MULTI PJ CAMERA Multifunctional Camera System Camera User’s Guide Thank you for purchasing this CASIO product. • Before trying to use this camera, be sure to carefully read “Safety Precautions” in the MULTI PJ CAMERA/Multifunctional Camera System YC-430 User’s Guide. • Be sure to keep all user documentation handy for future reference.
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 9 Using On-screen Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ About This Manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Read this first! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Precautions during Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT 49 SHOOTING A MOVIE Holding the Camera Correctly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Shooting a Snapshot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Changing the Image Size Specifying Image Quality Turning Off the AF Assist Lamp Snapshot Shooting Precautions Auto Focus Restrictions Movie Image Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Shooting a Movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ADVANCED SETTINGS 96 Other Useful Recording Functions . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Changing the Focus Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
EDITING IMAGES 140 MANAGING YOUR FILES Resizing a Snapshot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Cropping a Snapshot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Keystone Correction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Using Color Restoration to Correct the Color of an Old Photograph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Editing the Date and Time of an Image . . . . . . . . 146 Rotating the Displayed Image of a Snapshot . . . 147 Editing a Movie on the Camera . . . .
OTHER SETTINGS 171 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Configuring Camera Sound Settings . . . . . . . . . . 171 Turning the Startup Screen On or Off . . . . . . . . . 173 Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Rule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 Changing the Date and Time Setting . . . . . . . . . . 174 Using World Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 ■ Configuring World Time Settings What you can do . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
APPENDIX 221 General Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221 Monitor Screen Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223 Menu Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226 Display Menu Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230 Indicator Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231 Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Getting the Most Out of Your Camera Snapshots Snapshots Sharpening or Softening Subject Outlines ➞ Controlling Image Sharpness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Shooting with Optimum Setups ➞ USING BEST SHOT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80 Enhancing or Reducting Color Saturation ➞ Controlling Color Saturation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INTRODUCTION Example: Select for skillful shots of a fast-moving pet. About This Manual This manual covers the stand-alone operation of the digital camera that is part of the CASIO MULTI PJ CAMERA/ Multifunctional Camera System. Example: Select for beautiful portraits. Features ■ BEST SHOT for beautiful shots simply by selecting a sample image built into the camera BEST SHOT Screen Simply select the scene that is similar to what you want to shoot (Night Scene Portrait, Flower, etc.
■ A powerful collection of useful recording features ■ Powerful Print Features • DPOF feature for easy specification of date stamping and the number of copies (page 187) • Timestamp feature that stamps the date into the image data (page 115) • Support for PictBridge and USB DIRECT-PRINT for easy athome printing on a printer that supports one of these standards, without a computer (page 184) • Hand movement and subject movement reduction using high shutter speed (page 85) • High-sensitivity recording avoid
■ Copyrights Read this first! Except for your own personal enjoyment, unauthorized use of image, movie, audio, or music files without permission of the copyright holder is strictly prohibited by copyright laws and international treaties. Also, regardless of whether such files are purchased or obtained for free, posting them on the Internet or distributing them to third parties without permission of the copyright holder is strictly prohibited by copyright laws and international treaties.
• All other company or product names mentioned herein are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies. • Photo Loader, Photohands and PJ Camera Software rights are owned by CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. Except for the rights of other companies as defined above, all rights related to these programs and other rights shall revert to CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. • The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.
■ Directly Viewing the Sun or Bright Light Precautions during Use • Never look at the sun or any other bright light through the cameras viewfinder. Doing so can damage your eyesight. ■ Take test shots before shooting the final shot. ■ Flash • Before shooting your final image, shoot a test shot to ensure that the camera is recording correctly. • Never use the flash unit in areas where flammable or explosive gas may be present. Such conditions create the risk of fire and explosion.
■ Display Panel ■ Transport • Do not apply strong pressure to the LCD panel surface or subject it to strong impact. Doing so can cause the display panel glass to crack. • Should the display panel ever become cracked, never touch any of the liquid inside the panel. Doing so creates the risk of skin inflammation. • Should display panel liquid ever get into your mouth, immediately rinse your mouth out and contact your physician.
■ Water and Foreign Matter ■ Dropping and Rough Treatment • Water, other liquids, or foreign matter (especially metal) getting inside the camera creates the risk of fire and electric shock. Immediately perform the following steps whenever any of the above symptoms are present. Particular care is required when using the camera where it is raining or snowing, near the ocean or other body of water, or in a bathroom. 1. Turn off the camera. 2.
■ Disassembly and Modification ■ Backing Up Important Data • Never try to take the camera apart or modify it in any way. Doing so creates the risk of electric shock, burn injury, and other personal injury. Be sure to leave all internal inspection, maintenance, and repair up to your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. • Always keep backup copies of important data in camera memory by transferring it to a computer or other storage device.
• 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.
■ AC Adaptor • Be sure to read the user documentation that comes with the camera and special charger unit before using or charging the battery. • If a battery is to be used by young children, make sure that a responsible adult makes them aware of the precautions and proper handling instructions, and make sure that they handle battery correctly. • Should fluid from a battery accidentally get onto clothing or your skin, immediately rinse it off with clean tap water.
■ USB Cradle and AC Adaptor Precautions • Never touch the AC adaptor while your hands are wet. Doing so creates the risk of electric shock. • Misuse of the AC adaptor creates the risk of fire and electric shock. Make sure you observe the following precautions when using the AC adaptor. – Never locate the power cord near a stove or other heating device. – When unplugging from the wall outlet, grasp the plug on the AC adaptor power cord. Never pull on the power cord.
■ Battery Life ■ Data Error Precautions • Battery continuous operation times provided in this manual represent the approximate amount of time before the camera turns off due to low battery power when being powered by the special battery under normal temperature (23°C (73°F)). They do not guarantee that you will be able to achieve the indicated level of operation. Actual battery life is greatly affected by ambient temperature, battery storage conditions, the amount of time spent in storage, etc.
■ Operating Environment ■ Power Supply • The operating temperature range of the camera is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). • Do not place the camera in any of the following locations.
■ Caring for your camera • Fingerprints, dirt, and other foreign matter on the lens surface can interfere with proper operation of the camera. Avoid touching the lens surface. To clean the lens surface, use a blower to blow off dust or foreign matter and then wipe with a soft, dry cloth. • Fingerprints, dirt, and other foreign matter on the flash can interfere with proper operation of the camera. Avoid touching the flash. If the flash becomes dirty, wipe it clean with a soft, dry cloth.
GETTING READY 2. Load the battery into the camera. Charging the Battery Slide the stopper on the side of the camera in the direction indicated by the arrow and load the battery. Press the battery in until the stopper secures it in place. Your camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-40). IMPORTANT! • Use of any type of battery other than NP-40 is not supported. Stopper To load the battery 1. Open the battery cover.
3. Close the battery cover. To charge the battery Swing the battery cover closed, and then slide it securely into place as you press it against the camera. 1. Plug the USB cradle into a household power outlet. • Note the shape of the AC adaptor depends on the area where you purchased the camera. AC Adaptor The battery is not fully charged when you use the camera for the first time after purchasing it. Use the following procedure to charge it. USB Cradle [DC IN] AC power cord 2.
4. With the camera positioned so the monitor When charging is complete screen is facing towards you as shown in the illustration, place it onto the USB cradle. The [CHARGE] lamp, which was lit red during charging, changes to green. Remove the camera from the USB cradle and unplug the AC adaptor from the power outlet. The [CHARGE] lamp lights red and charging starts. • It takes about three hours to achieve a full charge.
If the [CHARGE] lamp flashes red IMPORTANT! This indicates that the camera or battery is faulty, or that the battery is loaded in the camera incorrectly. Remove the battery from the camera and check if its contacts are dirty. If they are, wipe them off with a dry cloth and then reload the battery into the camera. After confirming that the AC adaptor is plugged into the power outlet and the USB cradle, set the camera on the cradle again.
■ Checking Remaining Battery Power IMPORTANT! As battery power is consumed, a battery indicator on the monitor screen indicates remaining power as shown below. Remaining Power High • Due to differences in the power requirements of each mode, the battery indicator may show a lower level in the PLAY mode than what it shows in a REC mode. This is normal, and does not indicate malfunction. Low Battery Indicator Indicator Color NOTE • See page 245 for information about battery life.
Replacing the Battery Battery Precautions 1. Open the battery cover. ■ Precautions during Use 2. With the camera oriented with its monitor • 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 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F).
■ Storage Precautions Turning Power On and Off • Though a rechargeable lithium ion battery provides high capacity in a compact configuration, long-term storage while charged can cause it to deteriorate. – If you do not plan to use a battery for some time, fully use up its charge before storing it. – Always remove the battery from the camera when you are not using it. Leaving a battery in the camera can cause it to discharge and go dead, which will require longer charging when you need to use the camera.
■ Turning Power Off IMPORTANT! Press [ON/OFF] (Power). • Pressing [ON/OFF] or [ ] (REC) to turn on power also causes the lens to extend. Take care there is nothing pressing against or hitting the lens. Holding the lens with your hand so it cannot extend creates the risk of malfunction. NOTE • You can configure the camera so power does not turn on when you press [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY). You can also configure the camera to turn off when you press [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY) (page 179).
■ Battery Power Conservation Features Turning On Power for the First Time The camera is equipped with two features for conserving battery power, as described below. The first time you load a battery into the camera, a screen appears for configuring screen text language, date, and time settings. Use the procedure under “Configuring Display Language, Date, and Time Settings” in the “MULTI PJ CAMERA/Multifunctional Camera System YC-430 User’s Guide” to configure the settings correctly.
4. Use [S] and [T] to select the sleep or Auto Using a Memory Card Power Off trigger time and then press [SET]. You can store images you shoot with the camera on a memory card. It is up to you to purchase a commercially available memory card. In addition to memory card storage, the camera also has built-in memory, which is enough to hold a few snapshots or a short movie. Use built-in memory for test purposes, emergency use, etc. Selecting “Off” for the sleep setting disables the sleep feature.
Supported Memory Cards IMPORTANT! Your camera supports use of SD memory cards or MMCs (MultiMediaCard). • See the instructions that come with the memory card for information about how to use it. • Certain types of cards can slow down processing speeds. If you are using a slow memory card, you may not be able to record a movie using the “HQ” image quality setting. Because of this, use of an SD memory card with a maximum transfer speed of at least 10MB per second is recommended.
• Electrostatic charge, electrical noise, and other phenomena can cause data to become corrupted or even lost. Make sure that you always back up important data on other media (CD-R, CD-RW, MO disk, hard disk, etc.). Loading a Memory Card into the Camera IMPORTANT! • Make sure you always turn off the camera before loading or removing a memory card. • Be sure to orient the card correctly when loading it. Never try to force a memory card into the slot when you feel resistance. 1. Open the battery cover.
