E Digital Camera EX-Z750 User’s Guide Thank you for purchasing this CASIO product. • Before using it, be sure to read the precautions contained in this User’s Guide. • Keep the User’s Guide in a safe place for future reference. • For the most up-to-date information about this product, visit the official EXILIM Website at http://www.exilim.com/.
INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Unpacking Check to make sure that all of the items shown below are included with your camera. If something is missing, contact your dealer as soon as possible. Camera Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery (NP-40) USB Cradle (CA-26) Strap CD-ROMs (2) USB Cable AV Cable Basic Reference * The shape of the AC power cord plug varies according to country or geographic area.
INTRODUCTION Monitor Screen Contents ........................................... 26 Contents 2 REC Modes PLAY Mode Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen INTRODUCTION Attaching the Strap .................................................... 32 Power Requirements .................................................. 33 Unpacking ....................................................................
INTRODUCTION Using the Flash .......................................................... 64 Flash Unit Status Changing the Flash Intensity Setting Using Flash Assist Using the BEST SHOT Mode .................................... 93 66 66 67 Displaying 12 BEST SHOT Sample Scenes on a Single Screen Creating Your Own BEST SHOT Setup To delete a BEST SHOT user setup Using the Self-timer ...................................................
INTRODUCTION REC Mode Camera Settings .................................... 119 Assigning Functions to the [왗] and [왘] Keys Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off Turning Image Review On and Off Using Icon Help Specifying Power On Default Settings Specifying ISO Sensitivity Selecting the Metering Mode Specifying Outline Sharpness Specifying Color Saturation Specifying Contrast Resetting the Camera Displaying the 9-image View ....................................
INTRODUCTION Using the FAVORITE Folder .................................... 162 To To To To copy a file to the FAVORITE folder display a file in the FAVORITE folder delete a file from the FAVORITE folder delete all files from the FAVORITE folder Configuring [ ] (REC) and [ ] (PLAY) Power On/Off Functions ...................................................... 174 162 164 165 165 Formatting Built-in Memory ...................................... 175 177 166 OTHER SETTINGS Using a Memory Card ...........
INTRODUCTION 194 Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer ....... 227 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER About the bundled CD-ROM Computer System Requirements Managing Images on a Macintosh Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) To register as a camera user Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ......... 194 Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer ....... 202 Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to a Computer .......................................................... 207 231 Memory Data .........
INTRODUCTION • Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. • MultiMediaCard is a trademark of Infineon Technologies AG of Germany, and licensed to the MultiMediaCard Association (MMCA). • Adobe and Reader are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. • Ulead is a trademark of Ulead Systems,Inc. • Other company, product and service names used herein may also be trademarks or service marks of others.
INTRODUCTION ■ LCD Panel The LCD panel is a product of the latest LCD manufacturing technology that provides a pixel yield of 99.99%. This means that less than 0.01% of the total pixels are defective (they do not turn on or always remain turned on). Features • 7.2 million effective pixels The CCD provides 7.41 million total pixels of very highresolution for crisp, clear, prints and display images. • 2.5-inch TFT color LCD monitor screen • 8.
INTRODUCTION • 24X zoom (page 61) 3X optical zoom, 8X digital zoom • BEST SHOT (page 93) Simply select the sample scene that matches the type of image you are trying to record and the camera performs troublesome setups automatically for beautiful pictures every time. New BEST SHOT sample scenes include setups for ID photos, cross filter, and backlighting. • Triple Self-timer (page 69) The self-timer can be set up to repeat three times, automatically.
INTRODUCTION • Audio Snapshot Mode (page 114) Use this mode to record snapshots that also include audio. • After Recording (page 152) Use this mode to add audio to snapshots after you record them. • Voice Recording (page 115) Quick and easy recording of voice input. • Selectable Sound Settings (page 166) You can configure different sounds to play whenever you turn on the camera, press the shutter button half-way or all the way, or perform a key operation.
INTRODUCTION • PRINT Image Matching III Compatible (page 192) Images include PRINT Image Matching III data (mode setting and other camera setup information). A printer that supports PRINT Image Matching III reads this data and adjusts the printed image accordingly, so your images come out just the way you intended when you recorded them. • Ulead Movie Wizard SE VCD (page 224) Bundled Ulead Movie Wizard SE VCD software lets you edit movie files on your computer and create Video CDs.
INTRODUCTION • Never fire the flash while it is too close to the subject’s eyes. Intense light from the flash can cause eye damage if it is fired too close to the eyes. This is especially true with young children. When using the flash, the camera should be at least one meter (3.3´) from the eyes of the subject. • Keep the camera away from water and other liquids, and never let it get wet. Moisture creates the risk of fire and electric shock.
