E Digital Camera User’s Guide K1140PCM1DMX Thank you for purchasing this CASIO product. • Before using it, be sure to read the precautions contained in this User’s Guide. • Keep the User’s Guide in a safe place for future reference. • For the most up-to-date information about this product, visit the official EXILIM Website at http://www.exilim.
Unpacking As you unpack your camera, check to make sure that all items shown below are included. If anything is missing, contact your original retailer. Digital camera Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-40) Charger unit (BC-31L) To attach the strap to the camera Attach strap here.
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Contents Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Read this first! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 ❚❙ Quick Start Basics 9 What is a digital camera? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 What you can do with your CASIO camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 First, charge the battery prior to use..
❚❙ Recording Movie Images and Audio To record a movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using Prerecord Movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shooting a Snapshot while Shooting a Movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recording Audio Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Voice Recording) 45 .. .. .. .. 45 47 48 48 ❚ To play back an audio recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ Controlling Image Sharpness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Sharpness) . . . Controlling Color Saturation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Saturation) . . . Adjusting Image Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Contrast) . . . Specifying Flash Intensity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Flash Intensity) . . . Turning On Flash Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ Viewing and Storing Images on a Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Save images to a computer automatically/Manage images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Playing Movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Uploading Movie Files to YouTube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Transferring Images from Your Computer to Camera Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . .
❚ Battery Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 ❚ Using the Camera in another Country . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Using a Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 ❚ To replace the memory card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 Computer System Requirements for Bundled Software . . . . . . . . . . .
Quick Start Basics What is a digital camera? A digital camera stores images on a memory card, so you can record and delete images a countless number of times. Record Delete Play You can use the images you record in a variety of different ways. Store images on your computer. Print images. 9 Attach images to e-mail.
What you can do with your CASIO camera Your CASIO camera is packed with a powerful selection of features and functions to make recording of digital images easier, including the following three main functions. Auto Shutter The camera releases the shutter automatically when it detects the camera is still, the subject is smiling, etc. See page 28 for more information. Face Recognition Point the camera at a person and it automatically detects the person’s face for beautiful portraits every time.
First, charge the battery prior to use. Note that the battery of a newly purchased camera is not charged. Perform the steps under “To charge the battery” to bring the battery to a full charge. • Your camera requires a special CASIO rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-40) for power. Never try to use any other type of battery. To charge the battery 1. Positioning the positive + and negative - terminals of the battery with those of the charger unit, load the battery into the charger unit. 2.
To load the battery 1. Open the battery cover. 1 Slide the battery cover slider towards OPEN and then open it as indicated by the arrows in the illustration. 2. 2 Load the battery. Stopper With the EXILIM logo on the battery facing upwards (in the direction of the monitor screen), hold the stopper next to the battery in the direction indicated by the arrow as you slide the battery into the camera. Press the battery in until the stopper secures it in place. 3. Battery Close the battery cover.
Configuring the Display Language the First Time You Turn On the Camera The first time you load a battery into the camera, a screen appears for configuring the display language, date, and time settings. Failure to set the date and time correctly will cause the wrong date and time data to be recorded with images. [ON/OFF] [BS] =8? =4? =2? =6? [SET] 1. Press [ON/OFF] to turn on the camera. 2. Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to select the language you want and then press [SET]. 3.
Preparing a Memory Card Though the camera has built-in memory that can be used to store images and movies, you probably will want to purchase a commercially available memory card for greater capacity. The camera does not come with a memory card. Images recorded while a memory card is loaded are saved to the memory card. When no memory card is loaded, images are saved to built-in memory. • For information about memory card capacities, see page 165.
To format (initialize) a new memory card You need to format a new memory card before using it for the first time. 1. Turn on the camera and press [MENU]. 2. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Format” and then press [6]. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Format” and then press [SET]. IMPORTANT! • Formatting a memory card that already has snapshots or other files on it, will delete its contents. Normally you do not need to format a memory card again.
To shoot a snapshot 1. Press [r] (REC) to turn on the camera. Make sure R is on the display. If it isn’t, see page 50. Snapshot mode icon Monitor screen Shutter button [r] (REC) 2. Point the camera at the subject. You can zoom the image, if you want. Zoom controller 3. Half-press the shutter button to focus the image. z Telephoto w Wide Angle Back lamp When focus is complete, the camera will beep, the back lamp will light green, and the focus frame will turn green.
4. Continuing to keep the camera still, press the shutter button the rest of the way down. This records the snapshot. Full-press Shooting a Movie [0] Press [0] to start movie recording. Press [0] again to stop movie recording. See page 45 for details. Snap (Image is recorded.) . Using Quick Shutter Fully pressing the shutting button without waiting for Auto Focus to operate will record using Quick Shutter (page 70).
Holding the Camera Correctly Your images will not come out clearly if you move the camera when you press the shutter button. When pressing the shutter button, be sure to hold the camera as shown in the illustration below, and keep it still by pressing your arms firmly against your sides as you shoot. Holding the camera still, carefully press the shutter button and take care to avoid all movement as the shutter releases and for a few moments after it releases.
Viewing Snapshots Use the following procedure to view snapshots on the camera’s monitor screen. • For information about how to play back movies, see page 80. 1. Press [p] (PLAY) to enter the PLAY mode. • This will display one of the snapshots currently stored in memory. • Information about the displayed snapshot also is included (page [p] (PLAY) 155). • You also can clear the information to view only the snapshot. • You can zoom in on the image by sliding the zoom controller towards z (page 81).
Deleting Images If memory becomes full, you can delete images you no longer need to free up storage and record more images. • Remember that a file (image) delete operation cannot be undone. • Deleting an audio snapshot (page 99) deletes both the snapshot and the audio file. To delete a single file 1. Press [p] (PLAY) to enter the PLAY mode and then press [2] ( ). 2. Use [4] and [6] to scroll through the files until the one you want to delete is displayed. 3.
Snapshot Shooting Precautions Operation • Never open the battery cover while the back lamp is flashing green. Doing so can result in the image you just shot being saved incorrectly, damage to other images stored in memory, malfunction of the camera, etc. • If unwanted light is shining directly onto the lens, shade the lens with your hand when shooting an image.
Turning the Camera On and Off To turn power on To enter the REC Mode, press [ON/OFF] (Power) or [r] (REC). To enter the PLAY mode, press [p] (PLAY). The back lamp will light (green) momentarily and the camera will turn on. If you are entering the REC mode, the lens will extend from the camera at this time. • Take care to ensure that nothing is restricting or coming into contact with the lens as it extends. Holding the lens with your hand so it cannot extend creates the risk of malfunction.
Snapshot Tutorial Using the Control Panel The Control Panel can be used to configure camera settings. 1. In the REC mode, press [SET]. This will select one of the Control Panel icons and display its settings. Control Panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 [SET] 2. Use [8] and [2] to select the setting you want to change.
Changing the Image Size (Size) . Pixels A digital camera image is a collection of small dots called “pixels”. The more pixels there are in an image, the more detail there will be. However, you generally can do with fewer pixels when printing an image (L size) through a print service, attaching an image to e-mail, when viewing the image on a computer, etc. Pixel .
. To select the image size 1. In the REC mode, press [SET]. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select the top Control Panel option (Image Size). 3. Use [4] and [6] to select an image size and then press [SET]. Image Size (Pixels) Suggested Print Size and Application 10M (3648x2736) Poster Print 3:2 (3648x2432) Poster Print 16:9 (3648x2048) HDTV 7M (3072x2304) A3 Print 4M (2304x1728) A4 Print 2M (1600x1200) 3.