2. Load a memory card into the camera. Replacing the Memory Card Positioning the memory card so its front is facing upwards (towards the monitor screen side of the camera), slide it into the card slot all the way in until you hear it click securely into place. Front 1. Remove the memory card from the camera. Press the memory card and then release it, so it comes part way out. Pull the card out the rest of the way by hand. Back 2. Load the other memory card. 3. Close the battery cover.
Formatting a Memory Card IMPORTANT! • Never insert anything besides an SD memory card or MMC (MultiMediaCard) into the memory card slot. Doing so can lead to malfunction. • Should water or any foreign object ever get into the card slot, immediately turn off the camera, remove the battery, and contact your retailer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. • Never remove a card from the camera while the operation lamp is flashing green.
■ Memory Card Precautions 1. Load the memory card you want to format into the camera. • If a memory card starts to behave abnormally, you can restore normal operation by reformatting it. However, it is recommended that you always take along more than one memory card whenever using the camera far away from the home or office. • If you feel that images are not being recorded normally, try reformatting the memory card.
Menu Screen Operation Buttons Using On-screen Menus [W] [X] The following are menu operations you will need to use to configure camera settings. Take a few moments to become familiar with them. • See “Menu Reference” on page 226 for information about menu contents. Example Menu Screen [S] [T] [SET] [MENU] Select tabs. [X] is also used to apply a setting. Select a setting option. Applies the selected settings. Exits the menu screen. The following is the procedure for menu operations in the REC mode.
3. Use [S] and [T] to Configuring Monitor Screen Settings select the item you want to configure and then press [X]. You can use the display menu to configure various monitor screen settings. • See “Display Menu Reference” on page 230 for information about display menu contents. Example: Select “Focus” and then press [X]. Example Display Menu Screen 4. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want. • Menu contents are different in the REC mode and PLAY mode. This screen shows the REC mode menu. 5.
Selecting a Screen Layout (Layout) The following is the procedure for menu operations in the REC mode. The contents of the layout setting menu depend on whether the camera is in the REC mode or the PLAY mode. 1. In the REC mode, press [DISP]. This will display the display menu screen. ■ REC Mode Screen Layout 2. Use [W] and [X] to select the setting you want. For the REC mode, the screen layout settings let you select the layout of icons. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want.
Panel (Operation Panel) The following procedure shows how to use Panel (Operation Panel). 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1. In the REC mode, press [SET]. This highlights (selects) the top icon of the Operation Panel. 2. Use [S] and [T] to select the icon of the setting you want to change. 3. Use [W] and [X] to change the setting. 9 • If you want to configure other settings, repeat steps 2 and 3.
■ PLAY Mode Screen Layout IMPORTANT! The PLAY mode screen layout settings let you select how display images are shown on the monitor screen. • Panel (Operation Panel) is not displayed while Voice Recording or Zoom Continuous Shutter is being used. Layout Type Description With this setting, 100% of the display image is always visible. With some aspect ratios, black bands may appear above and below, or to the left and right of the image.
Layout Type Turning Display Information On and Off (Info.) Description 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. With “Info.” you can turn display information on and off. You can configure separate settings for the REC mode and PLAY mode.
REC Mode (Layout: Panel (Operation Panel)) Show REC Mode (Layout: Normal) +Histogram Show Hide +Histogram Hide 44 GETTING READY
Adjusting Monitor Screen Brightness (Brightness) PLAY mode Show +Histogram You can use the “Brightness” setting to adjust the brightness of the monitor screen. This setting is the same in the REC mode and PLAY mode. Brightness Description Setting Auto With this setting, the camera detects available light levels and automatically adjusts the brightness of the monitor screen accordingly. This is the setting you should normally use.
Adjusting Monitor Screen Image Quality (Type) Brightness Description Setting 0 Normal monitor screen brightness for indoor use, etc. –1 Low monitor screen brightness for nighttime use, indoor use under dark conditions, etc. You can use the “Type” setting to adjust the quality of the monitor screen image. This setting is the same in the REC mode and PLAY mode.
If you lose your way... Quality Setting Description Night Power Saving This setting provides a brighter screen image when shooting under dark conditions, and comes in handy when recording at night with a tripod. Note, however, that this setting can cause movement of objects on the monitor screen image to become rough. Perform one of the following operations if you find that you have gotten lost while performing button operations during recording or playback.
PLAY mode Current Screen Using the Camera on a Trip To return to the normal playback screen Menu screen [MENU] or [ Display Menu screen [DISP] or [ REC mode screen Press [ Delete screen Press [ ]. You could also select “Cancel” and then press [SET]. Extra Batteries ] Taking along extra fully charged batteries (NP-40) is recommended while on a trip in order to avoid not being able to shoot images due to the battery going dead.
SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT Holding the Camera Correctly IMPORTANT! • Take care that your fingers and the strap do not cover any of the areas indicated in the illustration. Holding the camera with one hand can result in accidental hand movement. Hold the camera securely with both hands when shooting snapshots. • To protect against accidentally dropping the camera, attach the wrist strap and make sure it is around your fingers or wrist while you are operating the camera.
Shooting a Snapshot NOTE • Good-looking images are impossible if you move the camera when you press the shutter button or while the Auto Focus operation is being performed. Holding the camera correctly, carefully press the shutter button and take care that you do not move the camera as the shutter releases. This is especially important when available lighting is low, which slows down the shutter speed. 1. Press [ ] (REC) to enter the REC mode. Confirm that the subject (people, scenery, etc.
2. Focus the image. 3. Shoot the image. While the focus frame is aligned with the subject, half-press the shutter button. Auto Focus will focus the image automatically, and the focus frame and operation lamp will turn green. The shutter speed, aperture, and ISO sensitivity also will be set automatically. See “Monitor Screen Indicators” on page 53 for more information. When the image is focused, press the shutter button the rest of the way.
If the image does not focus... ■ Using Quick Shutter If the focus frame stays red and the operation lamp is flashing, it means that the image is not in focus (because the subject is too close, etc.). Point the camera at the subject and try to focus again. Pressing the shutter button all the way down without waiting at the halfway point shoots the image using Quick Shutter (page 102). Quick Shutter lets you record right away, so you don’t miss those special moments waiting for Auto Focus.
■ Monitor Screen Indicators NOTE The monitor screen uses various indicators and icons to keep you informed of the camera’s status. • The aperture is a mechanism that adjusts the amount of light entering through the lens. The aperture value indicates the size of the aperture opening. The greater the aperture value, the narrower the opening. The camera adjusts this setting automatically. • The slower the shutter speed, the greater the amount of light entering through the lens.
Changing the Image Size NOTE • You can also use the Panel (Operation Panel) (page 40) to change the image size setting. • The following information changes on the display during the image size selection operation. – Image size in megabytes (M) (5M, etc.) – Image size in pixels (2560 × 1920, etc.) – Optimum print paper size A digital camera image is a collection of small dots (pixels). The size of an image indicates how many pixels it contains, and is expressed as horizontal pixels × vertical pixels.
• Selecting 3:2 (3648 × 2432 pixels) records images with an aspect ratio of 3:2, which matches the standard aspect ratio (3:2) of print paper. • VGA (640 × 480 pixels) is the optimum size when attaching images to e-mail. • Print paper sizes should be thought of as rough estimates only (200 dpi print resolution). • The letters “HDTV” stand for “High Definition Television”. An HDTV screen has an aspect ratio of 16:9, which makes them wider than the usual 4:3 aspect ratio of television screens of the past.
Turning Off the AF Assist Lamp NOTE • The “Fine” setting helps to bring out details when shooting a finely detailed image of nature that includes dense tree branches or leaves, or an image of a complex pattern. The AF assist lamp emits light that helps the camera focus when you half-press the shutter button under dark lighting conditions. The AF assist lamp does not light when lighting is bright. The initial factory default AF Assist/Self-timer Lamp setting is AF assist lamp on.
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Snapshot Shooting Precautions 2. On the “REC” tab, select “AF Assist Light” ■ Operation and then press [X]. • Never open the battery cover or place the camera on the USB cradle while the operation lamp is flashing green. Doing so can result in incorrect storage of the image you just shot, damage to other images stored in memory, malfunction of the camera, etc.
■ Monitor Screen when Shooting Snapshots Auto Focus Restrictions • The image that appears on the monitor screen is for image composition. The actual image will be recorded at the quality set for the image quality setting. • Subject brightness conditions can cause monitor screen response to slow and can cause digital noise in the monitor screen image. • Shooting a very bright subject can cause a vertical band to appear in the monitor screen image. This does not indicate malfunction.
2. Slide the zoom controller to change the zoom Shooting with Zoom factor. Your camera provides you with 3X optical zoom (which changes the lens focal distance), which can be used in combination with digital zoom (which digitally process the center portion of the image to enlarge it) for total zoom capabilities of 12 - 45X. IMPORTANT! • Generally speaking, the higher the digital zoom factor, the coarser the image that is recorded.
■ Optical Zoom and Digital Zoom Switch Point NOTE If you hold the zoom controller towards [ ] in step 2 of the above procedure, the zoom operation will stop when the optical zoom factor reaches its maximum. Momentarily releasing the zoom controller and then holding it again towards [ ] will switch to digital zoom, which you can use to set an even higher zoom factor. • When the zoom pointer moves past the maximum limit of optical zoom. Also, the zoom bar indicates the approximate zoom factor.
Undeteriorated Image Quality Range 1X Deteriorated Image Quality Range 3X to 17.1X IMPORTANT! • Digital zoom is not supported while “Timestamp” (page 115) is turned on. ■ Turning Off Digital Zoom 12X to 45X You can turn off digital zoom if you want to use optical zoom only. This will help to avoid deteriorated images due to accidentally switching over from optical zoom to digital zoom when shooting snapshots.
■ Using Instant Zoom Using Instant Zoom 1. Enter the REC mode. Instant Zoom lets you jump to digital zoom telephoto with the press of a button. 2. Press [S]. ■ Specifying the Instant Zoom Setting This immediately changes the digital zoom to the preset Instant Zoom setting.
Using Flash IMPORTANT! • Performing an Instant Zoom operation after zooming an image with digital zoom will cancel the previous digital zoom operation. • Instant Zoom is not supported while “Timestamp” (page 115) is turned on. Perform the following steps to select the flash mode you want to use. Flash Setting Description Auto Flash Flash fires automatically in accordance with exposure (amount of light and brightness) conditions. • Initial factory default setting. 63 Flash Off Flash does not fire.
1. In the REC mode, press [T] ( Approximate Flash Range (ISO Sensitivity: Auto) ) once. Wide Angle : 0.1 m to 3.6 m (0.3' to 11.8') Telephoto : 0.4 m to 1.9 m (1.3' to 6.2') Flash Mode • The flash range changes in accordance with optical zoom. [T] ( ) 2. Use [W] and [X] to select the flash setting you want and then press [SET]. 3. Press the shutter button to shoot.
Red-eye reduction IMPORTANT! 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. This is caused when the light from the flash reflects off of the retina of the eye. When red-eye reduction is selected as the flash mode, the camera fires a pre-flash to cause the irises in the eyes of any people in the image to close, which reduces the chance of red eye.