INTRODUCTION ■ Test for proper operation before using the camera! • Never cover the AC adaptor with a quilt, blanket, or other cover while it is in use, and do not use it near a heater. • At least once a year, unplug the AC adaptor power cord from the power outlet and clean the area around the prongs of the plug. Dust build up around the prongs can create the risk of fire.
INTRODUCTION ■ Data Error Precautions ■ Operating conditions • Your digital camera is manufactured using precision digital components. Any of the following creates the risk of corruption of data in file memory. • This camera is designed for use in temperatures ranging from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). • Do not use or keep the camera in the following areas.
INTRODUCTION ■ Condensation ■ Power Supply • When you bring the camera indoors on a cold day or otherwise expose it to a sudden change of temperature, there is the possibility that condensation can form on the exterior or on interior components. Condensation can cause malfunction of the camera, so you should avoid exposing it to conditions that might cause condensation.
INTRODUCTION ■ Lens ■ Other • Never apply too much force when cleaning the surface of the lens. Doing so can scratch the lens surface and cause malfunction. • Fingerprints, dust, or any other soiling of the lens can interfere with proper image recording. Never touch the lens with your fingers. You can remove dust particles from the lens surface by using a lens blower to blow them off. Next, wipe the surface of the lens with a soft lens cloth.
QUICK START GUIDE QUICK START GUIDE First, charge the battery! 1. Load the battery into the camera 2. Place the camera onto the USB cradle to charge the (page 33). battery (page 34). 1 • Note that the shape of the AC adaptor depends on the area where you purchased the camera. • It takes about 180 minutes to achieve a full charge.
QUICK START GUIDE To configure display language and clock settings • Be sure to configure the following settings before using the camera to record images. See page 49 for details. 1. Press the power button to turn on the camera. 2. Use [왖], [왔], [왗], and [왘] to select the language you want. 1 3. Press [SET] to register the language setting. 4. Use [왖], [왔], [왗], and [왘] to select the geographical area you want, and then press [SET]. 5. Use [왖] and [왔] to select the city you want, and then press [SET].
QUICK START GUIDE To record an image Snapshot mode icon See page 52 for details. 1. Press [ 10 1600 1200N Green operation lamp 1 05/ 12/24 05/12 24 12:58 12 58 ] (REC). • This enters the REC (recording) mode. 2. Align the mode dial with “ 3 4 ” (Snapshot mode). 3. Point the camera at the subject, use the monitor screen or viewfinder to compose the image, and then press the shutter button half way.
QUICK START GUIDE To view a recorded image To delete an image See page 130 for details. 1. Press [ 1 1 2 2, 3, 4, 5 ] (PLAY). • This enters the PLAY (playback) mode. 2. Use [왗] and [왘] to scroll through the images. See page 158 for details. 1. Press [ ] (PLAY). 2. Press [왔] ( ). 3. Use [왗] and [왘] to display the image you want to delete. 4. Use [왖] and [왔] to select “Delete”. • To exit the image delete operation without deleting anything, select “Cancel”. 5.
GETTING READY GETTING READY This section contains information about things you need to know about and do before trying to use the camera. This term as used in this manual: The currently selected recording mode (Snapshot, BEST SHOT, Movie, Short Movie, Past Movie, MOVIE BEST SHOT, Voice Recording) “digital noise” Tiny flecks or “snow” in a recorded image or on the monitor screen, which makes the image look grainy.
GETTING READY ■ File Memory General Guide The term “file memory” in this manual is a general term that refers to the location where your camera is currently storing the images you record. File memory can be any one of the following three locations. The following illustrations show the names of each component, button, and switch on the camera.
GETTING READY ■ Back 90 ■ Bottom AB 9 Finder 0 Operation lamp A [ ] (PLAY mode) C M Stopper N Memory card slot O Battery compartment P Battery cover Q Connector R Tripod screw hole button ] (REC mode) button C Mode dial D Strap ring E [SET] button F [왖][왔][왗][왘] G [DISP] button H [MENU] button I Monitor Screen B[ D E I HG F * Use this hole when attaching to a tripod.
GETTING READY ■ Back USB Cradle Simply placing your CASIO digital camera onto the USB cradle lets you perform the following tasks. 6 [DC IN 5.3V] (AC adaptor connector) 7 [ ] (USB port) 8 [AV OUT] • Battery charging (page 34) • Viewing of images using the Photo Stand slideshow feature (page 149). • TV connectability for viewing of images on a television screen (page 155).
GETTING READY Monitor Screen Contents The monitor screen uses various indicators and icons to keep you informed of the camera’s status. • Note that the example screens in this chapter are for illustrative purposes only. They do not exactly match the screen contents actually produced on the camera.
