out in accordance with your local (national or regional) regulations.
When the camera is stored for a long period of time, remove the battery and keep it in a safe, dry place that is not accessible to infants and children. In colder environments, the performance of the battery could be noticeably reduced. When you install the battery, align the battery markings according to the positive and negative markings inside the camera battery compartment. Never force the battery into the battery compartment.
Safety Notes for Memory Card We highly suggest buying only well-known, name brand memory cards to ensure peak performance and reliability. Format the memory card using the camera before you use it or insert a new one. Do not drop the memory card or allow it to hit solid objects to avoid damaging it. Do not attempt to disassemble or repair the memory card. Do not expose the memory card to water. Always keep it dry. Do not remove the memory card when the camera is turned on.
Other Safety Notes Do not disconnect the power or turn the camera off during the update process. Doing so may cause incorrect data to be written and the camera may not power on later. Do not hang the neck strap of the camera around the neck of a child. When using your camera on an airplane, observe the relevant rules specified by the airline and FAA regulations. Due to the limitations of manufacturing technology, the LCD may have a few dead or bright pixels.
CONTENTS BEFORE YOU START............1 SAFETY NOTES....................4 CONTENTS............................10 GETTING READY..................14 LCD Display.......................................27 Overview of the Screen Icons in Shooting Mode.............................27 Overview of the Screen Icons in Movie Mode.................................29 Accessories Included.........................14 Overview of the Screen Icons in Playback Mode............................
AF Area..............................................55 Macro Mode.......................................56 Self-Timer Mode ................................57 Flash Mode .......................................58 PLAYBACK.............................71 Viewing Photos and Videos...............71 Thumbnail View..................................72 WB (White Balance) Mode ................60 Using Zoom Playback (for still pictures only)...................................................
Movie Size...................................83 Touch-Up Quality..........................................84 Resize ...............................96 ..................................97 MF (Manual Focus) Assist...........85 Playback Settings ..............................97 AF Assist Beam...........................86 Protect.........................................98 Digital Zoom.................................86 Delete..........................................98 Shoot Setting 2................
Copy to Card................................106 Exit...............................................115 File Numbering............................106 Video System.....................................116 Reset Settings.............................107 Supported HDMI Connections...........117 Version.........................................107 CONNECTION SETTINGS.. 108 Connecting HDMI-Ready TV.......117 HDMI CEC Control.............................118 Connecting to a Computer.................
GETTING READY Accessories Included Your camera box should contain the camera model you purchased along with the following accessories. If anything is missing or appears to be damaged, please contact your retailer first or our customer service center (Based on sales in different countries or regions, the shape of the AC adapter will vary. Please subject to the actual product will prevail.
Installing Lens Cap and Neck Strap 15
Part Names 4 5 6 7 1. Micro HDMI Port 8 9 10 2. Micro USB Port 3. Zoom Lever 11 4. Shutter Button 5. Strap Eyelet 3 2 1 6. Exposure Compensation Button 7. Continuous Shot Button 8. Power Button 9. AF Assist Beam/Self-Timer Lamp 10. Flash Lamp 11.
12. Microphone 13. Electronic View Finder (EVF) 5 12 13 14 15 14. EVF / LCD Switch Button 15. Indicator Lamp 16. Mode Dial 16 17 18 17. Fast Video Recording Button 18. Menu Button 19. Jog Dial [ 19 [ 23 22 21 20 Rolling the button. ] AF Button/Up Button ] Delete Button/Self-Timer Button/Down Button [ ] Macro Button/Left Button [ ] Flash Button/Right Button 20. Display Button 21. Playback Button 22. SET Button 23.
24. Vari-angle LCD 25. Diopter Adjustment Knob 26. Speaker 27. Lens Function Ring Lever 28. Lens Function Ring 28 27 26 25 24 29. Battery Cover 30.