■ Checking the Flash Mode ■ Changing the Flash Intensity The current flash mode is indicated on the monitor screen and by the operation lamp when you half-press the shutter button. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “Quality” tab, select “Flash Intensity” Operation Lamp Flashing Orange :Flash is charging. Lit or Flashing Green*:Flash charging is complete. and then press [X]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select the flash intensity setting you want and then press [SET].
■ Using Flash Assist 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 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. 2. On the “Quality” tab, select “Flash Assist” and then press [X]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select “Off” and then press [SET]. When you want to use flash assist, select “Auto” here.
■ Flash Precautions Using the Self-Timer • The desired effect may not be obtained when the subject is too far away or too close. • Flash charging time depends on operating conditions (battery condition, ambient temperature, etc.) With a fully charged battery, it takes anywhere from a few seconds to 8 seconds. • Shooting with flash turned off when lighting is dim results in a slow shutter speed, which can cause image blur due to hand movement. Secure the camera with a tripod, etc.
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Using the Self-timer to Shoot an Image • The image is not shot AF Assist/Self-timer Lamp right away after you press the shutter button. Instead, shooting starts after the preset time elapses. The AF assist/ self-timer lamp flashes while the countdown is being performed. • You can interrupt an ongoing self-timer countdown by fully pressing the shutter button while the self-timer lamp is flashing. 2. On the “REC” tab, select “Self-timer” and then press [X]. 3.
Using Continuous Shutter NOTE • The indicator “1sec” appears on the monitor screen between Triple Self-timer shots. How long it takes for the camera to get ready to shoot again after it shoots an image depends on the image size and quality settings, whether or not a memory card is loaded in the camera, and the flash charge condition. • You cannot use the any self-timer to shoot with any continuous shutter mode.
Selecting the Continuous Shutter Mode Recording with Normal-speed Continuous Shutter, High-speed Continuous Shutter, and Flash Continuous Shutter 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “REC” tab, select “Continuous” and then press [X]. 1. Press the shutter button to shoot. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select the mode you want • With Normal-speed Continuous Shutter, images continue to be shot as long as you keep the shutter button depressed. Releasing the shutter button stops shooting.
Recording with Zoom Continuous Shutter IMPORTANT! • Note that with zoom continuous shutter, you do not need to keep the shutter button depressed. • Digital zoom and instant zoom are disabled while shooting with zoom continuous shutter. • Zoom continuous shutter is not available when the image size setting is 3:2 (3648 × 2432 pixels) or 16:9 (3648 × 2048 pixels).
• Note that the resolution of images recorded with the highspeed continuous shutter mode or flash continuous shutter mode is somewhat lower resolution and more prone to digital noise than images recorded with the normal-speed continuous shutter mode. • “Auto” ISO sensitivity always is used for the high-speed continuous shutter mode or flash continuous shutter mode, regardless of the current ISO sensitivity setting. • With the flash continuous shutter mode, the flash range is narrower than normal.
■ Recording Audio for a Snapshot Adding Audio to a Snapshot 1. Press the shutter You can add an audio recording to snapshots, if you want. Use this feature to add a verbal explanation or a description of the mood to a snapshot, or to capture the sounds of the people in the snapshot. • You can record up to about 30 seconds of audio for a single snapshot. button to shoot. This monitor screen will show the image you just shot, along with the “ ” icon.
3. Press the shutter button again to stop audio NOTE recording. • After transferring an audio snapshot to your computer’s hard disk, you can play back the audio using Windows Media Player. • The following shows the formats used for storing audio snapshot data. – Image Data: JPEG (.JPG extension) – Audio Data: WAVE/ADPCM (.WAV extension) – Approximate Audio File Size: 165 KB (30-second recording at 5.
SHOOTING A MOVIE Movie Size Movie Image Quality The following shows the approximate movie file size for a oneminute movie. Before shooting a movie, you should specify a movie image quality setting. 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. • Each movie can be up to 10 minutes long.
Movie File Formats Shooting a Movie Movies are recorded in Motion JPEG standard AVI format. Movies you shoot with your camera can be played back on a computer using the following software. – Windows Media Player – Macintosh QuickTime Audio is also recorded while you shoot a movie. Audio is monaural. 1. In the REC mode, press [BS]. 2. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to select the “ 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “Quality” tab, select “ ” (Movie) scene and then press [SET].
4. Press the shutter button again to stop Movie Recording Precautions shooting. • You cannot use flash while shooting a movie. • The camera also records audio. Note the following points when shooting a movie. – Take care that the microphone is not blocked by your fingers, etc. – Good results are not possible when the camera is too far away from what you are trying to record. – Operating camera buttons while shooting can cause button noise to be picked up in the audio.
• Shooting a very bright subject can cause a vertical band to appear in the monitor screen image. This does not indicate malfunction. The band will not be recorded in a snapshot, but will be recorded in the case of a movie. • Certain types of memory cards take longer to record data, which can cause movie frames to be dropped. “ ” and “ ” flash on the monitor screen during recording to let you know when a frame has been dropped.
USING BEST SHOT ■ Selecting a Sample Scene With BEST SHOT, you simply select the sample scene that is like the one you are trying to shoot, and the camera sets up automatically. Even difficult backlit scenes (which result in the main subject being too dark if set up improperly) come out looking great! 1. In the REC mode, This displays a screen showing thumbnails of 15 sample scenes. • The currently selected sample scene is the one with the red boundary around it.
2. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to move the 3. Press [SET] to apply the settings of the boundary to select the scene you want to select. selected scene and return to the recording screen. • Pressing [S] or [T] while the red boundary is at the edge of the screen will scroll to the next screen of BEST SHOT scenes. • Sliding the zoom controller towards [ ] or [ ] will display text that explains the settings configured by the selected scene.
IMPORTANT! • Night Scene, Fireworks These scenes use slow shutter speeds. Since a slow shutter speed increases the chance of digital noise in the image, the camera automatically performs a digital noise reduction process on slow shutter images. Because of this, such images take longer to store after you press the shutter button. Do not perform any key operation while an image is being stored.
Displaying Detailed Information about a BEST SHOT Scene NOTE • If you select a scene by pressing [SET] while the description screen is displayed, the same description scene will appear the next time you press the [BS] button to view BEST SHOT sample scenes. Though the name of each BEST SHOT scene is displayed as you move the selection boundary around the 15-scene selection screen, there may be times when you need more information about a scene’s setup.
■ Creating Your Own BEST SHOT Scenes IMPORTANT! You can use the procedure below to save the setups of snapshots that you shot as BEST SHOT scenes. After that, you can recall a setup whenever you want to use it. • Formatting the camera’s built-in memory (page 181) deletes all the user BEST SHOT scene files. 1. In the REC mode, press [BS]. NOTE • You can check the settings of the currently selected BEST SHOT scene by displaying the camera’s setting menus and looking at its settings.
Deleting a BEST SHOT User Scene Reducing the Effects of Hand and Subject Movement Perform the following steps when you want to delete a BEST SHOT user scene. You can turn on the camera’s Anti Shake feature to reduce image blur due to subject movement or hand movement when shooting a moving subject using telephoto, when shooting a fast-moving subject, or when shooting under dim lighting conditions. You can turn on Anti Shake using BEST SHOT or by performing a menu operation. 1.
■ Turning on Anti Shake Using the Menu IMPORTANT! • Anti Shake will not work unless the ISO setting (page 110) is set to “Auto”. • Shooting with Anti Shake can cause an image to appear somewhat coarser than normal and can cause slight deterioration of image resolution. • Anti Shake may not be able to eliminate the effects of hand or subject movement when movement is severe. • Anti Shake is disabled while shooting a movie. • Anti Shake may not work with a very low shutter speed.
Taking Bright Images without Flash IMPORTANT! • Shooting with High Sensitivity can cause an image to appear somewhat coarser than normal and can cause slight deterioration of image resolution. • The desirable level of image brightness may not be possible under very dark conditions. • When shooting with slow shutter speeds, use a tripod to protect against the effects of hand movement.
BEST SHOT has two Business Shot scenes from which to choose. Shooting Images of Business Cards and Documents (Business Shot) • Business cards and documents Shooting a business card, document, whiteboard, or similarly shaped object from an angle can cause the subject to appear misshaped in the resulting image. The BEST SHOT Business Shot scenes correct the shape of rectangular objects so they appear natural. • White board, etc. ■ Selecting a Business Shot Scene 1. In the REC mode, press [BS].
■ Shooting an Image Using a Business Shot Scene 2. Use [W] and [X] to select the candidate you 1. After selecting either 3. Use [S] and [T] to select “Correct” and then want to use for correction. of the BEST SHOT Business Shot scenes, compose the image and press the shutter button to shoot. press [SET]. This will correct the image and store the resulting (corrected) image. • To cancel the correction operation, select “Cancel”.
Shooting ID Photographs IMPORTANT! • Make sure the entire object you are trying to shoot (correct) is enclosed within the monitor screen. The camera will not be able to detect the shape of the object correctly unless it is enclosed entirely within the monitor screen. • Correction will not be possible if the subject is the same color as its background. Make sure the object is against a background that allows its outline to stand out. • Digital zoom is disabled while shooting with a Business Shot scene.
■ Shooting an Image Using the ID Photo Scene 2. Align the guidelines that appear on the monitor screen with the subject in the recorded image. 1. On the monitor screen, compose the image by positioning the subject within the on-screen frame and then press the shutter button to shoot an initial temporary image. Head Line Oval Boundary Chin Line • The initial temporary image is not saved in memory. The final image is saved in memory when you perform step 3, below.
■ Printing an ID Photo 3. When everything is the way you want, press [SET]. Printing an ID photo image will print the same image in various sizes on a single sheet of paper. Then you can cut out the image(s) you want to use. This saves the image in memory. IMPORTANT! • An ID photo is always saved as 5M (2560 × 1920 pixels), regardless of the camera’s current image size setting. IMPORTANT! • The ID photo sizes provided here are not exact. Actual sizes may be slightly larger.
Restoring an Old Photograph NOTE • When the camera is at an angle to the photograph you are recording, the shape of the photograph may appear distorted in the recorded image. Auto keystone correction corrects for this distortion, which means that a photograph appears normal even if you record it at an angle. With Old Photo, you can record the image of an old, faded photograph and then use the camera’s built-in advanced digital camera technology to restore it.
■ Recording an Image with Old Photo 3. Use [S] and [T] to select “Trim” and then press [SET]. 1. Press the shutter button to shoot the image. This displays a cropping boundary on the monitor screen. • To cancel the correction operation, select “Cancel”. • This displays a photograph contour confirmation screen and then saves the original recorded image.
5. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to move the IMPORTANT! cropping boundary to the location you want and then press [SET]. • Digital zoom is disabled while recording with Old Photo. However, you can use optical zoom. • When recording the image of a photograph, the camera will not be able to recognize the shape of the photograph in the following cases.