GETTING READY 7 Metering mode indicator (page 126) Multi Center Weighted Spot 8 • Snapshots: Memory capacity (pages 56, 245) (Remaining number of storable images) • Movies: Remaining recording time (page 105) 9 Image quality • Snapshots (page 72) F : Fine N : Normal E : Economy • Movies (page 104) HQ : High Quality NORMAL : Normal LP : Long Play F 0 • Snapshots: Image size (page 71) 3072 × 2304 pixels 3072 × 2048 (3:2) pixels 2560 × 1920 pixels 2048 × 1536 pixels 1600 × 1200 pixels 640 × 480 pixels • M
GETTING READY ■ Exposure Panel 2 Aperture and Shutter speed values (pages 56, 87) Use this item to adjust the aperture and shutter speed values. • The aperture and shutter speed values are displayed in the exposure panel when the mode dial is set to “M” (manual exposure). The exposure panel is an area in the lower right corner of the REC modes monitor screen that shows various adjustable parameters. You can also use the exposure panel to adjust exposure settings.
GETTING READY PLAY Mode 12 5 • Snapshots: Image Size 3 (page 71) 3072 × 2304 pixels 3072 × 2048 (3:2) pixels 2560 × 1920 pixels 2048 × 1536 pixels 1600 × 1200 pixels 640 × 480 pixels • Movies: Image quality (page 104) HQ : High Quality NORMAL : Normal LP : Long Play 4 5 6 7 8 9 F E D 6 Shutter speed value CB A 0 (pages 56, 87) 7 Aperture value (pages 56, 87) 1 PLAY mode file type 3 Folder name/File name Snapshot (page 160) Movie Example : When a file named CIMG0023.
GETTING READY IMPORTANT! Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen • Some information may not display properly if you display an image that was recorded using a different digital camera model. Each press of the [DISP] button changes the contents of the monitor screen as shown below.
GETTING READY ■ PLAY Mode IMPORTANT! Indicators on • You cannot turn off the monitor screen in the following modes: PLAY, BEST SHOT, Movie, Short Movie, Past Movie, MOVIE BEST SHOT Mode (standby). • Pressing [DISP] will not change monitor screen contents during movie recording, or during standby or recording of an audio snapshot. • Pressing [DISP] in the Voice Recording REC mode toggles the monitor screen on (“indicators on”) and off.
GETTING READY IMPORTANT! Attaching the Strap • Be sure to keep the strap around your wrist when using the camera to protect against accidentally dropping it. • The supplied strap is intended for use with this camera only. Do not use it for any other purpose. • Never swing the camera around by the strap. Attach the strap to the strap ring as shown in the illustration.
GETTING READY 2. While pulling the stopper in the direction Power Requirements indicated by the arrow in the illustration, align the arrow mark on the battery with the arrow mark on the camera and slide the battery into the camera. Your camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-40). Loading the Rechargeable Battery Arrow marks 1. Slide the battery cover in the direction indicated by the arrow, and then swing it open.
GETTING READY 3. Swing the battery cover closed, and then slide To charge the battery it in the direction indicated by the arrow. 1. Connect the bundled AC adaptor to the [DC IN 5.3V] connector of the USB cradle, and then plug it in to a household power outlet. • Note the shape of the AC adaptor depends on the area where you purchased the camera. [DC IN 5.3V] IMPORTANT! • Use only the special NP-40 rechargeable lithium ion battery to power this camera. Use of any other type of battery is not supported.
GETTING READY NOTE NOTE • The AC adaptor is designed for operation on power ranging from 100V AC to 240V AC. Note, however, that the shape of the power cord plug varies according to country or geographic area. It is up to you to find out if the shape of the AC adaptor power cord plug is compatible with local power outlets when traveling abroad. • Never use the AC adaptor with a voltage converter. • The bundled AC adaptor is designed for operation with any power supply in the range of 100V to 240V AC.
GETTING READY 4. After charging is complete, remove the • If the [CHARGE] lamp starts flashing red, it means that an error occurs while charging. An error can be caused by any of the following: a problem with the USB cradle, a problem with the camera, or a problem with the battery or how it is loaded. Remove the camera from the USB cradle and see if it works normally.
GETTING READY ■ If the camera does not work normally ■ Battery Life Guidelines This can mean there is a problem with how the battery is loaded. Perform the following steps. The battery life guideline values given below indicate the amount of time under the conditions defined below the table, until power automatically turns off due to battery failure. They do not guarantee that the battery will provide the amount of service indicated. Low temperatures and continued use reduce battery life. 1.