Installing Battery and Memory Card 1. Open the battery cover door. 1 2 2. Insert the battery into the battery compartment according to the negative and positive directions as illustrated in the picture. Push the battery down until it locks in place.
3. Insert the memory card into the memory card slot as shown in the diagram: 4. Close the battery cover door. 1 Write Protection Toggle Switch 2 A standard SD memory card is not included in the camera packaging and needs to be purchased separately. This camera takes a standard (SD/SDHC) memory card. We recommend using a name brand memory card that is Class 4 or higher and has a capacity of 4GB to 32GB.
Charging the Battery Before you charge the battery, you should turn the camera off and insert the battery. 1. Connect the camera to the power charger using the supplied Micro USB cable. 2 2. Insert the plug of the power charger into the power outlet to charge the battery. After the battery is stored for long periods of time, use the supplied power charger to charge the battery prior to use.
Vari-Angle LCD The LCD is housed in the camera’s body. You may follow the directions shown below to move it as needed: 2 3 1 4 1. Open the LCD panel along the direction shown by arrow ①. 2. Rotate up to 180° along the direction shown by arrow ②. 3. Rotate up to 90° along the direction shown by arrow ③. 4. Close the LCD along the direction shown by arrow ④. Please don’t rotate the LCD with excessive force to prevent damages.
Turning Camera On and Off Press the Power button to turn the camera on. To turn the camera off, press the Power button again. Power Button When the power is off, press and hold the playback Playback mode.
Set your Language, Date/Time Set your Language, Date/Time after the First Power-On 1. When you turn the camera on for the first time, the language selection screen appears. 2. Press the [ ]/[ ] button to select your desired language. 3. After you press the button to confirm your language selection, the Date/Time settings screen will appear. Language Sound Settings য檥Иކ Power Saver Powe World Time Home 䚐ạ㛨 2019.07.
Resetting your Language After you set your language for the first time, follow the instructions below to reset your language. Sound Settings 1. Press the button, press the [ ] /[ ] button to select and press the button to enter the menu. Power Saver Auto Language English World Time 2. Press the [ . ]/[ ] button to select 3. Press the [ ]/[ ] button to select [Language] and press the button to enter the menu. 4.
Resetting Date/Time After you set your Date/Time for the first time, follow the instructions below to reset date and time. 1. Press the button, press the [ ] /[ ] button to select , and press the button to enter the menu. 2. Press the [ . ]/[ ] button to select 3. Press the [ ]/[ ] button to select [Date & Time] and press the button to enter the menu. Sound Settings Power Saver World Time Home 2019.07.01 00:00 LCD Brightness Select Set Exit Date & Time H-M 5.
MODE OVERVIEW LCD Display Overview of the Screen Icons in Shooting Mode 1 23 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 00:00:00 11 12 13 14 15 0000 x3.0 16 17 18 EV-0.0 1 F00.
00:00:00 0000 x3.0 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 EV-0.0 F00.
Overview of the Screen Icons in Movie Mode 1 00:00:00 4 3 00/15 2 1 Battery Status 2 Number of Videos Captured 3 Continuous Recording Time 4 Movie Mode 29
Overview of the Screen Icons in Playback Mode 1 2 3 4 5 6 2019/07/01 000-0000 15 14 13 12 7 0000 x2 Thumbnail3x3 30 8 9 10 11 1 Quality 9 2 Capture Date 10 Image Zoom Ratio 3 File Name 11 Index Prompt 4 Shooting Pixel Ratio 12 Touch-Up 5 Image Size 13 HDR 6 Zoom Magnification Area Battery Status 14 DPOF File Icon 7 Continuous Shot Group Playback 15 File Protection Icon 8 Image Area
How to Take Pictures 1. Hold the camera with both hands, being careful to not block the flash and lens with fingers. 2. Point the lens toward the object you want to take a picture of, and then frame it with the LCD. 3. Use the Zoom button to select Tele or Wide positions to zoom in or out on your subject. 4. Press the shutter button halfway to focus on the subject. When the focus frame turns green, press the shutter button down completely to take the picture.