ADVANCED SETTINGS Changing the Focus Mode Your camera provides you with the five focus modes described below. The initial factory default focus mode is Auto Focus. Focus Mode Description Focus Range Auto Focus Automatic focus when the shutter button is half-pressed. During movie recording, the Auto Focus Mode is disabled and the camera switches to the Pan Focus Mode automatically.
Perform the following steps to change the focus mode. NOTE • You can also use the Panel (Operation Panel) (page 40) to change the focus mode setting. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “REC” tab, select “Focus” and then press [X]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to Focus Mode Icon select the focus mode setting you want and then press [SET]. An icon appears on the monitor screen to indicate the current focus mode. • See the following pages of this section for details about shooting with each focus mode.
2. When the image is focused, press the shutter Using Auto Focus button the rest of the way to shoot. 1. Align the monitor screen’s focus frame with IMPORTANT! the subject you want to focus and then halfpress the shutter button. • During movie recording, the Auto Focus Mode is disabled and the camera switches to the Pan Focus Mode automatically. This camera will perform the focus operation. You can tell if the image is in focus by checking the operation lamp and the focus frame color.
Using Macro Focus NOTE • When Macro Focus cannot focus properly because the subject is too far away, the camera will switch to the Auto Focus range automatically (Auto Macro). • Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation while shooting with Macro Focus, values will appear on the monitor screen as shown below to tell you the focus range. Example: cm – cm * will be replaced by the actual focus range values. 1. Half-press the shutter button to focus the image.
Auto Focus and Macro Focus Shooting Tips NOTE Changing the Auto Focus Area Use the following procedure to change the metering area used for Auto Focus (AF). 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “REC” tab, select “AF Area” and then press • When you select “ Multi” as the focus area, nine focus frames appear on the monitor screen. The camera will automatically determine the optimum focus frame(s), which will change to green on the monitor screen. Spot Multi [X]. 3.
3. When the image is focused, press the shutter Using Focus Lock “Focus lock” is the name of a technique you can use when you want to shoot an image in which the subject to be focused on is not within the focus frame in the center of the screen. • Use focus lock with “ Spot” focus. 1. Align the monitor button the rest of the way to shoot. NOTE • Focus lock also causes exposure (AE) to be locked.
Using Fixed Focus (Pan Focus) Quick Shutter Pan Focus (PF) is available during movie recording only. Pan Focus fixes focus for a relatively wide focus range, which means you can shoot without waiting for the Auto Focus operation to finish. When Quick Shutter is turned on, the camera immediately shoots the image without waiting for Auto Focus to be performed when you press the shutter release all the way down. This helps to avoid missing a special moment while you wait for the camera to Auto Focus. 1.
Using Infinity Focus Using Manual Focus As its name suggests, Infinity Focus fixes focus at infinity ( ). Use this mode when shooting scenery and other faraway subjects. Infinity Focus also comes in handy when shooting from a car or train window, or when shooting scenery or other subjects that are difficult to focus properly with Auto Focus. With Manual Focus, the camera automatically enlarges the subject on the monitor screen, which helps you manually adjust focus.
2. Use [W] and [X] to focus the image, as you NOTE view the results on the monitor screen. • Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation (page 59) while shooting with manual focus, a value will appear on the monitor screen as shown below to tell you the focusing range. Example: MF cm – * will be replaced by the actual focus range values. At this time the image that is within the boundary will enlarge and fill the monitor screen, which aids in focusing.
3. Use [S] and [T] to adjust the exposure Correcting Image Brightness (EV Shift) compensation value. [S]: Increases the EV value. A higher EV value is best used for light-colored subjects and backlit subjects. * Increasing the EV value also works well with the BEST SHOT “Backlight” scene. You can manually adjust an image’s exposure value (EV value) before shooting it.
4. After the EV value is NOTE the way you want, press [SET] to apply it. • You can also use the Panel (Operation Panel) (page 40) to change the EV shift setting. • Performing an EV shift operation while using multi-pattern metering will cause the metering mode to switch automatically to center weighted metering. The metering mode will return to multi-pattern metering when you change the exposure compensation value to 0.0 (page 111).
Controlling White Balance To do this: Shooting on a cloudy day can give your subject a blue cast, while shooting under white fluorescent lighting can give your subject a green cast. White balance corrects for different types of lighting so the colors in your images always look natural. Select this setting: Let the camera adjust white balance automatically Auto Shoot outdoors on a clear day Daylight 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Shoot outdoors on an overcast rainy day, in the shade, etc.
■ Configuring the White Balance Setting Manually NOTE • You can also use the Panel (Operation Panel) (page 40) to change the white balance setting. • When “Auto” is selected for the white balance setting, the camera automatically determines the white point of the subject. Certain subject colors and light source conditions can cause problems when the camera tries to determine the white point, which makes proper white balance adjustment impossible.
4. Under the lighting conditions you plan to use 5. Press [SET] to register the white balance when shooting, point the camera at a blank white piece of paper so it fills the entire monitor screen and then press the shutter button. settings and return to the shooting screen. NOTE • After you adjust white balance manually, the setting remains in effect until you change it or until you turn off the camera.
3. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want Specifying ISO Sensitivity and then press [SET]. ISO sensitivity is a value that expresses sensitivity to light. A larger value indicates higher sensitivity, which is better for shooting when available lighting is dim. If you want to use faster shutter speeds, you should use a higher ISO sensitivity value.
Specifying the Metering Mode IMPORTANT! • Using flash with high ISO sensitivity can cause problems with subjects that close to the camera. • “Auto” ISO sensitivity always is used for movies, regardless of the current ISO sensitivity setting. • You can use the key customization feature to configure the [W] and [X] buttons so they control the ISO sensitivity setting (page 119). The metering mode determines what part of the subject is metered for exposure. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2.
Center Weighted Center weighted metering concentrates on the center of the focus area to measure light. Use this metering method when you want to exert some control over exposure, without leaving settings totally up to the camera. IMPORTANT! • The metering mode will change to “Center Weighted” automatically if you change the EV shift value (page 105) to anything other than 0.0 while “Multi” is selected. The metering mode will change back to “Center Weighted” when the EV shift value is changed back to 0.0.
Using the Camera’s Filter Effects Controlling Image Sharpness The camera’s filter feature lets you add color tints to your images as you shoot them. The color effect look just like what you would get by installing a color filter on the lens of the camera. Use the following procedure to adjust the sharpness of subject outlines in your images. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “Quality” tab, select “Sharpness” and 2.
i Controlling Color Saturation Adjusting Image Contrast Use the following procedure to adjust the saturation of colors in your images. Use the following procedure to adjust the contrast of your images. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “Quality” tab, select “Saturation” and 2. On the “Quality” tab, select “Contrast” and then press [X]. then press [X]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want 3.
Date Stamping Snapshots IMPORTANT! • Once date information is stamped in a print, it cannot be deleted. • Use the “Date Style” setting (page 176) to specify the Year/ Month/Day format of the date. • The recording date and time are determined in accordance with the camera’s clock settings (page 175) when the snapshot is recorded. • Digital zoom and Instant Zoom are not supported while date stamping is turned on. • Date stamping is not supported for the following types of images.
Using the On-screen Histogram to Check Exposure NOTE • You can use key customization to configure the [W] and [X] buttons so they control the EV shift setting. Then you can perform EV shift while viewing the results on the on-screen histogram (page 119). The on-screen histogram that provides a graphic representation of the current exposure of the image. You can also display the histogram in the PLAY mode for information about the exposure levels of images. Histogram 1.
■ How to Use the Histogram Example Histograms 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. You can use the histogram to determine whether an image includes the shadowing (left side), mid tones (center), and highlighting (right) to bring out sufficient image detail.
A centered histogram indicates that there is good distribution of light pixels and dark pixels. This type of histogram results when the overall image is at optimal lightness, as shown in the nearby image. IMPORTANT! • Note that the above histograms are shown for illustrative purposes only. You may not be able to achieve similar shapes for particular subjects. • A centered histogram does not necessarily guarantee optimum exposure.
Using Key Customize to Assign Functions [W] and [X] Other Useful Recording Functions The following functions are also available in the REC mode to help make your digital image more efficient and enjoyable. • Assign functions to the [W] and [X] keys • Display an on-screen grid for easy image composition • Review an image you just recorded • Register initial power up settings • Reset settings Key Customize lets you assign any one of the five functions listed below to the [W] and [X] keys.
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Displaying an On-screen Grid 2. On the “REC” tab, select “L/R Key”, and then The on-screen grid can be displayed on the REC mode monitor screen for easy alignment when composing images. press [X]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select the function you want to assign and then press [SET]. After you assign a function, you can control its setting using the [W] and [X] keys. Selecting “Off” leaves the [W] and [X] keys with no function assigned. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2.
Displaying the Image You Just Recorded (Image Review) Using Icon Help Icon help displays guidance text about an icon when you select it on the monitor screen while in the REC mode (page 226). • Icon help text is displayed for the following functions: metering, flash mode, white balance, self-timer, EV shift.
Using Mode Memory to Configure Power On Default Settings IMPORTANT! • The icons listed below do not appear on the display while icon help is turned off. – Focus mode icon (page 96) – White balance AWB icon (page 107) You can configure the camera so it saves certain settings in “mode memory” whenever it is turned off, and restores the settings the next time you turn the camera back on. This keeps you from having to configure the camera each time you turn it off and on.
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. e Setting 2. On the “REC” tab, select “Memory” and then press [X]. Mode Memory On Exits BEST SHOT when camera is turned off. BEST SHOT*1 3. Use [S] and [T] to select the item you want to configure and then press [X]. 4. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want and then press [SET].
*1 “On” restores the selected BEST SHOT scene when the camera is turned back on. “Off” exits BEST SHOT when the camera is turned off. *2 Optical zoom position only. Resetting the Camera to Its Initial Factory Defaults Use the following procedure when you want to return to the camera to its initial factory default settings, which are the ones that are configured when you first purchase the camera. See “Menu Reference” on page 226 for the initial factory default setting for each menu item.
IMPORTANT! • The following are not initialized when you reset the camera (page 228).
VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIES • This will display one of the snapshots in memory, along with some information about the settings used to shoot it. Viewing a Snapshot Use the following procedure to view snapshots on the camera’s monitor screen. 1. Press [ File Type ] to enter the PLAY mode.
2. Use [X] and [W] to scroll between images. Listening to the Audio of an Audio Snapshot Press [X] to scroll forward and [W] to scroll back. [X] [X] [W] [W] You can use the following procedure to play the audio of an audio snapshot. An audio snapshot is indicated by the “ ” file type icon. 1. Enter the PLAY mode and then use [W] and [X] to display the audio snapshot whose audio you want to play. NOTE • Holding down [W] or [X] scrolls at high speed.