Using Flash (Flash) 1. In the REC mode, press [2] ( once. 2. Use [4] and [6] to select the flash setting you want and then press [SET]. ) When the “R Panel” menu item (page 126) is “Off” (so the Control Panel is not displayed), pressing [2] ( ) will cycle through the available flash settings. 3. Flash [2] ( ) > Auto Flash Flash fires automatically in accordance with exposure (amount of light and brightness) conditions. ? Flash Off Flash does not fire. < Flash On Flash always fires.
• Select “Flash Off” for the flash setting when shooting in areas where flash photograph is prohibited. • Approximate Flash Range (ISO Sensitivity: Auto) Wide Angle: 0.2 m to 3.3 m (0.7' to 10.8') Telephoto: 0.5 m to 1.5 m (1.6' to 4.9') * The above values depend on the optical zoom setting. Red-eye Reduction Using the flash to shoot at night or in a dimly lit room can cause red spots inside the eyes of people who are in the image.
Using Auto Shutter (Auto Shutter) With Auto Shutter, the camera releases the shutter automatically when it detects that certain conditions are present. ¸ Detect Blur Camera releases the shutter automatically when it detects image blur to camera and subject movement are minimized. ¯ Detect Panning When panning, the camera releases the shutter automatically when it determines there is no blur in the subject being followed.
To use Detect Panning to minimize image blur (Detect Panning) 1. Point the camera at location where the subject will pass and then halfpress the shutter button to adjust exposure and focus. 2. Press the shutter button the rest of the way down. This will put the camera into Auto Shutter standby. Move the camera to follow the movement of the subject. The camera will release the shutter automatically the moment it determines there is no blur in the subject you are following.
To change Auto Shutter trigger sensitivity (Sensitivity) 1. In the REC mode, press [SET]. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select the fourth Control Panel option from the top (Sensitivity). 3. Use [4] and [6] to select the sensitivity setting you want, and then press [SET]. • You can select any one of three sensitivity levels, from ø (Lowest) to œ (Highest). • With the œ (Highest) setting, the auto shutter release is triggered relatively easily.
Tips for Better Auto Shutter Snapshots • Using Auto Shutter in combination with Anti Shake (page 67) reduces the chance of image blur even more. • While recording with Detect Blur or Detect Smile, keep the camera as still as possible until the recording operation is complete. IMPORTANT! • If the camera remains in Auto Shutter standby without releasing the shutter, you can record an image by pressing the shutter button all the way down again.
Using Face Recognition (Face Recognition) The face recognition feature adjusts focus and brightness to the faces in the image. Face recognition has two modes, described below. G Normal Detects human faces in the image. H Family First Gives priority to specific faces that have been pre-recorded as family members. To perform a face recognition recording operation (Normal) 1. In the REC mode, press [SET]. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select the fifth Control Panel option from the top (Face Recognition). 3.
Using the Family First Mode (Family First) . To pre-record the faces of family members, etc. 1. In the REC mode, press [SET]. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select the fifth Control Panel option from the top (Face Recognition). 3. Use [4] and [6] to select “K Record Family” and then press [SET]. 4. With the camera pointed straight at the face of the person you want to pre-record, align the frame on the monitor screen with the face and then press the shutter button. 5.
. To assign a priority level to pre-recorded face data You can use the procedure below to assign names and priority levels to pre-recorded faces. 1. In the REC mode, press [SET]. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select the fifth Control Panel option from the top (Face Recognition). 3. Use [4] and [6] to select “J Edit Family” and then press [SET]. Face data editing screen This will display the face data editing screen. 4.
. To add a face data shot to an existing pre-recorded family member Face recognition efficiency can be improved by recording three or four face data shots under various conditions for a single individual. 1. In the REC mode, press [SET]. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select the fifth Control Panel option from the top (Face Recognition). 3. Use [4] and [6] to select “J Edit Family” and then press [SET]. 4.
. To shoot a snapshot using pre-recorded face data 1. In the REC mode, press [SET]. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select the fifth Control Panel option from the top (Face Recognition). 3. Use [4] and [6] to select “H Face Recognition: Family First” and then press [SET]. 4. Point the camera at the subject(s). The camera will detect human faces and display a boundary around each one. • The boundaries will be colored according to the priority level of the face: white (lowest), yellow, or light blue (highest).
Tips for Best Face Recognition Results • Face recognition in the Family First mode is slightly faster than that in the Normal mode. Also, compared with the Normal mode, the Family First mode will not be able to detect faces that are far away and small. • The camera performs center focus if it cannot detect a face. • Always make sure that Auto Focus (AF) is selected as the focus mode when shooting with face recognition. • Face recognition may take a bit longer when you hold the camera sideways.
Using Continuous Shutter (Continuous) Your camera has three continuous shutter modes. Z Normal Speed CS Continually records images until memory becomes full. V High Speed CS Continually records images at a speed that is faster than Normalspeed, until memory becomes full. Image size is fixed at 2M (1600x1200 pixels). C Flash CS Flash Continuous Shutter shoots up to three images with flash if the shutter button is kept depressed.
NOTE • With continuous shutter, exposure and focus for the first image are applied for successive images as well. • Continuous shutter cannot be used in combination with any of the following. Some BEST SHOT scenes (ID Photo, Business cards and documents, White board, etc., Prerecord (Movie), For YouTube, Voice Recording) • The continuous shutter rate depends on the current image size and image quality settings.
Specifying ISO Sensitivity (ISO) ISO sensitivity is a measure of sensitivity to light. 1. In the REC mode, press [SET]. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select the seventh Control Panel option from the top (ISO Sensitivity). 3. Use [4] and [6] to select the setting you want and then press [SET]. Auto Adjusts sensitivity automatically according to conditions ISO 50 Lower sensitivity Slow shutter speed Less noise Fast shutter speed (Set for shooting in dimly lit areas.
Correcting Image Brightness (EV Shift) You can manually adjust an image’s exposure value (EV value) before shooting it. • Exposure Compensation Range: –2.0EV to +2.0EV • Unit: 1/3EV 1. In the REC mode, press [SET]. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select the second Control Panel option from the bottom (EV Shift). 3. Use [4] and [6] to adjust the exposure compensation value. [6]: Increases the EV value. A higher EV value is best for light-colored subjects and backlit subjects. [4]: Decreases the EV value.
Changing the Control Panel Date Style 1. In the REC mode, press [SET]. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select the bottom Control Panel option (Date). Use [4] and [6] to select the date or time. NOTE • You can select either of two display style (page 132) for the date: Month/Day or Day/Month. • The time is displayed using 24-hour format.
NOTE • The higher the digital zoom factor, the coarser the recorded image. Note that the camera also has a function that lets you record using digital zoom without image deterioration (page 44). • Use of a tripod is recommended to protect against image blur due to camera movement when shooting with telephoto. • Performing a zoom operation changes the lens aperture. • Digital zoom only is available during movie recording.
• The image deterioration point depends on the image size (page 24). The smaller the image size, the higher the zoom factor you can use before reaching the image deterioration point. • Though digital zoom generally causes a deterioration of image quality, some digital zoom without image deterioration is possible with image sizes of “7M” and smaller. The range in which you can use digital zoom without image deterioration is indicated on the display. The deterioration point depends on the image size.