Using the Mode Dial This camera provides a convenient Mode dial that allows you to manually switch between different modes with ease. The available modes are listed below: Mode Name 32 Icon Description Auto Mode In this mode, the optimal conditions for taking pictures will be set based on the subject and environment. It is the most commonly used mode for taking pictures.
Manual Mode This mode is for manually setting the aperture, shutter speed and ISO value. Face Beautifier This mode automatically enhances facial features with skin softening touches and eye brightening capabilities. Wi-Fi Mode Enable image transmission and remote control by connecting smart device with Wi-Fi. Scene Mode Choose from 14 different pre-set scene types and effects for your photos. Movie Mode Record videos.
Please refer to the table below if any nonadjustable options in mode: (O: Available X: Not available) Options Mode Aperture Shutter EV ISO X X O O X O O O O X O O O O X O 1. Turn the mode dial to select the 2. Press the 3. Press the [ 4. Press the [ 5. Press the mode you want. button to configure settings. ]/[ ] button to select an adjustment setting. ]/[ ] button to adjust the parameters. button to confirm the settings and enter the shooting screen.
Face Beautifier 1. Turn the Mode dial to select Face Beautifier Mode ( 2. Press the button and press the [ ]/[ ). ] button to select . 3. Press the [ ]/[ ] button or turn the jog dial to select an option and press the button to confirm and enter the shooting screen.
Wi-Fi Mode Enable image transmission and remote control by connecting smart device with Wi-Fi. Before utilizing Wi-Fi Mode, please review the following: Your smart device operating system version needs to be iOS 10 or higher, or ANDROID 5.0 or higher. If not, please upgrade your smart device before using the APP.
AP Mode 1. Rotate the mode dial to and then enter the Wi-Fi selection interface. 2. Press the [ ]/[ ] button to select and set options. Wi-Fi Mode Settings Station AP mode In AP mode, the camera will act as an access point enabling another Wi-Fi device to connect to it. This camera may connect with your smart device through Wi-Fi. Settings of Camera: 1. Select the and press the enter the setting interface. button to 2.
Station Settings of Smart Device: 1. Enable the Wi-Fi of smart device and then search surrounding wireless devices. 2. Select the name of camera SSID to be connected and then input the eight-digit number password after WPA2-PSK on the camera. 3. Click the icon of the APP the APP. to enable Set up completion: Once the APP is connected to the camera, functional operations can be enabled on the smart device.
Press the [ ]/[ ] button to select: Enter Password • Scan: Search again surrounding wireless devices. • : Select the name of device to be connected. A/a • Back: Back to Wi-Fi mode select screen. 4. Press the [ ]/[ ]/ [ ]/ [ ] button or turn the jog dial to select and then press the button to confirm your selection. You will enter the completion of WPA2- PSK after the password is saved.
Display of Wi-Fi Connection Status: 5. Connect to network after saving the password. • If connected, the LCD will display as shown below: The Wi-Fi has successfully connected but APP is not enabled. Wi-Fi Mode Wi-Fi Mode AP mode AP mode Connected with device MAC address: xx:xx:xx Station Conneced with device. Disconnect SSID: XXXXXXXX Disconnect The Wi-Fi has successfully connected and APP is enabled. • If connection failed, please check WiFi device and try again. Wi-Fi Mode 6.
Setting To disconnect from Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi Mode Disconnect from device? No The name of this camera can be changed under Wi-Fi settings. 1. Select the and then press the button to enter the setting interface. 2. Press the [ ]/[ ] button to select options to be adjusted and then press the button to enter the menu. Yes DSC device • No: Keep Wi-Fi connected and back to previous page. MINOLTA MN67Z_XXXX MAC address 38:67:93:XX:XX:XX • Yes: Disconnect and back to Wi-Fi connection screen.