GETTING READY Supported Battery: NP-40 (Rated Capacitance: 1230mAh) Storage Medium: SD Memory Card • The above values are based on a new battery starting from a full charge. Repeated charging shortens battery life. • Battery life is greatly affected by how much you use flash, zoom and auto focus, and how long you leave power turned on. Recording time and the number of images you can record are also affected by the monitor screen brightness setting (Normal or Bright) (page 166).
GETTING READY ■ Low Battery Indicator To replace the battery The following shows how the battery capacity indicator on the monitor screen changes as battery power is used. The indicator means that remaining battery power is low. Note that you will not be able to record images while the battery indicator is . Charge the battery immediately whenever either of these indicators appears. Battery Level High 1. Open the battery cover. 2. Pull the stopper in the direction indicated by the arrow.
GETTING READY • Failure to observe any of the following precautions while using the battery creates the risk of overheating, fire, and explosion. — Never use any other type of charger except the optional charger specified for the battery. — Never try to use the battery to power any device other than this camera. — Never use or leave the battery near open flame. — Never place the battery in a microwave oven, throw it into fire, or otherwise expose it to intense heat.
GETTING READY ● PRECAUTIONS DURING USE • Should you ever notice any of the following conditions while using, charging, or storing a battery, immediately remove it from the camera or charger, and keep it away from open flame: — Fluid leaking — Emission of a strange odor — Heat emission — Battery discoloration — Battery deformation — Any other battery abnormality • If the battery does not achieve full charge after the normal charging time has passed, stop charging.
GETTING READY ■ USB Cradle and AC Adaptor Precautions ● BATTERY STORAGE PRECAUTIONS • Make sure you remove the battery from the camera when you do not plan to use it for a long time. A battery left in the camera discharges very small amounts of power even when power is turned off, which can lead to a dead battery or the need for longer charging before the next use. • Store the battery in a cool, dry place (20°C (68 °F) or lower).
GETTING READY Caution! • Use the AC adaptor where it will not be splashed with water. Water creates the risk of fire and electric shock. • Do not place a vase or any other container filled with liquid on top of the AC adaptor. Water creates the risk of fire and electric shock. Turning the Camera On and Off ■ To turn on the camera Press the power button, [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY). The green operation lamp will light momentarily, and then power will turn on.
GETTING READY ■ To turn off the camera NOTE • Pressing [ ] (REC) to turn on the camera enters the REC mode, while pressing [ ] (PLAY) enters the PLAY mode. • Pressing [ ] (PLAY) while in a REC mode switches to the PLAY mode. The lens retracts about 10 seconds after switching modes. Press the power button to turn off the camera. NOTE • You can setup the camera so it does not turn on when you press [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY), or to turn off when you press [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY).
GETTING READY ● See “Using the On-screen Menus” (page 46) for information about how to use menus. Configuring Power Saving Settings You can configure the settings described below to conserve battery power. To configure this feature: Sleep : Automatically turns off the monitor screen if no operation is performed for a specified amount of time in a REC mode. Performing any button operation causes the monitor screen to turn back on.
GETTING READY • The Auto Power Off and Sleep features are disabled in the following cases. Using the On-screen Menus Pressing [MENU] displays menus on the monitor screen that you can use to perform various operations. The menu that appears depends on whether you are in a REC mode or the PLAY mode. The following shows an example menu procedure in a REC mode.
GETTING READY 2. Press [MENU]. ● Menu Screen Operations Selection cursor (indicates the currently selected item) [MENU] Tab [왖] [왗] [왔] [왘] [SET ] Settings 47 When you want to do this: Do this: Move between tabs Press [왗] and [왘]. Move from the tab to the settings Press [왔]. Move from the settings to the tab Press [왖]. Move between the settings Press [왖] and [왔]. Display the options available for a setting Press [왘] or press [SET]. Select an option Press [왖] and [왔].
GETTING READY 3. Press [왗] or [왘] to select the tab you want, 6. Perform one of the following operations to and then press [SET] to move the selection cursor from the tab to the settings. apply the setting you configured. 4. Use [왖] and [왔] to select the feature whose setting you want to configure, and then press [왘]. • Instead of pressing [왘], you could also press [SET]. Example: To select the “Self-timer” item. To do this: Perform this key operation: Apply the setting and exit the menu screen.
GETTING READY • A built-in backup battery retains the date and time settings of the camera for about 27 hours if the camera is not supplied with power. Date and time settings will be cleared when the backup battery goes dead. The following are the conditions when power is not being supplied to the camera.
GETTING READY 3. Use [왖], [왔], [왗], and To configure display language and clock settings [왘] to select the geographical area where you live, and then press [SET]. 1. Press the power button, [ [ ] (REC) or ] (PLAY) to turn on the camera. 2. Use [왖], [왔], [왗], and [왘] to select the language you want, and then press [SET]. 4. Use [왖] and [왔] to select the name of the city where you live, and then press [SET].