Recording Movie Images and Audio To record a movie 1. Configure the quality setting for the movie (page 74). The length of the movie you can record will depend on the quality setting you select. 2. In the REC mode, press [0] (Movie). Remaining recording time This will start recording and display Y on the monitor screen. Movie recording includes monaural audio. 3. Press [0] again to stop recording. Movie recording also will stop automatically if memory becomes full before you press [0].
NOTE • Spending a long time using movie recording will cause the camera to become slightly warm to the touch. This is normal and does not indicate malfunction. • The camera also records audio. Note the following points when shooting a movie. – Take care that the microphone is not blocked by your fingers, Microphone etc. – Good recording results are not possible when the camera is too far away from what you are trying to record.
Using Prerecord Movie With this feature, the camera prerecords up to five seconds of whatever is happening in front of the lens in a buffer that is continually updated. Pressing [0] saves the prerecorded action (buffer contents) followed by real-time recording. Real-time recording continues until you stop it. [0] [0] Movie Recording start 5-second prerecorded part (from the buffer) Recording end . To set up the camera to shoot with Prerecord Movie 1. In the REC mode, press [BS]. 2.
Shooting a Snapshot while Shooting a Movie 1. While a movie is being recorded, press the shutter button. Movie recording continues after the snapshot is recorded. NOTE • You cannot shoot a snapshot during movie recording in the optical zoom range of 1X to 1.4X. • You can use [2] ( ) while shooting a movie to change the flash mode setting. • Move recording is interrupted for a few seconds at the point where a snapshot is recorded.
About audio data • Audio files can be played back on a computer with QuickTime (pages 114, 122) – Audio Data: WAVE/IMA-ADPCM (WAV extension) – Audio File Size: Approximately 165KB (Approximately 30 seconds of recording at 5.5KB per second) To play back an audio recording 1. In the PLAY mode, use [4] and [6] to display the Voice Recording file you want to play. ` is displayed in place of an image for a Voice Recording file. 2. Press [SET] to start playback.
Using BEST SHOT What is BEST SHOT? BEST SHOT provides you with a collection of sample “scenes” that show a variety of different types of shooting conditions. When you need to change the setup of the camera, simply find the scene that matches what you are trying to achieve, and the camera sets up for it automatically. This helps to minimize the chance of ruined images due to poor exposure and shutter speed settings.
4. Press the shutter button (if you are shooting a snapshot) or [0] (if you are shooting a movie). NOTE • The BEST SHOT YouTube scene sets up the camera for recording movies that are optimized for uploading to YouTube. Movies recorded with the YouTube scene are stored in a special folder to make them easy to locate for uploading (page 114). Maximum recording time while the YouTube scene is selected is 10 minutes. .
• High Sensitivity – The high sensitivity setting is disabled whenever the camera’s flash fires. – High sensitivity may not produce the desired results in very dark conditions. – When shooting with slow shutter speeds, use a tripod to protect against blurring due to camera movement. – Under certain lighting conditions, the camera will perform an automatic noise filtering operation to reduce digital noise in the image.
NOTE • BEST SHOT snapshot scenes can be used for snapshots only and movie scenes can be used for movies only. • You can check the settings of the currently selected BEST SHOT scene by displaying the camera’s setting menus and looking at its settings. • User snapshot scenes are assigned numbers in the sequence: SU1, SU2, and so on, while movies are assigned numbers in the sequence: MU1, MU2, and so on. • The following are the settings that are saved for each user snapshot BEST SHOT scene.
Shooting with AUTO BEST SHOT With AUTO BEST SHOT, the camera automatically selects the BEST SHOT scene that suits your subject and shooting conditions, and configures its settings accordingly. The following are the scenes selected automatically by AUTO BEST SHOT. Portrait, Scenery, Night Scene, Night Scene Portrait, Flower, Sports, etc. 1. Press [BS] and then select the “AUTO BEST SHOT” scene. 2. Point the camera at the subject.
Shooting ID Photographs You can use this procedure to shoot a portrait and then print it out in the following standard ID photo sizes: 30x24mm, 40x30mm, 45x35mm, 50x40mm, 55x45mm. 1. Press [BS] and then select the “ID Photo” scene. 2. Press the shutter button to shoot a portrait of the person for whom you want to create an ID photo. 3. Adjust the position of the face in the image. [8] [2] [4] [6] :Moves the portrait up, down, left, and right. Zoom controller :Zooms the portrait in and out.
Shooting Images of Business Cards and Documents The Business Shot scenes of BEST SHOT produce images in which lines are straight and natural, even if rectangular subjects are shot from an angle. This process is called “keystone correction”. Before keystone correction After keystone correction Business cards and documents White board, etc. BEST SHOT has two Business Shot scenes. 1. Press [BS] and then select the “Business cards and documents” or “White board, etc.” scene. 2.
NOTE • When composing an image like the ones shown above, make sure that the entire outline of the object you are trying to shoot is enclosed within the monitor screen. • Make sure the object is against a background that allows its outline to stand out. • VGA size images are stored as VGA size images. All other size images are stored as 2M (1600x1200 pixels) images. • Digital zoom is disabled while shooting with a Business Shot scene. However, you can use optical zoom (page 42).
NOTE • You can shoot with the self-portrait feature in combination with a continuous shutter (CS) mode (page 38). Operation is the same as that when a continuous shutter (CS) mode is used in combination with Auto Shutter. See page 30 for more information. IMPORTANT! • If the camera remains in Auto Shutter standby without releasing the shutter, you can record an image by pressing the shutter button all the way down again.
Advanced Settings The following are menu operations you can use to configure various camera settings. • You also can use the Control Panel (page 23) to configure some of the settings that appear on the menu screen. Refer to the page references provided in this section for information about configuring settings using the Control Panel. Using On-screen Menus . Example Menu Screen Operation Press [MENU] to display the menu screen. • Menu contents are different in the REC mode and PLAY mode.
3. Use [8] and [2] to select the menu item you want, and then press [6]. 4. Use [8] and [2] to change the setting. 5. After the setting is the way you want, press [SET]. • Pressing [4] registers the selected setting and Example: When “Focus” is selected on the “REC” tab returns to the menu. • To configure settings on another tab after pressing [4] to return to the menu, use [8] to move the highlighting up to the tabs, and then use [4] and [6] to select the tab you want. Tabs Settings .
REC Mode Settings (REC) Selecting a Focus Mode (Focus) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Focus Settings Type of Shot Focus Mode Snapshot Movies Approximate Focus Range*1 Snapshot Movies Q Auto Focus General recording Automatic Approximately 40 cm to 9 (infinity) (1.3' to 9) ´ Macro Close ups Automatic Approximately 18 cm to Fixed focal point 50 cm (7.1" to 19.
*4 (m) Normal Macro Zoom Steps Close Up Telephoto Center distance Z1 (Wide) Approx. 0.50 (1.6') 9 0.25 (9.8") 2 Approx. 0.55 (1.8') 9 0.25 (9.8") 3 Approx. 0.70 (2.3') 9 0.30 (11.8") 4 Approx. 0.85 (2.8') 9 0.40 (15.7") 5 Approx. 1.10 (3.6') 9 0.50 (19.7") 6 Approx. 1.40 (4.6') 9 0.55 (21.7") 7 Approx. 1.70 (5.6') 9 0.60 (23.6") 8 Approx. 2.00 (6.6') 9 0.60 (23.6") 9 (Tele) Approx. 2.40 (7.9') 9 0.60 (23.6") NOTE • Above values are for reference only.