DSC Device APP Operating Instructions The default name of DSC device is [MINOLTA MN67Z_XXXX]. Change the name of DSC device through typing. Refer to the "XXXXXXX User Manual" located on the web: Americas DSC device MINOLTA MN67Z_XXXX $ D #!? XXXXXXXXXX Name between 1-18 Letters Save Cancel Europe For the method of input, please refer to the introduction on password input on page 39. MAC address Check the wireless MAC address of this camera.
Scene Mode You can select an appropriate mode from the 14 scene modes according to the type of environment you are shooting in. The camera then automatically configures the most appropriate settings for the best possible photos. 1. Rotate the Mode dial to , then the LCD will display as below: Auto Scene The camera automatically detects the most suitable shooting scene. 2. Press the [ ]/[ ] button to select a scene, and press the 3.
Scene Auto Scene Description The camera automatically detects the type of scene. Panorama Mode For shooting up to 360-degrees of landscape. 44 Handheld Night Reduce blur when shooting low light/ illuminated scenes. Multi Exposure Take several shots and overlap as a single image. Cat/Dog The camera automatically takes a picture when a dog or cat face is detected. Snow For subjects in the snow. Reduce underexposure. Party For subjects at night without using a tripod.
Auto Scene (ASCN) In “ASCN” scene mode, the camera can intelligently detect different environments and automatically select the best scene and photo settings for you. “ASCN” can intelligently detect the following scenes: Mode Name Description Auto The camera automatically adjusts the exposure and focus to ensure the best possible pictures. Landscape For landscapes, automatically adjusts the exposure to match the background.
Panorama Mode This feature allows you to capture a panoramic view that will have significantly more content than a single photograph. Follow the arrow while keeping the camera steady to seamlessly shoot an ultra-wide scene of up to 360 degrees. Follow the steps below: 1. Select the Panorama Mode ( ) and then press the button to confirm. 2. Press the [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/ [ ] button to select a shooting direction. (Should you not select a direction, the default shooting direction is “right”.
During panorama mode shooting, press the button to interrupt shooting and save the current pictures taken. Press the [ ] button to cancel shooting and not to save the previously taken pictures. During panorama mode shooting, when the moving direction of the camera is wrong or the angle deviates from the internal settings, the LCD shows a warning message [Improper alignment. Please try again.] and the current pictures taken are saved.
Functions that can be adjusted in each scene are as below: Scene Adjustable Functions Auto Scene Flash*1/Self-Timer Panorama Mode None Handheld Night Expo Metering/Self-Timer*2 Multi Exposure Expo Metering Cat/Dog Auto Shooting/Continuous Shot/Expo Metering/Macro Snow Continuous Shot/Expo Metering/Flash/Self-Timer Party Continuous Shot/HDR/Expo Metering/Flash/Self-Timer/Macro Sport Continuous Shot/Expo Metering Night Portrait HDR/Expo Metering/Self-Timer Portrait Continuous Shot/HDR/Exp
Custom Settings ( ) The user can store frequently used shooting modes; and parameters and switch to this mode for a quick adjustment. Settings under mode (unset state or state after reset): 1. Turn the Mode dial to select the mode, and enter the setup screen, as shown in the figure below: Go to setting CS mode Yes Or Rotate the mode dial to skip. Select one capture mode to define CS. For setting under other modes (use this method to select a different custom setting): 1. Select any mode to be stored.
5. Press the [ ] button select [Custom Settings] and press the button to enter the menu. 1 sec Quick Review Cont. AF Off Face Detection Off Custom Settings Normal Function Ring (Smart) Set Exit 6. Select [Yes] to save or [No] to cancel. Custom Settings Set camera to user custom mode No Yes 50 8. The photo settings you stored the last time are used. Off Date Imprint Select 7. Turn the mode dial to switch to the custom settings ( ).