Audio Playback Controls Viewing a Movie The following are the different operations you can perform while audio is playing. Use the following procedure to view a movie on the camera’s monitor screen. To do this: Do this: Fast forward or fast reverse playback Hold down [X] or [W]. [X] to display the movie you want to play. Pause or restart playback Press [SET]. • Check the file type icon. The file type icon of a movie is “ ” (Movie) icon. Adjust volume Press [S] or [T].
2. Press [SET] to start playback. • The monitor screen will return to the selection screen in step 1 after the end of the movie is reached. To switch to the REC mode Press [ ]. Movie Playback Controls To do this: Do this: Fast forward or fast reverse playback. • Each press of either button increases the speed of the fast forward or fast reverse operation up to three steps. Hold down [X] or [W]. Return from fast forward/fast reverse to normal playback Press [SET].
Playing a Slideshow on the Camera Images (Select the files you want to include in the slideshow.) The slideshow feature lets you play the files stored in memory in sequence, automatically. You can configure the slideshow so it plays the files the way you want. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “PLAY” tab, select “Slideshow” and then press [X]. • All images: Includes all snapshots, movies, and audio in memory. • Only: Includes snapshots and audio snapshots only. • Only: Includes movies only.
Effect (Select a special effect.) 4. Use [S] and [T] to select “Start” and then Use [S] and [T] to select the effect you want. • Pattern 1, 2, 3, 4: Applies preset effects in sequence. • Random: Applies preset effects (Pattern 1, 2, 3, 4) in random sequence. • Off: No effect applied. – The “Effect” setting is disabled when “Favorites” is selected for “Images”, or when the “Interval” setting is “MAX”, “1” or “2”. press [SET] to start the slideshow.
■ Playing a Slideshow on the USB Cradle (Photo Stand) IMPORTANT! • All button operations are disabled while the slideshow is switching from one image to another. Wait until an image is stopped on the display before performing a button operation. If a button does not work, wait a bit and try again. You can play a slideshow on the camera while it is mounted on the USB cradle. This is a good way to enjoy a long slideshow, without worrying about the camera’s battery going dead.
2. Press the USB cradle’s To stop a slideshow [PHOTO] button to start the slideshow. Press the USB cradle’s [PHOTO] button. This will turn off the camera. The slideshow is performed in accordance with the settings you configured with the procedure on page 130. The [PHOTO] camera will turn off automatically after the time you specified with the “Time” setting elapses. • You can change the slideshow setting by pressing [MENU] while a slideshow is in progress.
3. Turn on the TV and select its video input Viewing Camera Images on a TV mode. Use the procedure below to view snapshots and movies on a TV screen. • You need to use the USB cradle and the AV cable that comes with the camera to connect to a TV. If the TV has more than one video input, select the one where the USB cradle is connected. 4. Press [ ] to turn on the camera and enter the PLAY mode. 1. Connect the USB cradle to a TV.
To turn off the camera NOTE You can turn off the camera by doing either of the following. • Press the camera’s [ON/OFF] button. • Press the USB cradle’s [USB] button. • After using an optionally available AV cable (EMC-3A) to connect the camera’s cradle connector directly to the VIDEO IN terminal of a TV (without using the USB cable), you can view recorded images on the TV. • You can use the camera’s USB cradle to connect to a DVD recorder or video deck and record images from the camera.
■ Selecting the Screen Aspect Ratio and Video Output System IMPORTANT! • Select the aspect ratio (4:3 or 16:9) that matches the type of TV you plan to use. You may also need to configure the aspect ratio setting on your TV as well. Incorrect aspect ratio settings on the camera and/or the TV can result in abnormal image display. • Images will not display correctly unless the camera’s video signal output setting matches the video signal system of the TV or other video equipment.
To zoom back out, slide the zoom controller towards [ ]( ). Zooming the Displayed Image Perform the following procedure to zoom the image currently on the monitor screen up to eight times its normal size. • 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. 1. In the PLAY mode, and use [W] and [X] to display the snapshot you want to zoom. 2. Slide the zoom controller towards [ ]( ).
Using the 12-image Screen Using the Calendar Screen Use the following procedure to display a calendar, which shows the first image recorded on each date of a particular month. This screen helps to make searching for an image quicker and easier. You can use the procedure below to display a screen that shows 12 images. 1. Slide the zoom Selection Boundary controller towards [ ]( ). 1.
2. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to move the selection boundary to the date whose image you want to view and then press [SET]. This will display the first image recorded on that date. NOTE • The year and month on the calendar is displayed using the same format as you selected for the “Date Style” setting (page 176). IMPORTANT! • Note following points about how certain editing functions of the camera affect the date with which the image is associated on the calendar screen.
EDITING IMAGES 4. Use [S] and [T] to select an image size, and Resizing a Snapshot then press [SET]. You can change the size of a snapshot and save the result as a separate snapshot. The original snapshot is also retained. You can resize a snapshot to any one of the following sizes.
Cropping a Snapshot IMPORTANT! • Note that you cannot resize the following types of snapshots. – VGA (640 × 480 pixels) and smaller snapshots – Snapshots created using MOTION PRINT – Snapshots recorded with another camera • Resizing a snapshot shot with an aspect ratio of 16:9 or 3:2 will cause the left and right sides of the image to be cut off. The aspect ratio of the resulting image will be 4:3. • Resizing cannot be performed if there is not enough memory to store the resized version of the snapshot.
4. Use the zoom controller to zoom, and [S], [T], Keystone Correction [W], and [X] to move around the zoomed image to display the part you want to extract. Use the following procedure to correct the snapshot of a blackboard, document, poster, photograph, or other rectangular object that is out of square because it was recorded at an angle. Performing keystone correction on an image causes a new (corrected) 2M (1600 × 1200 pixels) size image to be stored as a separate file. 5.
4. Use [W] and [X] to IMPORTANT! select the candidate you want to correct. • If the original image is smaller than 2M (1600 × 1200 pixels) size, the new (corrected) version will be the same size as the original one. • Keystone correction cannot be performed on the following types of images. – Movie images – Images created with MOTION PRINT – Images recorded with another camera • The keystone correction operation cannot be performed if there is not enough memory to store the corrected image.
6. Move the zoom controller left and right to Using Color Restoration to Correct the Color of an Old Photograph zoom the cropping boundary. • The size of the area you can select with the cropping boundary will depend on the size of the currently displayed image. Color restoration let you correct the old color of a photograph shot with a digital camera. This function is useful for correcting existing old photographs, posters, etc.
IMPORTANT! NOTE • If the original image is smaller than 2M (1600 × 1200 pixels) size, the new (restored) version will be the same size as the original one. • Note that you cannot correct the following types of images. – Movie images and the voice recording file icon – Images created with MOTION PRINT – Images recorded with another camera • The color correct operation cannot be performed if there is not enough memory to store the corrected image.
4. Set the date and the time you want. Editing the Date and Time of an Image Use the procedure in this section to change the date and time of a previously recorded image. This capability comes in handy when the current date and time are wrong due to the following reasons.
Rotating the Displayed Image of a Snapshot IMPORTANT! • You cannot change the date of the following types of files. – Movies, Voice recordings – Images created with MOTION PRINT • The date and time stamped into an image using the Time Stamp feature cannot be edited (page 115). • You cannot edit the date and time of an image that is protected. Unprotect the image and then edit the date and time. • You can specify any date in the range of January 1, 1980 to December 31, 2049.
5. When the displayed image is at the orientation Editing a Movie on the Camera you want, press [MENU]. You can perform the following cut operations on the camera to edit movies you have recorded. IMPORTANT! • You cannot rotate the image of a protected snapshot. To rotate a protected snapshot, first remove its protection (page 162). • You may not be able to rotate the image of a snapshot recorded with another camera. • You cannot rotate the image of a snapshot shot using MOTION PRINT.
■ Editing with To-Point Cut or From-Point Cut IMPORTANT! • When you edit a movie, only the result is saved. The original movie is not retained. Once you perform an editing operation, you will not be able to undo it. • A movie that is shorter than five seconds cannot be edited. • The movie editing operation is supported only for movies that were recorded with this camera.
4. Use [S] and [T] to select “ Cut” (ToPoint Cut) or “ Cut” (From-Point Cut) and then press [SET]. • To cancel movie editing, select “Cancel” and then press [SET]. This will return to the paused movie playback screen. 5.
■ Using Point-To-Point Cut 7. In response to the confirmation message that appears, use [S] and [T] to select “Yes” and then press [SET]. 1. Play back the movie you want to edit. • To cancel movie editing, select “No” instead of “Yes” and then press [SET]. This will return to the paused movie playback screen. • The selected cut operation will take considerable time to complete. Wait until the “Busy... Please wait...
4. Use [S] and [T] to select “ Cut” (Point-To-Point Cut) and then press [SET]. • To cancel movie editing, select “Cancel” and then press [SET]. This will return to the paused movie playback screen. 5. Use the following operations to select the frames (points) between which you want to cut the movie (the cut points).
8. When the frame where you want the second Creating a Snapshot of a Movie Frame (MOTION PRINT) (To) cut point to be is displayed, press [T]. 9. In response to the confirmation message that MOTION PRINT lets you capture a movie frame and use it to create a snapshot. The snapshot you create can be either of the two formats described below. appears, use [S] and [T] to select “Yes” and then press [SET]. • To cancel movie editing, select “No” instead of “Yes” and then press [SET].
1-frame Snapshot (VGA 640 × 480 pixels) 5. Use [W] and [X] to scroll through the movie This format creates a snapshot using the selected movie frame only. frames and search for the one you want to use as the image of the snapshot. • Holding down [W] or [X] scrolls at high speed. 6. After displaying the movie frame you want, press [SET]. • If you selected “9 frames” in step 4, the camera will create a 9-frame snapshot with the frame you selected in step 6 in the center.
USING AUDIO 3. On the “PLAY” tab, Adding Audio to a Snapshot select “Dubbing” and then press [X]. The dubbing feature of your camera lets you add audio to a snapshot after you shoot it. A snapshot that includes audio (regardless of whether the audio was recorded on the spot or added later) is indicated by the “ ” icon. You can re-record a snapshot’s audio whenever you want. You can record up to about 30 seconds of audio for a snapshot.
■ Re-recording Snapshot Audio 5. Press the shutter button to start audio recording. IMPORTANT! This deletes the previous recording and replaces it with the new one. • Note that you cannot restore the original audio once you delete or re-record the audio of a snapshot. 6. Press the shutter button again to stop audio 1. In the PLAY mode, display the snapshot recording. whose audio you want to re-record. Recording will stop automatically after about 30 seconds if you do not press the shutter button.
IMPORTANT! NOTE • Take care that you do not Microphone block the camera’s microphone with your fingers while recording. • Good recording results are not possible when the camera is too far away from what you are trying to record. • You may not be able to record audio if remaining memory capacity is too low. • Adding audio (dubbing) is not possible for the following types of images.