To focus with manual focus 1. On the monitor screen, compose the image so the subject you want to focus on is within the yellow boundary. 2. Watching the image on the monitor screen use [4] and [6] to adjust focus. • At this time the image that is within the boundary will enlarge and fill the monitor screen, which aids in focusing. If you do not perform any operation for two seconds while the enlarged image is displayed, the screen in step 1 will re-appear.
Using Focus Lock “Focus lock” is a technique you can use when you want to compose an image in which the subject you want to focus on is not within the focus frame in the center of the screen. • To use focus lock, select “U Spot” or “O Tracking” for the Auto Focus area (page 68). 1. Align the monitor screen’s focus frame with the subject you want to focus on and then half-press the shutter button. 2.
Using Continuous Shutter (Continuous) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Continuous For details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 38. Using the Self-timer (Self-timer) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Self-timer With the Self-timer, pressing the shutter button starts a timer. The shutter is released and the image is shot after a fixed amount of time.
NOTE • The Self-timer cannot be used together with the following features. Normal-speed Continuous Shutter, High-speed Continuous Shutter, some BEST SHOT scenes (Prerecord (Movie), Voice Recording) • The Triple Self-timer cannot be used together with the following features. Auto Shutter, Flash Continuous Shutter, Movie Mode, some BEST SHOT scenes (ID Photo, Business cards and documents, White board, etc.
Reducing the Effects of Camera and Subject Movement (Anti Shake) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Anti Shake You can turn on the camera’s Anti Shake feature to reduce image blur due to subject movement or camera movement when shooting a moving subject using telephoto, when shooting a fast-moving subject, or when shooting under dim lighting conditions. Auto Minimizes the effects of hand and subject movement.
Specifying the Auto Focus Area (AF Area) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * AF Area U Spot This mode takes readings of a small area in the center of the image. This setting works well with focus lock (page 64). I Multi When you half-press the shutter button while this setting selected, the camera will select the optimum Auto Focus area from among nine possible areas. The focus frame of the area where the camera focuses will be displayed in green.
Changing the Focus Frame Shape (Focus Frame) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Focus Frame You can use this procedure to select from among five different shapes, including a heart shape, for the focus frame. Settings ß ¹ ™ ¬ μ NOTE • Half-pressing the shutter button will cause the focus frame to change one of the shapes shown below. Focus successful Focus not successful • When shooting with face recognition, the frame shape is ß.
Assigning Functions to the [4] and [6] Keys (L/R Key) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * L/R Key You can assign one of the five functions listed below to the [4] and [6] keys.
Displaying the On-screen Grid (Grid) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Grid The on-screen grid can be displayed on the REC mode monitor screen for easy vertical and horizontal alignment when composing images. Turning Digital Zoom On or Off (Digital Zoom) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Digital Zoom You can use this setting to turn digital zoom on or off. When digital zoom is turned off, operating the zoom controller zooms the image with optical zoom only.
Configuring Power On Default Settings (Memory) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Memory When you turn off the camera, it remembers the current settings of all enabled memory items and restores them when you turn it back on. Any memory item that is disabled will be returned to its initial default setting whenever you turn off the camera.
Image Quality Settings (Quality) Specifying Snapshot Size (Size) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * Size For details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 25.
Specifying Movie Image Quality (Quality (Movie)) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * » Quality (Movie) Movie image quality is a standard that determines the detail, smoothness, and clarity of a movie during playback. Shooting with the high-quality (HQ) setting will result in better image quality, but it also shortens the amount of time you can shoot. Image Quality (Pixels) Approximate Data Rate UHQ 640x480 UHQ Wide 848x480 7.0 Megabits/second HQ 640x480 3.
Controlling White Balance (White Balance) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * White Balance You can adjust white balance to match the source of light available where you are shooting and avoid the blue cast that results when shooting outdoors when it is cloudy, and the green cast that results when shooting under fluorescent lighting.
Specifying ISO Sensitivity (ISO) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * ISO For details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 40. Specifying the Metering Mode (Metering) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * Metering The metering mode determines what part of the subject is metered for exposure. B Multi Multi-pattern metering divides the image into sections and measures the light in each section for a balanced exposure reading.
Reducing Overexposure and Underexposure (Dynamic Range) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * Dynamic Range You can adjust the Dynamic Range setting in order to capture the bright areas of an image while reducing the chance of overexposure and underexposure.
Controlling Image Sharpness (Sharpness) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * Sharpness You can specify one of five sharpness settings from +2 (sharpest) to –2 (least sharp). Controlling Color Saturation (Saturation) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * Saturation You can specify one of five saturation settings from +2 (most saturated) to –2 (least saturated).
Turning On Flash Assist (Flash Assist) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * Flash Assist The subject in an image will look too dark if flash intensity is not enough to reach a subject that is too far away. When this happens, you can use flash assist to supplement the brightness of the subject so it appears as if flash illumination was sufficient. Select “Auto” to turn on Flash Assist.
Viewing Snapshots and Movies Viewing Snapshots See page 19 for the procedure for viewing snapshots. Viewing a Movie 1. Press [p] (PLAY) and then use [4] and [6] to display the movie you want to view. 2. Press [SET] to start playback. Movie icon: » Recording time Image quality Movie Playback Controls Fast forward/ fast reverse [4] [6] • Each press of either button increases the speed of the fast forward or fast reverse operation. • To return to normal playback speed, press [SET].
Zooming an On-screen Image 1. In the PLAY mode, use [4] and [6] to scroll through the images until the one you want is displayed. 2. Slide the zoom controller towards z ([) to zoom. You can use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to scroll the zoomed image on the monitor screen. Slide the zoom controller towards w to unzoom the image. – If display indicators are turned on, an indicator in the lower right corner of the monitor screen shows what part of the zoomed image is currently displayed.
Displaying Images in the Calendar Screen 1. In the PLAY Mode, slide the zoom controller towards w (]) twice. This will display the calendar screen that shows the first image recorded on each day. To display the first image recorded on a particular day, use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to move the selection boundary to the day you want and then press [SET]. To exit the calendar screen, press [MENU] or [BS].
2. Turn on the TV and select its video input mode. If the TV has more than one video input, select the one where the camera is connected. 3. Press [p] (PLAY) to turn on the camera. This will cause an image to appear on the TV screen, without anything appearing on the camera’s monitor screen. • Pressing [ON/OFF] or [r] (REC) will not turn on the camera while the AV cable is connected. • You also can change the aspect ratio of the screen and the video output system (page 135). 4.
NOTE • Audio is monaural. • Certain TVs may cut off part of the images. • Before connecting to a TV to display images, be sure to configure the camera’s [r] (REC) and [p] (PLAY) buttons for “Power On” or “Power On/Off” (page 134). • Audio is initially output by the camera at maximum volume. When you first start displaying images, set the TV volume control at a relatively low level and then adjust it as required. • All icons and indicators that appear on the monitor screen also appear on the TV screen.
Other Playback Functions (PLAY) This section explains menu items that you can use to configure settings and perform other playback operations. For information about menu operations, see page 59.
• To stop the slideshow, press [SET]. Pressing [MENU] instead of [SET] stops the slideshow and returns to the menu screen. • Adjust audio volume by pressing [2] and then press [8] or [2] during playback. • All button operations are disabled while the slideshow is transitioning from one image to another. • The time required for transition from one image to another may be longer in the case of an image that was not recorded with this camera.