GETTING READY 6. Use [왖] and [왔] to 7. Set the current date select the date format setting you want, and then press [SET]. and the time. Example: December 24, 2005 To display the date like this: Select this format: 05/12/24 YY/MM/DD 24/12/05 DD/MM/YY 12/24/05 MM/DD/YY To do this: Do this: Change the setting at the current cursor location Press [왖] and [왔]. Move the cursor between settings Press [왗] and [왘]. Toggle between 12-hour and 24hour timekeeping Press [DISP]. 8.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING BASIC IMAGE RECORDING This section describes the basic procedure for recording an image. Recording an Image • (Snapshot mode) Use this mode to record still images. This is the mode you should normally use for image recording. • (BEST SHOT mode) This mode makes camera setup as easy as selecting the applicable sample scene. Select one of the BEST SHOT scenes and the camera automatically configures itself with the setup for that scene (page 93).
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING • • (MOVIE BEST SHOT mode) This mode makes camera setup as easy as selecting the applicable sample scene. Select one of the MOVIE BEST SHOT scenes and the camera automatically configures itself with the setup for that scene (page 110). Aiming the Camera (Movie mode) Use this mode for general movie recording (page 105). • Horizontal Hold the camera still in both hands, with your arms firmly against your sides.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING IMPORTANT! Recording an Image • Make sure your fingers and the strap do not block the flash, microphone, AF assist light/self-timer lamp or lens. Your camera automatically adjusts shutter speed in accordance with the brightness of the subject. Images you record are stored in the camera’s built-in memory, or to a memory card if you have one loaded in the camera.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING • This causes an image or a message to appear on the monitor screen, and then enters the currently selected recording mode. • You can compose images using either the monitor screen or the optical viewfinder (page 60). • When using the optical viewfinder to compose images, you can use [DISP] to turn off the monitor screen and conserve battery power. • If the camera is in the PLAY mode when it turns on, the message “There are no files.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING ● Operation Lamp and Focus Frame Operation When you see this: It means this: Green focus frame Green operation lamp The image is in focus. Red focus frame Flashing green operation lamp The image is not in focus. *1 The amount of time the shutter remains open, allowing light passing through the lens to reach the CCD. A larger shutter speed value indicates that the shutter remains open longer, which means more light reaches the CCD.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING IMPORTANT! You can turn the AF assist light on or off. It is recommended that you turn off the AF assist light when recording images of nearby people, etc. • When the “REC” tab’s “Quick Shutter” setting is turned on (page 76), the camera immediately records the image without waiting for Auto Focus to be performed when you press the shutter release all the way down without pausing. This helps to ensure that you are able to capture exactly the moment you want. 1.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING ■ Recording Precautions IMPORTANT! • Do not look directly at the AF assist light/self-timer lamp or point it directly at the subject’s eyes. • Never open the battery cover or place the camera onto the USB cradle while the green operation lamp is flashing. Doing so not only causes the current image to be lost, it can also corrupt images already stored in file memory and even lead to malfunction of the camera.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING ■ About Auto Focus ■ About the REC Modes Monitor Screen • Proper focus may be difficult or even impossible when shooting the following types of subjects.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING • Since the monitor screen shows exactly what will be recorded, always use it for composing images in the Macro and Manual Focus modes. Using the Optical Viewfinder You can conserve battery power by turning off the camera’s monitor screen (page 30) and using the optical viewfinder to compose images. The optical viewfinder also comes in handy when shooting in areas where the monitor screen is difficult to view because available lighting is dim, etc.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Using Zoom Your camera is equipped with two types of zoom: optical zoom and digital zoom. Normally, the camera automatically switches over to digital zoom after you reach the maximum limit for optical zoom. You can, however, configure the camera to disable digital zoom, if you want. Zoom out Optical Zoom 2. Compose the image, and then press the The optical zoom range is 1X to 3X. 1. In a REC mode, move the shutter button.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Digital Zoom ■ To record an image using digital zoom Digital zoom digitally enlarges the part of the image at the center of the image screen. The range of digital zoom is 3X to 24X (in combination with optical zoom). 1. In a REC mode, hold Digital zoom indicator the zoom controller towards (telephoto) / side. IMPORTANT! • This causes the zoom indicator to appear on the display.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 3. Release the zoom controller momentarily, and ■ To turn digital zoom on and off (telephoto) / side then slide it towards again to move the zoom pointer into the digital zoom range. 1. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. • The zoom pointer will also stop when you move the pointer back to the switch over point to re-enter the optical zoom range. Release the zoom controller and (wide angle) / side again then slide it towards to move into the optical zoom range. 3.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING To do this: Using the Flash Have the flash fire automatically when required (Auto Flash)* Perform the following steps to select the flash mode you want to use. • The approximate effective range of the flash is shown below. Wide Angle Optical Zoom: Approximately 0.4 to 2.9 meters (1.3´ to 9.5´) (ISO Sensitivity: Auto) Telephoto Optical Zoom: Approximately 0.4 to 1.6 meters (1.3´ to 5.2´) (ISO Sensitivity: Auto) * Depends on zoom factor. 1.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING ■ Flash On IMPORTANT! • The flash unit of this camera fires a number of times when you record an image. The initial flashes are pre-flashes, which the camera uses to obtain information that it uses for exposure settings. The final flash is for recording. Make sure that you keep the camera still until the shutter releases.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Flash Unit Status Changing the Flash Intensity Setting You can find out the current flash unit status by pressing the shutter button half way and checking the monitor screen and red operation lamp. Perform the following steps to change the flash intensity setting. 1. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. Red operation lamp* 2. Use [왗] and [왘] to select the “Quality” tab. 3. Use [왖] and [왔] to select “Flash Intensity”, and then press [왘]. 4.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 4. Use [왖] and [왔] to select “Auto”, and then Using Flash Assist press [SET]. Recording a subject that is outside the flash range can cause the subject to appear dark in the resulting image, because not enough of the flash reaches the subject. When this happens, you can use flash assist to correct the brightness of the recorded subject, so it appears as if the flash illumination was sufficient. Flash assist used • Selecting “Off” disables flash assist.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING ■ Flash Precautions Flash • When the flash is turned off ( ), mount the camera on a tripod to record images in an area where available lighting is dim. Recording images under dim lighting without the flash can cause digital noise, which makes images appear coarse. • When red-eye reduction ( ) is selected, flash intensity is adjusted automatically in accordance with the exposure. The flash may not fire at all when the subject is brightly lit.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Using the Self-timer To do this: The self-timer lets you select either a 2-second or 10second delay of the shutter release after you press the shutter button. A Triple Self-timer feature lets you perform three consecutive self-timer operations to record three images. Specify a 10-second self-timer 10s 10 sec Specify a 2-second self-timer 2s 2 sec Specify Triple Self-timer x3 X3 Disable the self-timer 1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING 5. Press the shutter 1. The camera performs a 10-second countdown and then records the first image. button to record the image. 2. The camera prepares to record the next image. The amount of time required for preparation depends on the camera’s current “Size” and “Quality” settings, the type of memory (built-in or card) you are using for image storage, and whether or not the flash is charging.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING NOTE Specifying Image Size • The “2 sec” self-timer setting is best when shooting with a slow shutter speed, because it helps to avoid blurring of images due to hand movement. • The following functions are not available for use in combination with the self-timer. Normal continuous shutter mode, Short Movie mode, Past Movie mode • The following functions are not available for use in combination with the Triple Self-timer.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Image Size 3072 × 2304 Print Size 3072 × 2048 (3:2) 2560 × 1920 A3 Print (3:2 horizontal-tovertical ratio) 2048 × 1536 A4 Print 3.5˝ × 5˝ Print 1600 × 1200 640 × 480 A3 Print Specifying Image Quality Larger Compressing an image before storage can cause a deterioration of its quality. The more an image is compressed, the greater the loss of quality. The image quality setting specifies the compression ratio to be used when an image is stored in memory.
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING To get this: Select this setting: High image quality, large file size Fine Normal image quality and normal file size Normal Low image quality, small file size Economy Higher Quality Lower Quality IMPORTANT! • Actual file size depends on the type of image you record. This means that the remaining image capacity noted on the monitor screen may not be exactly accurate (pages 27, 245).
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Selecting the Focus Mode You can select one of five different focus modes: Auto Focus, Macro, Pan Focus, Infinity, and Manual Focus. To set up the camera to do this: Select this setting: Focus automatically (Auto Focus)*1 None Perform close-up focus (Macro) Fix the focal distance (Pan Focus)*2 1. In a REC mode, press [왖] ( [왖 ] ( Perform infinity focus (Infinity) ) Focus manually (Manual Focus) ).