BASIC OPERATION Using EVF (Electronic View Finder) EVF functions as the LCD, which can be used to observe the scene and objects and for playback, preview and menu operations. 3. When the screen display is not clear, rotate the dioptric adjustment knob to adjust the screen sharpness. EVF has the following advantages: 4. Press the button again or restart the camera to switch back to the LCD display. It will not be affected by ambient light and may avoid poor composition due to light reflection on the LCD.
Using the Zoom Function Your camera is equipped with two types of zoom functions: Optical Zoom and Digital Zoom. Toggle the Zoom Lever of the camera to zoom in or out on the subject while taking pictures. Zoom Indicator x3.0 EV-0.0 F00.0 0/0000 ISO00000 When the Optical Zoom reaches the threshold as Digital Zoom, release and turn the Zoom lever to T to switch between the Optical Zoom and Digital Zoom.
Display Setting Mode: Press the screens. button to switch among 4 No Message Display Function Message Display 00:00:00 0000 x3.0 EV-0.0 F00.0 0/0000 Display with Grid and Histogram 00:00:00 EV-0.0 ISO00000 0000 F00.0 0/0000 ISO00000 Message Display x3.0 00:00:00 0000 x3.0 EV-0.0 F00.0 0/0000 ISO00000 EV-0.0 F00.
Mode: Press the button to display the playback screen, press the button to switch among 3 screens. Function Message Display No Message Display 2019/07/01 000-0000 Thumbnail3x3 Detailed Message Display 2019/07/01 000-0000 EV-0.0 000mm F00.
AF Area In different photo shooting modes, you can select different focus methods. (Adjustable in mode) 1. Press the [ ] button to display the settings screen. Center-AF Spot Focus Choose the single-point focus position within the scope of focus. Object Tracking: Smart tracking of the object in motion under the focusing shooting. 3. Press the button to confirm the settings and enter the shooting screen. After enabling spot focus, turn the jog dial to adjust the position of focus point in the screen. 2.
Macro Mode The Macro Setting is ideal for shooting small objects or close-up photos. This mode allows you to focus on subjects very close to the camera. 1. Press the [ ] button to enter the Macro Menu. Macro Off 2. Press the [ ] button to select the following 2 modes: • Macro On Select this option to focus on the object closer to the lens (At the W side, the shooting distance should be more than 1 cm). • Macro Off Select this option to disable Macro. 3.
Self-Timer Mode Using this function to take pictures at pre-set intervals. The camera can be set to shoot after 2 seconds, 10 seconds after pressing the shutter or when a smile is detected. • Self-Timer 10 sec A single picture is shot 10 seconds after the shutter button is pressed. 1. Press the [ ] button to enter the Self-Timer menu. • Self-Timer Smile Press the shutter button and a picture will be taken immediately after a smile is detected. • Self-Timer Off Disables the Self-Timer.
Flash Mode When enabling the Smile Detection, button pressing the shutter or the can disable the Self-Timer and return to the shooting screen while keeping the Self-Timer smile setting. Self-Timer settings will remain after completion of shooting with the Self-Timer. They can be canceled by switching modes or by turning the camera off and then on again. The flash provides supplemental light for the scene.
• Fill Flash The flash goes off when a picture is taken, supplementing the existing light in a scene and helping to eliminate shadows. • Flash Auto Camera flash goes off automatically based on existing light conditions. • Red-Eye Reduction The camera emits a brief pre-flash before the picture is taken to reduce red-eye effects. • Slow Sync. This allows you to take pictures of people at night that clearly show both your subjects and the night time backdrop.
WB (White Balance) Mode The white balance function allows adjustment of the color temperature for different light sources. (Adjustable in Mode) • AWB • Daylight • Cloudy Follow the steps below to set white balance of the camera: • Fluorescent • Fluorescent H 1. Press the button to enter white balance menu. • Incandescent • Manual WB Set WB according to the current light source, press the button to set. • Color Temp.