2. Perform one of the following operations to open the memory card or built-in memory. This will cause the camera to be recognized by your computer as a Removable Disk (Drive). • Windows 1 Windows XP: Start * My Computer Windows Vista: Start * Computer Windows 2000, Me, 98SE, or 98: Double-click “My Computer”. 2 Double-click “Removable Disk”. • Macintosh 1 Double-click the camera’s drive icon. 3. Create a folder named “SSBGM”. 4.
Laying Out Snapshots with Layout Print (Layout Print) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Layout Print You can use the following procedure to insert existing snapshots into the frames of a layout and produce a new image that contains multiple snapshots. 1. Use [4] and [6] to select the layout pattern you want and then press [SET]. 2. Use [4] and [6] to select the background color and then press [SET]. 3. Use [4] and [6] to select the images you want to include in the layout then press [SET].
Creating a Snapshot of Movie Frames (MOTION PRINT) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Movie Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * MOTION PRINT 1. Use [8] and [2] to select either “9 frames” or “1 frame”. When “9 frames” is selected, the frame you select in step 2 will be in the center of the MOTION PRINT image. 2. 9 frames 1 frame Use [4] and [6] to scroll through the movie frames and display the one you want to use as the image of the MOTION PRINT image. Holding down [4] or [6] scrolls at high speed. 3. Press [SET].
1. Use [8] and [2] to select the editing method you want to use and then press [SET]. 2. Use the following operations to select the frame (point) from which or to which you want to cut the movie (the cut point). 3. Fast forward/fast reverse [4] [6] Play/pause [SET] One frame forward/back [4] [6] Cut range (red) When the frame where you want the cut point to be is displayed, press [2].
NOTE • When you edit a movie, only the result is saved. The original movie is not retained. An editing operation cannot be undone. • A movie that is shorter than five seconds cannot be edited. • Editing of movies recorded with a different type of camera is not supported. • You will not be able to edit a movie if the amount of remaining memory capacity is less than the size of the movie file you want to edit. If there is not enough memory available, delete files you no longer need to free up more.
Adjusting White Balance (White Balance) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * White Balance You can use the white balance setting to select a light source type for a recorded image, which will affect the colors of the image. ¤ Daylight Outdoors, fair weather ' Overcast Outdoors, cloudy to rain, in tree shade, etc. “ Shade Very high temperature light, such as building shade, etc.
Adjusting the Brightness of an Existing Snapshot (Brightness) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Brightness You can select one of five brightness levels, from +2 (brightest) to –2 (least bright). • When you display an altered image on the camera’s monitor screen, the date and time indicates when the image was originally recorded, not when the image was altered.
Using Color Correction to Correct the Color of an Old Photograph (Color Correction) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Color Correction Color Correction lets you correct the color of an old photograph. The corrected image is saved as 2M (1600x1200 pixels) size. 1. Perform the above operation. • An image of the photograph you are restoring will appear on the monitor screen with a red boundary around it.
Selecting Images for Printing (DPOF Printing) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * DPOF Printing See page 104 for details. Protecting a File Against Deletion (Protect) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Protect On Protects specific files. 1Use [4] and [6] to scroll through the files until the one you want to protect is displayed. 2Use [8] and [2] to select “On” and then press [SET]. An image that is protected is indicated by the › icon. 3To protect other files, repeat steps 1 and 2.
Editing the Date and Time of an Image (Date/Time) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Date/Time [8] [2] Changes the setting at the cursor location [4] [6] Moves the cursor between settings [BS] Toggles between 12-hour and 24-hour format When the date and time settings are what you want, press [SET] to apply them. NOTE • The date and time stamped into an image using the Time Stamp (page 131) cannot be edited. • You cannot edit the date and time of an image that is protected.
Resizing a Snapshot (Resize) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Resize You can reduce the size of a snapshot and save the result as a separate snapshot. The original snapshot is also retained. You can select resize an image to one of three image sizes: 7M, 4M, VGA. • Resizing a 16:9 or 3:2 size snapshot will create an image with an aspect ratio of 4:3, with both sides cut off.
Adding Audio to a Snapshot (Dubbing) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Dubbing You can add audio to a snapshot after you shoot it. You can re-record a snapshot’s audio whenever you want. You can record up to about 30 seconds of audio for a single snapshot. 1. Press the shutter button to start audio recording. Remaining recording time 2. Press the shutter button again to stop audio recording.
To play snapshot audio 1. In the PLAY mode, use [4] and [6] to scroll through the images until the Audio Snapshot you want is displayed. An audio snapshot is one that has a ˆ icon. 2. Press [SET] to start playback.
Copying Files (Copy) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Copy Files can be copied from the camera’s built-in memory to a memory card or from a memory card to built-in memory. Built-in * Card Copies all files from built-in camera memory to a memory card. This option copies all the files in built-in camera memory. It cannot be used to copy a single file. Card * Built-in Copies a single file on the memory card to camera built-in camera memory.
Printing Printing Snapshots Professional Print Service You can take a memory card that contains the images you want to print to a professional print service and have them printed. Printing on a Home Printer Printing Images on a Printer with Memory Card Slot You can use a printer equipped with a memory card slot to print images directly from a memory card. For details, see the user documentation that comes with your printer.
Connecting Directly to a PictBridge Compatible Printer You can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports PictBridge and print images without going through a computer. . To set up the camera before connecting to a printer 1. Turn on the camera and press [MENU]. 2. On the “Set Up” tab, select “USB” and then press [6]. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select “PTP (PictBridge)”, and then press [SET]. .
. To print 1. Turn on the printer and load paper. 2. Turn on the camera. This will display the print menu screen. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Paper Size”, and then press [6]. 4. Use [8] and [2] to select a paper size and then press [SET]. • The following are the available paper sizes. 3.5"x5", 5"x7", 4"x6", A4, 8.5"x11", By Printer • Selecting “By Printer” prints using a paper size selected on the printer. • See the documentation that comes with your printer for information about paper settings.
Using DPOF to Specify Images to be Printed and the Number of Copies . Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) DPOF is a standard that allows you to include image type, number of copy, and time stamp on/off information on the memory card with the images. After configuring settings, you can use the memory card to print on a home printer that supports DPOF or take the memory card to a professional print service. • Whether or not you will be able to use DPOF settings for printing depends on the printer you are using.
. Configuring the Same DPOF Settings for All the Images Procedure [p] (PLAY) * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * DPOF Printing * All images 1. Use [8] and [2] to specify the number of copies. You can specify a value up to 99. Specify 00 if you do not want to print the image. • If you want to include the date in the images, press [BS] so “On” is shown for date stamping. 2. Press [SET]. DPOF settings are not cleared automatically after printing is complete.
. Date Stamping You can use one of the following three methods to include the recording date in the printout of an image. Configure DPOF settings (page 104). You can turn date stamping on and off each time you print. You can configure settings so some images include the date stamp and some don’t. Configuring camera settings Configure the Camera’s Time Stamp setting (page 131).
Using the Camera with a Computer Things you can do using a computer... You can perform the operations described below while the camera is connected to a computer. Save images to a computer and view them there • Save images and view them manually (USB connection) (pages 110, 119). • Save images and view them automatically (Photo Loader with HOT ALBUM*) (page 113). Images will be grouped by recording date and displayed in a calendar format.
Using the Camera with a Windows Computer Install the required software in accordance with the version of Windows you are running and what you want to do. When you want to do this: Operating System Version Install this software: Vista / XP / 2000 / Me Installation not required. 110 USB driver Type B • You can download the USB driver from the Official CASIO Digital Camera Website at http://www.exilim.