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Green operation lamp Using Auto Focus As its name suggests, Auto Focus focuses the image automatically. The automatic focus operation starts when you press the shutter button down half way. The following is the Auto Focus range. 1 / 1000 F4.0 ISO100 Range: Snapshots: 40cm to ∞ (1.3´ to ∞) Movies: 40cm to ∞ (1.3´ to ∞) • Using optical zoom causes the above ranges to change. Focus frame 1.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS ■ Quick Shutter NOTE • When proper focusing is not possible because the subject is closer than the Auto Focus range, the camera automatically switches to the Macro mode range (page 78). • Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation (page 61) while recording with Auto Focus, a value will appear on the monitor screen as shown below to tell you the focusing range.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS ■ Specifying the Auto Focus Area For this type of Auto Focus area: You can use the following procedure to change the Auto Focus area used in the Auto Focus mode and the Macro mode. Note that the configuration of the focus frame changes in accordance with the Auto Focus area you select. 1. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “REC” tab, select “AF Area”, and then press [왘]. 3. Use [왖] and [왔] to select the Auto Focus area you want, and then press [SET].
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • Spot • Multi Using the Macro Mode Use the Macro mode when you need to focus on close up subjects. The following shows the approximate focus range in the Macro mode. Range: 10cm to 50cm (3.9˝ to 19.7˝) • Using optical zoom causes the above range to change. Focus frame • 1. Press [왖] ( ) to cycle through the focus mode settings until “ ” is shown as the focus mode indicator. Focus frame Free 2. Press the shutter button to record the image.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! Using Pan Focus • Use of the flash along with the Macro mode can cause the light of the flash to become blocked, which can produce unwanted shadows in your image. Pan Focus can be used in a movie mode (Movie, Short Movie, Past Movie, MOVIE BEST SHOT) to focus on a particular subject and record without using Auto Focus.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using the Infinity Mode Using Manual Focus The Infinity mode fixes focus at infinity (∞). Use this mode when recording scenery and other faraway images. With the Manual Focus mode, you can adjust the focus of an image manually. The following shows focus range in the Manual Focus mode. 1. Press [왖] ( ) to cycle through the focus mode settings until “ ” is shown as the focus mode indicator. Optical Zoom Factor 2. Press the shutter button to record the image.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 2. While watching the NOTE image on the monitor screen, use [왗] and [왘] to focus. • Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation (page 61) while recording with manual focus, a value will appear on the monitor screen as shown below to tell you the focusing range. Example: MF 10cm - ∞ Manual focus position To do this: Do this: Focus in on the subject Press [왗]. Focus out on the subject Press [왘].
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 2. Keeping the shutter Using Focus Lock button pressed half way down, recompose the image as you like. Focus lock is a technique you can use to focus on a subject that is not located within the focus frame when you record an image. You can use focus lock in the Auto Focus mode ). and the Macro mode ( 1. Using the monitor screen, compose the image so the main subject is within the focus frame, and then press the shutter button half way.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 3. Use [왖] and [왔] to Exposure Compensation (EV Shift) change the exposure compensation value, and then press [SET]. Exposure compensation lets you change the exposure setting (EV value) manually to adjust for the lighting of your subject. This feature helps to achieve better results when recording a backlit subject, a strongly lit subject indoors, or a subject that is against a dark background. • Pressing [SET] registers the displayed value. EV Shift Range: –2.0EV to +2.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • To cancel EV Shift, adjust the value until it becomes 0.0. Adjusting White Balance The wavelengths of the light produced by various light sources (daylight, light bulb, etc.) can affect the color of a subject when it is recorded. White balance lets you make adjustments to compensate for different lighting types, so the colors of an image appear more natural. 4. Press the shutter button to record the image.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 3. Use [왖] and [왔] to select the setting you NOTE want, and then press [SET]. When shooting under these conditions: Normal conditions • 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.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 3. Use [왖] and [왔] to Configuring the White Balance Setting Manually select “Manual”. • This causes the object you last used to adjust manual white balance to appear on the monitor screen. If you want to use the same settings you configured during a previous manual white balance setting operation, skip step 4 and perform step 5.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • This starts the white balance adjustment procedure. The message “Complete” appears on the monitor screen after white balance adjustment is complete. Using the Manual Exposure mode In the M mode (manual exposure), you can adjust shutter speed and aperture manually. 5. Press [SET]. • This registers the white balance settings and returns to the currently selected recording mode. 1. Align the mode dial with “M” (Manual).