3. Press the shutter Recording Audio Only (Voice Recording) • The operation lamp flashes green while recording is in progress. • You can press [DISP] during recording to turn off the monitor screen. • Pressing [SET] during recording will insert a marker into the recording. During later playback, you will be able to jump to the markers in the recording. Voice Recording lets you record audio only, without a snapshot or movie. Using built-in memory only, you get up to about 24 minutes of Voice Recording.
4. Press the shutter button again to stop audio IMPORTANT! recording and return to the screen in step 3. • Take care that you do not block the camera’s microphone with your fingers while recording. • Good recording results are not possible when the camera is too far away from what you are trying to record. • Recording also will stop automatically if memory becomes full.
■ Playing Back Voice Recording Data Voice Recording Playback Controls 1. Enter the PLAY mode, and then use [W] and The following are the different operations you can perform while a Voice Recording is playing. [X] 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. 160 To do this: Do this: Fast forward or fast reverse playback. Hold down [X] or [W]. Pause or restart playback Press [SET].
MANAGING YOUR FILES Files and Folders Your camera treats each snapshot, movie, and Voice Recording, as a separate file. You can delete, protect, and copy files as required. Files are grouped in folders that are created automatically by the camera. Files and folders have their own unique names, which are assigned automatically by the camera. • For details about how folders are organized in memory, see “Memory Folder Structure” (page 219).
4. Use [S] and [T] to Protecting a File Against Deletion select “On” and then press [SET]. You can protect an important file to ensure that it cannot be deleted accidentally. An image that is protected is indicated by the “ ” icon. IMPORTANT! • Note that even if a file is protected, it will be deleted if you perform the format operation (pages 36, 181). 5. Now you can repeat steps 3 and 4 to protect another image or exit this procedure by pressing [MENU]. ■ Protecting a Specific File 1.
■ Protecting All Files in Memory Using the FAVORITE Folder 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. The FAVORITE folder is located in the camera’s built-in memory, and you can use it to store personal snapshots that you do not want displayed during normal PLAY mode operations. FAVORITE folder snapshots remain in camera memory, even if you change to a different memory card. 2. On the “PLAY” tab, select “Protect” and then press [X]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select “All Files : On” and then press [SET].
■ Copying a File to the FAVORITE Folder IMPORTANT! • The snapshot copied to the FAVORITE folder is converted to QVGA size (320 × 240 pixels). A snapshot in the FAVORITE folder cannot be restored to its original size. • Snapshots in the FAVORITE folder cannot be copied to a memory card. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “PLAY” tab, select “Favorites” and then press [X]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select “Save” and then press [SET].
■ Viewing Snapshots in the FAVORITE Folder Perform the following steps to view FAVORITE folder contents on your computer. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 1. Remove the memory card from the camera. 2. On the “PLAY” tab, select “Favorites” and 2. Place the camera on the USB cradle (which is then press [X]. connected to the computer). 3. Use [S] and [T] to select “Show” and then 3. Perform the required operations on your press [SET]. 4.
■ Copying All Files in Built-in Memory to a Memory Card Copying Files Files can be copied from the camera’s built-in memory to a memory card, or from a memory card to built-in memory. This makes it possible, for example, to perform the following steps and copy a file from your memory card to another person’s memory card. 1 Copy the file from your memory card to the camera’s built-in memory. 2 Remove your memory card and insert the other person’s memory card.
■ Copying a Single File from a Memory Card to Built-in Memory 7. Now you can repeat steps 5 and 6 to copy another file, or you can exit this procedure by pressing [MENU]. With this procedure, files must be copied one-by-one. 1. Load the memory card that contains the file NOTE • Files are copied to the folder in built-in memory whose name has the largest serial number. you want to copy into the camera. 2. Turn on the camera, enter the PLAY mode and then press [MENU]. 3.
DELETING FILES You can delete files you no longer need, or after you transfer them to your computer’s hard disk or print them. This frees up memory for new files. You can delete one specific file, or you can delete all files currently in memory. Here we will explain the different file delete procedures, including how to delete snapshots from the FAVORITE folders. Deleting a Specific File 1. In the PLAY mode, press [T] ( ). IMPORTANT! • Remember that a file delete operation cannot be undone.
Deleting All Files 1. In the PLAY mode, press [T] ( Deleting FAVORITE Folder Snapshots You can delete a single snapshot, or you can delete all the snapshots currently in the FAVORITE folder. ). 2. Use [S] and [T] to select “All Files Delete” ■ Deleting a Specific Snapshot and then press [SET]. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 3. In response to the confirmation message that appears, use [S] and [T] to select “Yes”. 2.
■ Deleting All FAVORITE Folder Snapshots 7. Now you can repeat steps 5 and 6 to delete another FAVORITE folder snapshot, or you can exit this procedure by pressing [MENU] twice. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “PLAY” tab, select “Favorites” and then press [X]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select “Show” and then press [SET]. 4. Press [T] ( ). 5. Use [S] and [T] to select “All Files Delete” and then press [SET].
OTHER SETTINGS 4. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want Configuring Camera Sound Settings and then press [SET]. Your camera lets you configure the following sound settings. • Type of sound for shutter release and other operations • Volume level for shutter release and other operation sounds • Volume level for movie and Voice Recording playback ■ Selecting the Operation Sound To do this: Select this setting: Sound one of the built-in sounds (1 through 5) Sound 1 - 5 Turn sound off Off 1.
■ Setting the Operation Tone Volume Level ■ Setting the Playback Volume Level 1. Press [MENU]. You can use this procedure to set the playback volume level for movies and audio snapshots, independent of the operation tone volume. 2. On the “Set Up” tab, select “Sounds” and then press [X]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select “ 1. Press [MENU]. Operation”. 2. On the “Set Up” tab, select “Sounds” and then press [X]. 4. Use [W] and [X] to specify the playback volume setting you want and then press [SET]. 3.
Turning the Startup Screen On or Off NOTE • The following are the types of images that you can select for the startup screen. – Special startup screen images built into the camera – Snapshots – Audio snapshots (Audio does not play.) • Only one startup screen image can be in effect at any time. To change the startup screen to another image, simply overwrite the current image with the new one. • Formatting built-in memory (page 181) will delete the current startup screen image.
Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Rule Changing the Date and Time Setting When changing the date and time setting, be sure to do so for your Home City (the location where you normally use the camera). If you already have your Home City setting configured correctly, you can use the procedure under “Setting the Date and Time for Your Home City” (page 175) to change the current time setting only, if you want.
■ Setting the Date and Time for Your Home City 3. Use [S] and [T] to select “Home” and then press [X]. 1. Press [MENU]. 4. Use [S] and [T] to select “City” and then press [X]. 2. On the “Set Up” tab, select “Adjust” and then 5. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to select the area press [X]. where your Home City is located and then press [SET]. 3. Set the date and the time. 6. Use [S] and [T] to select your home city and then press [SET]. 7.
■ Changing the Date Format Using World Time You can select from among three different formats for the date. You can use the World Time screen to view the current time in 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. Press [MENU]. 2. On the “Set Up” tab, select “Date Style” and then press [X]. Configuring World Time Settings 3.
■ Switching between the Home Time and World Time Screens 4. Use [S] and [T] to select “City” and then press [X]. 1. Press [MENU]. • To configure the summer time setting, select “DST” and then select either “On” or “Off”. • Summer time is used in some areas to advance the current time setting by one hour during the summer months. • Use of summer time depends on the local customs and laws. 2. On the “Set Up” tab, select “World Time” and then press [X]. 3.
Changing the Display Language Changing the USB Port Protocol You can use the following procedure to select one of 10 languages for on-screen messages. 1. Press [MENU]. You can use the procedure below to change the USB communication protocol that is used when exchanging data with a computer, printer, or other external device. Select the protocol that suits the device to which you are connecting. 2. On the “Set Up” tab, select “Language” and 1. Press [MENU]. then press [X]. 2.
3. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want [ ] (REC) and [ Settings and then press [SET]. When you want to connect to this type of device: Select this setting: Computer or a printer that supports USB DIRECT-PRINT (page 184) With this setting, the computer sees the camera as an external storage device. Use this setting for normal transfer of images from the camera to a computer (using the bundled Photo Loader application).
3. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want NOTE and then press [SET]. To configure both keys to do this when pressed: Select this setting: Turn on the camera Power On Turn on or turn off the camera Power On/Off Do not turn on the camera Disable • With “Power On/Off”, the camera turns off when you press [ ] (REC) in the REC mode or [ ] (PLAY) in the PLAY mode. • Pressing [ ] (PLAY) while in the REC mode or [ ] (REC) while in the PLAY mode will switch to the applicable mode (REC or PLAY).
1. Check to make sure there is no memory card Formatting Built-in Memory loaded in the camera. Formatting built-in memory deletes any data stored in it. • If there is a memory card loaded in the camera, remove it. IMPORTANT! 2. Press [MENU]. • Note that data deleted by a format operation cannot be recovered. Check to make sure you do not need any of the data in built-in memory before you format it. • Formatting built-in memory also deletes the following.
PRINTING Types of Printing There are three different methods you can use for printing images. Professional Print Service (page 183) Printing at Home Take the memory card that contains the images you want to print to a professional print service. • You can use DPOF settings to specify which images you want to print, the number of copies, and date stamp settings before taking the card in for printing.
■ Printing Precautions Using Professional Print Service • See the documentation that comes with your printer for information about print quality and paper settings. • Contact the manufacturer of your printer to find out if it supports PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT, for new printer versions, etc. • Never disconnect cables or perform any camera or USB cradle operation while printing is in progress. Doing so can cause a printer error.
■ Printing on a Printer that Supports PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT Using Your Printer to Print Images If your printer is either of the types described below, you can use it to print without going through a computer. – Printer equipped with an SD memory card slot – Printer that support PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT You can connect the camera directly to a PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT compliant printer and print images without going through a computer.
4. Connect the USB cable that comes bundled 5. Turn off the camera and place it onto the USB with the camera to the USB cradle and your printer’s USB port. cradle. 6. Turn on the printer. USB Cable (Bundled) Mini-B Plug USB Port 7. Load paper into the printer. 8. Press the USB cradle’s [USB] button. A Plug This displays a print menu on the camera’s monitor screen. [ ] (USB) Connector • Also, connect the AC adaptor to the cradle and plug the adaptor into an electrical outlet.
9. Use [S] and [T] to select “Paper Size” and 11. Use [S] and [T] to specify the print option then press [X]. you want. If you want to print a specific image: Select “1 Image” and then press [SET]. After that, use [W] and [X] to display the image you want to print. If you want to print multiple images: Select “DPOF” and then press [SET]. Next, use the DPOF settings (page 187) to specify the images you want to select. 10. Use [S] and [T] to select a paper size and then press [SET].
12. Use [S] and [T] to select “Print” and then Using DPOF to Specify Images to be Printed and the Number of Copies press [SET]. Printing will start and the message “Busy... Please wait...” will appear on the monitor screen. The message will disappear after a short while, even though printing is still being performed. Pressing any camera button will cause the printing status message to re-appear. The print menu screen will re-appear when printing is complete.