When you want to do this: View the User’s Guide Operating System Version Install this software: See page: Vista / XP (SP2) / 2000 (SP4) Adobe Reader 8 (Not required if already installed.) 118 Me / 98SE / 98 – • If your computer does not already have Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader installed, go to the Adobe Systems Incorporated website to download and the version of Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader that is compatible with your computer’s operating system. – .
Viewing and Storing Images on a Computer You can connect the camera to your computer in order to view and store images (snapshot and movie files). If your computer is running Windows 98SE or 98, you need to install the USB driver (page 108). You can download the USB driver from the Official CASIO Digital Camera Website at http://www.exilim.
5. Turn on the camera. 6. Copy images to your computer. Windows XP 1Select “Open folder to view files” and then click “OK”. 2Drag the “DCIM” folder to your Windows desktop to copy it. Windows Vista 1Select “Open folder to view files”. 2Drag the “DCIM” folder to your Windows desktop to copy it. Windows 2000, Me, 98SE, 98 1Double-click “My Computer”. 2Double-click “Removable Disk”. 3Drag the “DCIM” folder to your Windows desktop to copy it. 7.
. To view images you copied to your computer 1. Double-click the copied “DCIM” folder to open it. 2. Double-click the folder that contains the images you want to view. 3. Double-click the image file you want to view. • For information about file names, see “Memory Folder Structure” on page 124. • An image that was rotated on the camera will be displayed on your computer screen in its original (unrotated) orientation.
Save images to a computer automatically/Manage images Installing Photo Loader with HOT ALBUM on your computer makes it possible to transfer images from the camera to your computer automatically. . To install Photo Loader with HOT ALBUM 1. Start up your computer, and place the bundled CD-ROM into its CDROM drive. Normally, this should cause the menu screen to appear automatically.
Playing Movies You can play back movies on your computer if it has QuickTime 7 or higher installed. To play back a movie, first copy it to your computer and then double-click the movie file. . To install QuickTime 7 1. On the CD-ROM menu screen (page 113), select “QuickTime 7”. 2. After reading the information about installation conditions and system requirements for installation in the “Read me” file, install QuickTime 7. .
. To upload a movie file to YouTube • Before you can use YouTube Uploader for CASIO, you need to go to the YouTube website (http://www.youtube.com/) and register as a user there. • Do not upload any video that is copyrighted (including neighboring copyrights) unless you yourself own the copyright or you have obtained the permission of the applicable copyright holder(s). • The maximum file size for each upload is 100 MB. 1. Record the move you want to upload using the “For YouTube” BEST SHOT movie scene.
Transferring Images from Your Computer to Camera Memory If you want to transfer images from your computer to the camera, install Photo Transport on your computer from the CD-ROM that comes with the camera. . To install Photo Transport 1. On the CD-ROM menu screen (page 113), select “Photo Transport”. 2. After reading the information about installation conditions and system requirements for installation in the “Read me” file, install Photo Transport. . To transfer images to the camera 1.
. To transfer computer screen captures to the camera 1. Connect the camera to your computer (page 110). 2. On your computer, click the following: Start * All Programs * Casio * Photo Transport. This starts up Photo Transport. 3. Display the screen whose screen capture you want to transfer. 4. Click the [Capture] button. 5. Draw a boundary around the area you want to capture. Move your mouse pointer to the upper left corner of the area you want to capture and then hold down the mouse button.
Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) 1. Start up your computer, and place the bundled CD-ROM into its CDROM drive. Normally, this should cause the menu screen to appear automatically. If your computer does not display the menu screen automatically, navigate to the CDROM on your computer and then double-click the “AutoMenu.exe” file. 2. On the menu screen, click the “Language” down arrow button and then select the language you want. 3. Click “Manual” to select it and then click “Digital Camera”.
Using the Camera with a Macintosh Install the required software in accordance with what version of the Macintosh OS you are running and what you want to do. When you want to do this: Save images to your Macintosh and view them there manually Operating Install this software: System Version Mac OS 9 Mac OS X Mac OS 9 Save images to your Macintosh automatically/ Manage images Mac OS X Play movies See page: Installation not required. Use commercially available software.
4. Turn off the camera and then use the USB cable that comes with the camera to connect it to your Macintosh. USB port USB cable Large connector • The camera does not draw power over the USB cable. Make sure the Small connector camera’s battery is sufficiently charged USB/AV port before connecting.
. To view copied images 1. Double-click the camera’s drive icon. 2. Double-click the “DCIM” folder to open it. 3. Double-click the folder that contains the images you want to view. 4. Double-click the image file you want to view. • For information about file names, see “Memory Folder Structure” on page 124. • An image that was rotated on the camera will be displayed on your Macintosh screen in its original (unrotated) orientation.
Playing a Movie You can use QuickTime, which comes bundled with your operating system, to play back movies on a Macintosh. To play back a movie, first copy it to your Macintosh and then double-click the movie file. . Minimum System Requirements for Movie Playback The minimum system requirements described below are necessary to play back movies recorded with this camera on a Macintosh. Operating System :Mac OS X 10.3.
Files and Folders The camera creates a file and saves it each time you shoot a snapshot, record a movie, or perform any other operation that stores data. Files are grouped by storing them in folders. Each file and folder has its own unique name. • For details about how folders are organized in memory, see “Memory Folder Structure” (page 124). Name and Maximum Number Allowed Example Each folder can contain up to 9999 files named CIMG0001 through CIMG9999.
Memory Card Data The camera stores images you shoot in accordance with the Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF). . About DCF DCF is a standard that makes it possible to view and print images recorded on one manufacturer’s camera on DCF-compliant devices produced by other manufacturers. You can transfer DCF-compliant images recorded with another camera to this camera and view them on this camera’s monitor screen. . Memory Folder Structure 100CASIO *1 CIMG0001.JPG CIMG0002.MOV CIMG0003.WAV CIMG0004.
. Supported Image Files • Image files shot with this camera • DCF-compliant image files This camera may not be able to display an image, even if it is DCF-compliant. When displaying an image recorded on another camera, it may take a long time for the image to appear on this camera’s monitor screen. . Built-in Memory and Memory Card Data Handling Precautions • Whenever copying memory contents to your computer, you should copy the DCIM folder and all of its contents.
Other Settings (Set Up) This section explains menu items that you can use to configure settings and perform other operations in both the REC mode and PLAY mode. For information about menu operations, see page 59. Selecting a REC Mode Screen Layout (R Panel) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * R Panel The REC mode screen layout settings let you select the layout of icons. On Off Displays the Control Panel. The Control Panel makes it quick and easy to change certain camera settings.
Selecting a PLAY Mode Screen Layout (P Display) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * P Display The PLAY mode screen layout settings let you select how display images are shown on the monitor screen. Wide 4:3 With this setting, the display image is the maximum possible size that allows the entire image to be displayed horizontally. With some aspect ratios, the top and bottom of the image will be cut off. 100% of the display image is always visible.
Configuring Camera Sound Settings (Sounds) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * Sounds Startup Half Shutter Shutter Specifies the startup sound Sound 1 - 5: Built-in sounds (1 through 5) Off: Sound off Operation Operation (=) Specifies the sound volume. This setting is also used as the audio level during video output (page 82). Play (=) Specifies the volume of movie and Audio Snapshot audio output. This volume setting is not used during video output (from the USB/AV port).
Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Rule (File No.) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * File No. Use the following procedure to specify the rule that governs generation of the serial number used in file names (page 123). Continue Tells the camera to remember the last used file number. A new file will be named using the next sequential number, even if files are deleted or if a blank memory card is loaded.
Configuring World Time Settings (World Time) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * World Time You can use the World Time screen to view the current time in a zone that is different from your Home City when you go on a trip, etc. World Time displays the current time in 162 cities in 32 time zones around the globe. 1. Use [8] and [2] to select “World” and then press [6]. • To change the geographic area and city for the time where you normally use the camera, select “Home”. 2.
Time Stamping Snapshots (Timestamp) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * Timestamp You can configure the camera to stamp the recording date only, or date and time in the lower right corner of each snapshot. • Once date and time information is stamped into a snapshot, it cannot be edited or deleted. Example: December 19, 2009, 1:25 p.m.
Setting the Camera’s Clock (Adjust) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * Adjust [8] [2] Change the setting at the cursor location [4] [6] Move the cursor between settings [BS] Toggles between 12-hour and 24-hour format When the date and time settings are what you want, press [SET] to apply them. • You can specify a date from 1980 to 2049. • Be sure to select your Home City (page 130) before setting the time and date.
Specifying the Display Language (Language) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * Language . Specify the display language you want. 1 Select the tab on the right. 2 Select “Language”. 3 Select the language you want. 1 23 Configuring Sleep State Settings (Sleep) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * Sleep This feature turns off the monitor screen whenever no camera operation is performed for a preset amount of time. Press any button to turn the monitor screen back on.
Configuring Auto Power Settings (Auto Power Off) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * Auto Power Off Auto Power Off turns off the camera whenever no camera operation is performed for a preset amount of time. Trigger Time Settings: 1 min, 2 min, 5 min (The trigger time is always 5 minutes in the PLAY mode.) Auto Power Off is disabled under any of the following conditions.
Configuring USB Protocol Settings (USB) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * USB You can use the procedure below to select the USB communication protocol, which is used when exchanging data with a computer, printer, or other external device. Mass Storage Select this setting when connecting to a computer or other device that supports USB DIRECT-PRINT (page 102). With this setting, the computer sees the camera as an external storage device.
Formatting Built-in Memory or a Memory Card (Format) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * Format If a memory card is loaded in the camera, this operation will format the memory card. It will format built-in memory if no memory card is loaded. • The format operation will delete all contents on the memory card or in built-in memory. It cannot be undone. Make sure you do not need any data currently on the card or in built-in memory before you format it. • Formatting built-in memory will delete the following data.
Configuring Monitor Screen Settings You can turn display information on and off by pressing [8] (DISP). You can configure separate settings for the REC mode and PLAY mode. Show Displays information about image settings, etc.
How to Use the Histogram A histogram is a graph that represents the lightness of an image in terms of the number of pixels. The vertical axis indicates the number of pixels, while the horizontal axis indicates lightness. If the histogram appears too lopsided for some reason, you can use EV shift to move it left or right in order to achieve better balance. Optimum exposure can be achieved by EV shifting so the graph is as close to the center as possible.
Appendix Precautions during Use . Avoid Use While In Motion • Never use the camera to record or play back images while operating an automobile or other vehicle, or while walking. Looking at the monitor while in motion creates the risk of serious accident. . Directly Viewing the Sun or Bright Light • Never look at the sun or any other bright light through the cameras viewfinder. Doing so can damage your eyesight. . Flash • Never use the flash unit in areas where flammable or explosive gas may be present.
. Smoke, abnormal odor, overheating, and other abnormalities • Continued use of the camera while it is emitting smoke or strange odor, or while it is overheating creates the risk of fire and electric shock. Immediately perform the following steps whenever any of the above symptoms are present. 1. Turn off the camera. 2. Remove the battery from the camera, taking care to protect yourself against burn injury. 3. Contact your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. .
. Locations To Be Avoided • Never leave the camera in any of the following types of locations. Doing so creates the risk of fire and electric shock. – Areas subject to large amounts of humidity or dust – Food preparation areas or other locations where oil smoke is present – Near heaters, on a heated carpet, in areas exposed to direct sunlight, in a closed vehicle parked in the sun, or other areas subject to very high temperatures • Never place the camera on an unstable surface, on a high shelf, etc.
• Should you ever notice leakage, strange odor, heat generation, discoloration, deformation, or any other abnormal condition while using, charging, or storing a battery, immediately remove it from the camera or charger unit and keep it away from open flame. • Do not use or leave the battery under direct sunlight, in an automobile parked in the sun, or in any other area subject to high temperatures. Doing so can damage the battery, and cause deterioration of its performance and loss of service life.
. Power Supply • Use only the special rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-40) to power this camera. Use of any other type of battery is not supported. • The camera does not have a separate battery for the clock. The date and time settings of the camera are cleared about two days after power is cut off from the battery. If this happens, be sure to reconfigure these settings after power is restored (page 132). . Data Error Precautions Your digital camera is manufactured using precision digital components.
. Condensation Sudden and extreme temperature changes, such as when the camera is moved from the outdoors on a cold winter day into a warm room, can cause water droplets called “condensation” to form on the interior and the exterior of the camera, which creates the risk of malfunction. To prevent condensation from forming seal the camera in a plastic bag before changing locations. Then leave the bag sealed to allow the air inside to naturally change to the same temperature as the air in the new location.
. Charger Unit Handling Precautions - 0 Never plug the power cord into an outlet whose voltage rating is different from that marked on the power cord. Doing so creates the risk of fire, malfunction, and electric shock. 0 Take care to protect the power cord against damage and breaking. Never place heavy objects onto the power cord, or expose it to intense heat. Doing so can damage the power cord, creating the risk of fire and electric shock.
. Copyrights Except for your own personal enjoyment, unauthorized use of use of snapshots or movies of images whose rights belong to others, without the permission of the right holder, is forbidden by copyright laws. In some cases, shooting of public performances, shows, exhibitions, etc. may be restricted entirely, even if it is for your own personal enjoyment.
Any and all unauthorized commercial copying, distribution, and copying of the bundled software over a network are prohibited. This product contains PrKERNELv4 Real-time OS of eSOL Co., Ltd. Copyright © 2007 eSOL Co., Ltd. PrKERNELv4 is a registered trademark of eSOL Co., Ltd. in Japan. This product’s YouTube upload functionality is included under license from YouTube, LLC. The presence of YouTube upload functionality in this product is not an endorsement or recommendation of the product by YouTube, LLC.
Power Supply Charging If the [CHARGE] lamp does not light red... Charging cannot be performed because ambient temperature or the temperature of the charger is too hot or too cold. Wait until the camera returns to normal temperature. When the camera returns to a temperature where charging can be performed, the [CHARGE] lamp will light red. If the [CHARGE] lamp flashes red... The battery is faulty or the battery is loaded in the charger incorrectly.
Battery Precautions . Precautions during Use • Operation provided by a battery under cold conditions is always less than operation under normal temperatures. This is due to the characteristics of the battery, not the camera. • Charge the battery in an area where the temperature is within the range of 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F). Outside this temperature range charging can take longer than normal or even fail.
Using a Memory Card See page 14 for information about supported memory cards and how to load a memory card. To replace the memory card Press the memory card and then release it. This will cause it to pop out of the memory card slot slightly. Pull the card out the rest of the way and then insert another one. • Never remove a card from the camera while the back lamp is flashing green. Doing so can cause the image save operation to fail and even damage the memory card. .
. Memory Card Handling Precautions Certain types of cards can slow down processing speeds. In particular, you may experience problems saving high-quality (UHQ, UHQ Wide, HQ, and HQ Wide) movies. Use of certain types of memory cards increase the time it takes to record movies, which can cause movie frames to be lost. This condition is indicated by » and Y flashing on the monitor screen. Use of a memory card with a maximum transfer speed of at least 10MB per second is recommended. .
Computer System Requirements for Bundled Software Computer system requirements are different for each of the applications. Be sure to check the requirements for the particular application you are trying to use. Note that the values provided here are minimum requirements for running each application. Actual requirements are greater, depending on the number of images and the sizes of the images being handled.
General Guide The numbers in parentheses indicate the pages where each item is explained. .
Monitor Screen Contents The monitor screen uses various indicators, icons, and values to keep you informed of the camera’s status. • The sample screens in this section are intended to show you the locations of all the indicators and figures that can appear on the monitor screen in various modes. They do not represent screens that actually appear on the camera. .
. Movie Recording Panel : On 12 3 1Focus mode (page 61) 2White balance setting (page 75) 3Recording mode (page 45) 4Remaining movie memory capacity 45 (page 45) 9 8 6 7 5Movie recording time (page 45) 6Exposure compensation (page 41) 7Battery level indicator (page 12) 8Histogram (page 137) 9Anti Shake (page 67) Panel : Off 12 3 4 5 9 8 7 6 .
. Movie Playback 12 3 4 5 1File type 2Protect indicator (page 95) 3Folder name/file name (page 123) 4Movie recording time (page 80) 5Movie image quality (page 74) 6Date/time (page 42) 7Battery level indicator (page 12) 6 7 Reset Initial Default Settings The tables in this section show the initial default settings that are configured for menu items (displayed when you press [MENU]) after you reset the camera (page 136). Menu items depend on whether the camera is in the REC mode or PLAY mode.
“Quality” Tab Size 10M (3648x2736) R Quality (Snapshots) Normal » Quality (Movies) HQ EV Shift 0.0 White Balance Auto ISO Auto Metering B Multi Dynamic Range Off Portrait Refiner Off Color Filter Off Sharpness 0 Saturation 0 Contrast 0 Flash Intensity 0 Flash Assist Auto “Set Up” Tab R Panel On Date Style – P Display Wide Language – Screen Auto 2 Sleep 1 min Sounds – Auto Power Off 1 min Startup Off REC/PLAY Power On File No.
. PLAY Mode “PLAY” Tab Slideshow – DPOF Printing – Layout Print – Protect – MOTION PRINT 9 frames Date/Time – Movie Editing – Rotation – Dynamic Range – Resize 7M (3072x2304) White Balance – Trimming – Brightness 0 Dubbing – Keystone – Copy – Color Correction – “Set Up” Tab • The contents of the “Set Up” tab are the same in the REC mode and PLAY mode.
When things don’t go right... Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause and Recommended Action Power Supply Power does not turn on. 1)The battery may not be loaded correctly (page 12). 2)The battery may be dead. Charge the battery (page 11). If the battery goes dead soon after being charged, it means the battery has reached the end of its life and needs to be replaced. Purchase a separately available CASIO NP-40 rechargeable lithium ion battery. The camera suddenly powers down.
Problem Possible Cause and Recommended Action The flash does not fire. 1)If ? (Flash Off) is selected as the flash mode, change to another mode (page 26). 2)If the battery is dead, charge it (page 11). 3)If a BEST SHOT scene that uses ? (Flash Off) is selected, change to a different flash mode (page 26) or select a different BEST SHOT scene (page 50). Camera powers down during Selftimer countdown. The battery may be dead. Charge the battery (page 11).
Problem Possible Cause and Recommended Action Subjects are too dark when shooting images in a seashore or ski area. Sunlight reflected by water, sand, or snow, can cause underexposure of images. Change the flash mode setting to < (Flash On) for daylight synchro flash (page 26), or adjust EV shift to the + side (page 41). Digital zoom (including HD zoom) does not work. The zoom bar indicates zoom only up to a zoom factor of 4.0. 1)The digital zoom setting may be turned off.
Problem Possible Cause and Recommended Action Other The wrong date and time are displayed. The date and time setting is off. Set the correct date and time (page 132). The messages on the display are in the wrong language. The wrong display language is selected. Change the display language setting (page 133). Images cannot be transferred over a USB connection. 1)The USB cable may not be connected securely. Check all connections.
Display Messages ALERT The camera’s protection function may have activated because camera temperature is too high. Turn off the camera and wait until it cools down before trying to use it again. Battery is low. Battery power is low. Cannot correct image! Keystone correction of the image cannot be performed for some reason. The image will be stored as-is, without correction (page 56). Cannot find the file. The image you specified with the slideshow “Images” setting cannot be found.
Printing Error An error occurred while printing. • The printer is turned off. • The printer generated an error, etc. Record Error Image compression could not be performed for some reason during image data storage. Shoot the image again. RETRY POWER ON The lens came into contact with an obstruction while moving. The camera will turn off automatically when this message appears. Remove the obstruction and turn power back on again. SYSTEM ERROR Your camera system is corrupted.
Number of Snapshots and Movie Recording Time Snapshot Image Size (Pixels) 10M (3648x2736) 3:2 (3648x2432) Image Quality Fine 7M (3072x2304) 4M (2304x1728) 2M (1600x1200) VGA (640x480) 6.4 MB Built-in Memory (12.1MB) Capacity 1 shot SD Memory Card (1GB) Capacity 151 shots Normal 3.38 MB 3 shots 286 shots Economy 2.27 MB 5 shots 426 shots Fine 5.6 MB 2 shots 172 shots Normal 2.
Movies Image Quality (Pixels) Maximum File Size Approximate Data Rate (Frame Rate) Built-in Memory (12.1MB) Capacity SD Memory Card (1GB) Capacity File Size of 1-minute Movie UHQ 640x480 5.8 Megabits/second 22 minutes 13 seconds (30 frames/second) 47 seconds 43.3 MB UHQ Wide 848x480 7.0 Megabits/second 18 minutes 11 seconds (30 frames/second) 52 seconds 52.3 MB 3.8 Megabits/second 34 minutes 20 seconds (30 frames/second) 49 seconds 28.3 MB 4.
Specifications Product Type Digital Camera Model EX-Z100 File Format Snapshots: JPEG (Exif Version 2.2); DCF 1.0 standard; DPOF compliant Movies: MOV, H.264/AVC standard, IMA-ADPCM audio (monaural) Audio (Voice Recording): WAV (monaural) Recording Media Built-in Memory (Image Storage Area: 12.
Aperture Value F2.6 (W) to F7.0 (W) (When used with ND filter) * Using optical zoom changes the aperture value.
Approximate Battery Life All of the values provided below represent the approximate amount of time under normal temperature (23°C (73°F)) before the camera turns off. These values are not guaranteed. Low temperatures shorten battery life.
. Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-40) Rated Voltage 3.7 V Rated Capacitance 1300 mAh Operating Temperature 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F) Dimensions 38.5 (W) x 38.0 (H) x 9.3 (D) mm (1.52" (W) x 1.50" (H) x 0.37" (D)) Weight Approximately 34 g (1.2 oz) . Charger unit (BC-31L) Input Power 100 to 240 V AC, 80 mA, 50/60 Hz Output Power 4.
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