■ Configuring DPOF Settings Individually for Each Image 5. Use [S] and [T] to specify the number of copies. • You can specify up to 99 for the number of copies. Specify 0 if you do not want to print the image. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “PLAY” tab, 6. If you want to include the date in the image, select “DPOF” and then press [X]. press [BS] to toggle date stamping on and off. • To turn off date stamping, press [BS] so “Off” is displayed.
■ Configuring the Same DPOF Settings for All the Images Clear DPOF settings when you no longer need them! DPOF settings are not cleared automatically after printing is complete. This means that if you perform another printing operation without clearing DPOF settings, printing will be performed in accordance with the last settings you configured.
Date Stamping IMPORTANT! • Some printers may ignore time stamp settings or may not support DPOF at all. Check the user documentation that comes with your printer for details. You can use any one of the following three methods to include the recording date in the printout of an image.
• Specify date stamping with Photohands (Windows only) – See the Photohands User’s Guide for details. The Photohands User’s Guide is provided as a PDF file on the CD-ROM that comes bundled with your camera. • Request date stamping when ordering prints from a professional print service – Some print services do not support date printing. Check with your service for more information. Supported Protocols Your camera supports the protocols described below.
■ Exif Print Printing on a printer that also supports Exif Print (Exif 2.2) uses information about shooting conditions recorded with the image to enhance printed image quality. Contact your printer manufacturer for information about models that support Exif Print, printer upgrades, etc.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER The procedures you need to perform when using the camera with your computer and when using the bundled software are different for Windows and the Macintosh. • Windows users should refer to “Using the Camera with a Windows Computer” on page 194. • Macintosh users should refer to “Using the Camera with a Macintosh” on page 207. What you can do Connecting the camera to a computer with the bundled USB cable provides you with the capabilities described below.
Using the Camera with a Windows Computer Install this software: See page: Play movies DirectX 9.0c* Windows 2000 Users of the above operating systems also need to install DirectX 9.0c if DirectX 9.0 or greater is not already installed on your system (page 203). • Windows Media Player is not included on the CDROM that comes bundled with the camera, but it is included with Windows. Use the Windows Media Player application that is installed with Windows for playback.
■ Computer System Requirements IMPORTANT! 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.
■ Connecting the Camera to Your Computer the First Time Viewing and Storing Images on a Computer You can view and store images (snapshot and movie files) on your computer by connecting to the camera via its USB cradle. IMPORTANT! • If you are not using the AC adaptor to power the camera, the battery may go low and cause the camera to turn off while it is in the middle of exchanging files with your computer. Use of the special AC adaptor is recommended to power the camera.
2. Connect the USB cable that comes bundled 3. Press the camera’s [ON/OFF] button to turn it with the camera to the USB cradle and the USB port of your computer. on and then press [MENU]. • Do not place the camera on the USB cradle yet. USB Cable (Bundled) 4. On the “Set Up” tab, select “USB” and then Mini-B Plug USB Port press [X]. 5. Use [S] and [T] to select “Mass Storage” and then press [SET]. A Plug 6.
7. Press the USB Camera-Computer Connection cradle’s [USB] button. Pressing the cradle’s [USB] button puts it into the USB mode, which is indicated by the USB lamp lighting green. In this mode, your computer recognizes the memory card loaded in the camera (or the camera’s built-in memory if it does not have a memory card loaded) as a removable disk.
■ Connecting the Camera to Your Computer after the First Time ■ Viewing Camera Images on Your Computer After connecting the camera to your computer, you can view camera images on your computer screen. • For information about connecting to a computer, see “Connecting the Camera to Your Computer after the First Time” on page 199. Since you need to configure menu settings only the first time you connect the camera to your computer, later connections are much simpler. 1.
■ Saving an Image on Your Computer 5. Double-click the file that contains the image you want to view. In order to work on an image or put it into an album, you must first save it to your computer. To save a camera image to your computer, you must first establish a connection between them via the camera’s USB cradle. • For information about connecting to a computer, see “Connecting the Camera to Your Computer after the First Time” on page 199. This displays the image.
4. On the shortcut menu that appears, click IMPORTANT! “Copy”. • Never use your computer to modify, delete, move, or rename any image files that are in the camera’s built-in memory or memory card. Doing so can cause problems with the camera’s image management data, which will make it impossible to play back images on the camera and can drastically alter remaining memory capacity. Whenever you want to modify, delete, move, or rename an image, do so only on images that are stored on your computer.
■ Removing the Camera from the USB Cradle Managing Images on Your Computer Windows XP Users To manage images on your computer, you need to install the Photo Loader application from the CD-ROM that comes with the camera. Press the USB cradle [USB] button. After making sure that the cradle’s USB lamp is not lit, remove the camera from the cradle. NOTE Windows 2000 Users • If you already have Photo Loader installed on your computer, check its version.
3. Click the Photo Loader “Read me” file and IMPORTANT! read its contents. • See the “Read me” file that comes with Photo Loader for information about what you need to do to be able to use existing libraries after updating, re-installing Photo Loader, or moving Photo Loader to another computer. If you do not follow the correct procedure for installation, you may not be able to display existing library information or calendar format HTML files with Photo Loader, or imported image files may be deleted.
1. On your computer, click “Start”, “All Retouching, Reorienting, or Printing Snapshots Programs”, “Accessories”, “System Tools” and then “System Information”. In order to retouch, reorient, or print snapshots on your PC, you need to install Photohands from the CD-ROM that comes bundled with the camera. 2. On the “Tools” menu, select “DirectX Diagnostic Tool”. 3. On the “System” tab, check to make sure that IMPORTANT! • If you already have Photohands installed on your computer, check its version.
■ Installing Photohands Playing Movies 1. Start up your computer and place the bundled Windows Media Player, which is already installed on most computers, can be used for movie playback. CD-ROM into its CD-ROM drive. • Use the CD-ROM that has “Photohands” on its label. • Normally, this should cause the menu screen to appear automatically. If your computer does not display the menu screen automatically, navigate to the CD-ROM on your computer and then double-click the “MENU.exe” file.
Viewing User Documentation (PDF) Files IMPORTANT! • You must have Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer in order to view the contents of a PDF file. If you do not already have Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader installed, install Adobe Reader from the bundled CD-ROM that has “Adobe Reader” on its label. 1. Start up your computer, and place the bundled CD-ROM into its CD-ROM drive. • Use the CD-ROM that has “User’s Guide Included” on its label.
Using the Camera with a Macintosh Objective Install the required software in accordance with what version of the Macintosh OS you are running and what you want to do. View the User’s Guide IMPORTANT! • PJ Camera Software cannot be used with Macintosh computers. OS Version Install this software: – • Use Adobe Reader or OS 9/OS X Adobe Acrobat reader, which comes bundled with your operating system.
■ System Requirements IMPORTANT! 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.
Viewing and Storing Images on a Macintosh ■ Connecting the Camera to Your Computer the First Time You can view and store images (snapshot and movie files) on your Macintosh by connecting to the camera via its USB cradle. 1. Connect the bundled AC adaptor to the [DC IN] connector of the USB cradle and then plug it in to a household power outlet. IMPORTANT! • Note that the shape of the AC adaptor depends on the area where you purchased the camera.
2. Connect the USB cable that comes bundled 3. Press the camera’s [ON/OFF] button to turn it with the camera to the USB cradle and the USB port of your Macintosh. on and then press [MENU]. • Do not place the camera on the USB cradle yet. USB Cable (Bundled) 4. On the “Set Up” tab, select “USB” and then Mini-B Plug USB Port press [X]. 5. Use [S] and [T] to select “Mass Storage” and then press [SET]. A Plug 6.
7. Press the USB Camera-Macintosh Connection cradle’s [USB] button. Pressing the cradle’s [USB] button puts it into the USB mode, which is indicated by the USB lamp lighting green. In this mode, your Macintosh recognizes the memory card loaded in the camera (or the camera’s built-in memory if it does not have a memory card loaded) as a drive. The appearance of the drive icon depends on the Mac OS version you are using.
■ Connecting the Camera to Your Macintosh after the First Time ■ Viewing Camera Images on Your Macintosh After connecting the camera to your Macintosh, you can view camera images on your Macintosh screen. • For information about connecting to a Macintosh, see “Connecting the Camera to Your Macintosh after the First Time” on page 212. Since you need to configure menu settings only the first time you connect the camera to your Macintosh, later connections are much simpler. 1.
■ Saving an Image on Your Macintosh IMPORTANT! In order to work on an image to put it into an album, you must first save it to your Macintosh. To save a camera image to your Macintosh, you must first establish a connection between them via the camera’s USB cradle. • For information about connecting to a Macintosh, see “Connecting the Camera to Your Macintosh after the First Time” on page 212. • Do not leave the same image displayed on your Macintosh screen for a long time.
■ Removing the Camera from the USB Cradle IMPORTANT! • Never use your computer to modify, delete, move, or rename any image files that are in the camera’s built-in memory or memory card. Doing so can cause problems with the camera’s image management data, which will make it impossible to play back images on the camera and can drastically alter remaining memory capacity. Whenever you want to modify, delete, move, or rename an image, do so only on images that have been copied to your Macintosh.
4. Open the folder named “Installer” and then Managing Images on Your Macintosh open the file named “readme”. If you are running Mac OS X, you can manage snapshots using iPhoto, which comes bundled with your operating system. If you are running Mac OS 9, install the Photo Loader application from the CD-ROM that comes with the camera. 5. Follow the instructions in the “readme” file to install Photo Loader.
Playing Movies Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) You can use QuickTime, which comes bundled with your operating system, to play back movies. You must have Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer in order to view the contents of a PDF file. If you don’t, go to the Adobe Systems Incorporated website and install Acrobat Reader. ■ Movie Playback Precautions Proper movie playback may not be possible on some Macintosh models. If you experience problems, try the following.
■ Viewing the Photo Loader User’s Guide Reading Files Directly from a Memory Card 1. On the CD-ROM, open the “Manual” folder. • Use the CD-ROM that has “Photo Loader” on its label. The method you should use to read files from a memory card depends on the type of computer you have. Some typical examples are shown below. After you connect, use the same procedures as those that you use when the camera is connected to your computer via the USB cradle. 2.
■ Other types of computers Memory Card Data Use either of the method described below. – Use a commercially available SD memory card reader/writer. See the user documentation that comes with the SD memory card reader/ writer for details about how to use it. – Use a commercially available PC card reader/ writer in combination with a commercially available PC card adapter (for SD memory card and MMC).
■ Memory Folder Structure DCIM 100CASIO CIMG0001.JPG CIMG0002.AVI CIMG0003.WAV CIMG0004.JPG CIMG0004.WAV .. . 101CASIO 102CASIO .. . FAVORITE * CIMG0001.JPG CIMG0002.JPG .. . MISC AUTPRINT.MRK SCENE * • DCIM Folder Folder that contains all of the camera files • Recording Folder Folder that contains files recorded with the camera • Image File File of an image shot with the camera. Extension is “JPG”. • Movie File File of a movie shot with the camera. Extension is “AVI”. • Audio File Audio recording file.
■ Built-in Memory and Memory Card Data Handling Precautions • Startup Screen File File for storing the startup screen image. This file is created when you specify an image for use as the startup screen image. • When saving camera data to a computer hard disk, MO disk, or other medium, be sure to transfer the entire DCIM folder and its contents. Changing the name of the DCIM to a date or something similar after you copy it to your computer is a good way to keep track of multiple DCIM folders.
APPENDIX Back General Guide 789 bkbl The numbers in parentheses indicate the pages where each part is explained.
■ USB Cradle Bottom Front 1 1 Camera Contact (page 25) 2 USB Lamp (pages 198, 211, 234) 3 [USB] Button cl ck bt (pages 187, 198, 211) bs 5 bs Battery/Memory Card Slots (pages 23, 34) bt Cradle Contact (page 25) ck Tripod Hole 43 2 4 [PHOTO] Button (pages 133, 134) 5 [CHARGE] Lamp (pages 25, 234) Use this hole when attaching to a tripod.
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 Mode 12 1 Focus Mode (page 96) 2 White Balance Setting (page 107) 3 Recording Mode 4 Remaining Movie Memory Capacity (page 77) 5 Movie Image Quality (page 76) 6 Exposure Compensation (page 105) 7 Battery Level Indicator (page 27) 8 Histogram (page 116) 3 4 5 Normal 8 7 Panel (Operation Panel) 6 3 4 5 1 8 2 7 6 224 APPENDIX
■ Snapshot Playback Mode 12 ■ Movie Playback Mode 3 12 4 5 6 7 8 9 bq bp bo 4 5 6 bnbmblbk 7 1 File Type (page 126) bm Flash Mode (page 63) 2 Protect Indicator (page 162) bn Recording Mode 3 Folder Name/File Name bo Battery Level Indicator (page 161) 4 Snapshot Image Quality (page 55) 5 Snapshot Image Size 3 1 File Type (page 128) 2 Protect Indicator (page 162) 3 Folder Name/File Name (page 27) (page 161) bp Histogram (page 116) bq Exposure Compensation 4 Movie Recording Time (page 128) 5
Menu Reference Icon Help Icon Help provides you instant access to information about the icons that appear on the monitor screen in the REC mode. You can turn off icon help if you want (page 121). • Icon Help text is displayed for the following functions.
Quick Shutter On* / Off Audio Snap On / Off* Grid On / Off* Review On* / Off Icon Help On* / Off Memory BEST SHOT: On / Off* Flash: On* / Off Focus: On / Off* White Balance: On / Off* ISO: On / Off* AF Area: On* / Off Metering: On / Off* Self-timer: On / Off* Flash Intensity: On / Off* Digital Zoom: On* / Off MF Position: On / Off* Zoom Position: On / Off* Quality Tab Menu Size 10M (3648 × 2736)* / 3:2 (3648 × 2432) / 16:9 (3648 × 2048) / 5M (2560 × 1920) / 3M (2048 × 1536) / 2M (1600 × 1200) /
Saturation +2 / +1 / 0* / –1 / –2 Contrast +2 / +1 / 0* / –1 / –2 Flash Intensity +2 / +1 / 0* / –1 / –2 Flash Assist Auto* / Off Set Up Tab Menu Sounds Startup* / Half Shutter / Shutter / Operation / Operation / Play Startup On (Selectable image) / Off* File No. Continue* / Reset World Time Home* / World Home Time setup (city, DST, etc.) World Time setup (city, DST, etc.
■ PLAY Mode “Set Up” Tab PLAY Tab Menu • The contents of the “Set Up” tab are the same in the REC mode and PLAY mode.
■ PLAY Mode ti Display Menu Reference The tables in this section show the items that appears on the menus that appear on the monitor screen when you press [DISP]. Most of these items are for configuring monitor screen settings. The items included on the menus depend on whether the camera is in the REC mode or PLAY mode. • An asterisk (*) indicates reset default settings. Layout Normal / Wide* Info. Same as REC Mode settings. Brightness Same as REC Mode settings. Type Same as REC Mode settings.
■ REC Mode Indicator Lamps The camera has lamps: an Operation Lamp and an AF assist/ self-timer Lamp. These lamps light and flash to indicate the current operational status of the camera. Operation Lamp Operation Lamp Green AF assist/self-timer Lamp Red Amber AF Assist/ Self-timer Lamp Red Operational (Power on, recording enabled) Lit Pattern 3 Flash is charging. Flash charging is complete. Lit Auto Focus operation was successful. Lit Pattern 3 * There are three lamp flash patterns.
Operation Lamp Green Red Pattern 1 Amber AF Assist/ Self-timer Lamp IMPORTANT! Meaning Red Cannot charge flash. Pattern 2 Memory card problem / Memory card is unformatted. / BEST SHOT setup cannot be registered. Lit Memory card is locked / Cannot create folder. / Memory is full. / Write error Pattern 3 • When you are using a memory card, never remove the card from the camera while the operation lamp is flashing green. Doing so will cause the image you shot to be lost.
■ PLAY mode Operation Lamp Green Red Amber AF Assist/ Self-timer Lamp Operation Lamp Meaning Lit Operational (Power on, recording enabled) Pattern 3 One of the following operations is in progress: Delete, DPOF, protect, copy, format, resize, trimming, adding audio to snapshot, keystone correction, color correction, MOTION PRINT, movie editing, power down Pattern 2 Green Red Red Lit Pattern 3 Amber AF Assist/ Self-timer Lamp Meaning Red Memory card is locked / Cannot create folder.
■ USB Cradle Indicator Lamps [CHARGE] Lamp USB Lamp Meaning The USB cradle has two indicator lamps: a [CHARGE] lamp and a USB lamp. These lamps light and flash to indicate the current operational status of the cradle and camera. Color Status Color Red Lit Charging Green Lit Charging complete Amber Lit Charge standby Red Flashing Charge error Green Green [CHARGE] lamp Status Lit USB connection Flashing Memory being accessed.
Troubleshooting Guide Find the Problem and Fixing It Problem Possible Causes Action Power Supply Power does not turn on. 1) The battery is not oriented correctly. 2) The battery is dead. 1) Orient the battery correctly (page 23). 2) Charge the battery (page 23). 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 NP-40 rechargeable lithium ion battery. Camera suddenly powers down.
Problem Possible Causes Action The subject is out of The image is not focused properly. focus in the recorded image. When composing the image, make sure the subject is located inside the focus frame. The flash does not fire. 1) (Flash Off) is selected as the flash mode. 2) The battery is dead. 3) A BEST SHOT scene that selects (Flash Off) as the flash mode is selected. 1) Select a different flash mode (page 63). 2) Charge the battery (page 23).
Problem Possible Causes Action Digital zoom 1) The digital zoom setting is turned off. (including Instant 2) Date stamping is turned on. Zoom) does not work. The zoom bar indicates zoom only up to a zoom factor of 3.0. 1) Turn on the digital zoom setting (page 61). 2) Turn off date stamping (page 115). Digital zoom is disabled while date stamping is turned on.
Problem Possible Causes Action All buttons and switches are disabled. Circuit problem caused by electrostatic charge, impact, etc. while the camera was connected to another device. Remove the battery from the camera, reinsert it, and then try again. The camera’s monitor screen is blank. USB communication is in progress. After confirming that the computer is not accessing the memory card, disconnect the USB cable. I can’t transfer images over a USB connection.
Display Messages 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 88). Cannot find the file. The image you specified with the slideshow “Images” setting cannot be found. Change the “Images” setting (page 130) and try again. Cannot register any more files.
Replenish ink! During printing, the printer is running low on ink or is out of ink. RETRY POWER ON If the lens comes into contact with some obstacle, this message appears and the camera turns off. Take action to remove the obstacle, and try turning on power again. SYSTEM ERROR Your camera system is corrupted. Contact your retailer or an authorized CASIO service center. The card is locked. The LOCK switch of the SD memory card loaded in the camera is in the locked position.
Storage Capacity • Snapshots Specifications ■ Camera Functions Image Size (Pixels) Image Files Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Snapshots: JPEG (Exif Version 2.2); DCF (Design Rule for Camera File System) 1.0 standard; DPOF compliant Movies: Motion JPEG AVI format Audio: WAV Recording Media . . . . . . . .Built-in Memory 8.
Approximate Image File Size Approximate Built-in Memory (8.0MB) Capacity Image Quality 2M (1600 × 1200) Fine 1.
* Number of image values are approximate and are provided for reference only. * Based on Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. products. The number of images you can save depends on the type of memory card you are using. * When using a memory card with a different capacity, calculate the number of images as a percentage of 256 MB. Delete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 file; all files (with memory protection feature) Effective Pixels . . . . . . . . . 10.1 million Imaging Element . . . . . . . . 1/1.
Exposure Control . . . . . . . .Metering: Multi-pattern, center weighted, and spot by imaging element Exposure: Program AE Exposure Compensation: –2EV to +2EV (in 1/3EV steps) Shutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CCD shutter, mechanical shutter Snapshot (Auto): 1/2 to 1/2000 second (with ISO 50) Snapshot (Night Scene): 4 to 1/2000 second (with ISO 50) * The shutter speed range may be different for some BEST SHOT scenes and sensitivity settings. Aperture Value . . . . . . . . . .F2.8/5.
■ Power Supply Monitor Screen. . . . . . . . . .2.8-inch TFT color LCD 230,400 (960 × 240) pixels Viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . . .Monitor Screen Timekeeping Functions . . .Built-in quartz digital clock Date and Time: Recorded with image data Auto Calendar: To 2049 World Time. . . . . . . . . . . . .162 cities in 32 time zones City name, date, time, summer time Input/Output Terminals . . .Cradle contact USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .USB 2.0 Full-Speed compatible Microphone . . . . . . . . . . .
*2 Continuous Playback Time Standard temperature (23°C (73°F)), one-image scroll approximately every 10 seconds *3 Approximate continuous recording time • The above values are based a new battery, starting from a full charge. Repeated charging shortens battery life. • Frequency of flash, zoom, and Auto Focus usage, and the time the camera is on greatly affects recording time and number of shots values. Power Consumption . . . . . 3.7 V DC; Approximately 3.6 W Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . 92.
■ USB Cradle Input/Output Terminals . . .Camera contact; USB port; external power supply terminal; AV terminal (AV OUT: NTSC/PAL standards) Power Consumption . . . . .5.0 V DC, Approximately 3.2 W Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . .107 (W) × 17 (H) × 58 (D) mm (4.2"(W) × 0.7"(H) × 2.3"(D)) (Excluding projections) Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Approximately 59 g (2.1 oz) ■ Special AC Adaptor (AD-A50150S) Input Power . . . . . . . . . . . .100 to 240 V AC 50/60Hz Output Power . . . . . . . . . . .5.
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