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 3. Press [SET] to select the aperture value (page 5. When the image is focused, press the shutter 28) in the exposure panel, and then use [왗] and [왘] to change the setting. button all the way down to record. NOTE Aperture value* Depth of Field Wide Small • You can also perform the following operation in the M mode (manual exposure). 1. Press [SET] to select the exposure mode (page 28) in the exposure panel. 2.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! Using a Continuous Shutter Mode • You may not be able to achieve the brightness you want when recording an image that is very dark or very bright. If this happens, use the M mode (manual exposure) to adjust the aperture or shutter speed manually. • Using slow shutter speeds can cause digital noise (graininess) to appear in the image. Because of this, the camera automatically performs a digital noise reduction process whenever the shutter speed is 1/8 second or slower.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS NOTE Using the Normal Continuous Shutter Mode • You can also select a continuous shutter mode by holding down [ ], selecting the mode you want ]. with [왖] and [왔], and then releasing [ Holding down the shutter button continuously records images, as long as there is memory available to store them. • Recording Speed: Depends on image size and image quality settings. • Number of Shots: Maximum number of shots possible (based on remaining memory capacity) 1.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! Using the Zoom Continuous Shutter Mode • Note with the above procedure, you do not need to keep the shutter button depressed. • Note that zoom continuous shutter operation is not available when the image size setting is 3072 × 2048 (3:2) or 640 × 480. • The size of the digitally processed images is smaller than the camera’s current image size setting.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! 25-shot Stop Action Images (Using the Multi Continuous Shutter Mode) • Note with the above procedure, you do not need to keep the shutter button depressed. • The size of the 25-shot images is 1600 × 1200 pixels. Use the following procedure to record 25 consecutive stopaction shots at high speed and combine them into a single image. 1. In a REC mode, press [ ]. 2. Use [왖] and [왔] to select “ ”, and then press [SET].
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Continuous Shutter Precautions Using the BEST SHOT Mode • The flash is disabled while a continuous shutter mode is being used. • You cannot use the self-timer in combination with the normal continuous shutter mode. Also, you cannot use the zoom continuous shutter mode or multi continuous shutter mode in combination with the Triple Self-timer (page 69). • The slowest possible shutter speed setting when using the multi continuous shutter mode is 1/15 second.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 1. In a REC mode, align IMPORTANT! the mode dial with “ ”, and then press [SET]. • BEST SHOT scenes were not recorded using this camera. They are provided as samples only. • Due to shooting conditions and other factors, an image recorded using the setup of a BEST SHOT scene may not produce exactly the results you expect. • You can change the camera settings that are made when you select a BEST SHOT scene.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS NOTE Displaying 12 BEST SHOT Sample Scenes on a Single Screen • Operation guidance and the currently selected BEST SHOT scene appear on the display for about two seconds if the camera is in the BEST SHOT mode when you turn it on. This feature lets you view the BEST SHOT sample scenes at a glance so you can more easily find the one you want. 1. In a REC mode, align the mode dial with “ ”, and then press [SET]. 2. Move the zoom controller in the direction of “ ”.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 3. Use [왖], [왔], [왗], and [왘] to select the sample Creating Your Own BEST SHOT Setup scene you want, and then press [SET]. You can use the procedure below to save the setup of an image you recorded as a BEST SHOT scene. After that, you can recall the setup whenever you want to use it. 4. Press the shutter button to record the image. 1. In a REC mode, align the mode dial with “ ”, and then press [SET]. • This enters the BEST SHOT mode and displays a sample scene. 2.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 5. Use [왖] and [왔] to select “Save”, and then NOTE press [SET]. • The following are the settings that are included in a BEST SHOT user setup: focus mode, EV shift value, white balance mode, flash mode, ISO sensitivity, Metering, Flash Intensity, Flash Assist, Sharpness, Saturation, and Contrast. • Note that images recorded with this camera only can be used to create a BEST SHOT user setup.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS To delete a BEST SHOT user setup 1. In a REC mode, align the mode dial with “ Recording Images of Business Cards and Documents (Business Shot) ”, Recording a business card, document, whiteboard, or similarly shaped object from an angle can cause the subject to appear misshaped in the resulting image. Business Shot automatically corrects the shape of rectangular objects to make them appear like the camera was positioned directly in front of them. and then press [SET]. 2.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS ■ Setup Sample Images • Business cards and documents NOTE • When the camera is at an angle to a business card or document it is recording, the shape of the business card or document may appear distorted in the image. Auto keystone correction corrects for this distortion, which means that subjects appear normal even if you record at an angle. • White board, etc.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 4. Use [왗] and [왘] to select the candidate you To use Business Shot want to correct. 1. In a REC mode, align the mode dial with “ ”, 5. Use [왖] and [왔] to and then press [SET]. select “Correct”, and then press [SET]. 2. Use [왗] and [왘] to select the Business Shot • Selecting “Cancel” in place of “Correct” stores the original image as-is, without correcting it. image you want, and then press [SET]. 3. Press the shutter button to record the image.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • The initial temporary image is not stored in camera memory. The final image is stored in camera memory when you perform step 5. Recording an ID Photo You can use this procedure to record a portrait and then print a variety of different standard size ID photos. Note that you need to use the BEST SHOT mode (page 93) to record an ID photo. • Printing an ID photo produces a single sheet containing five ID photos of the following sizes. 30 × 24 mm (1.2˝ × 0.94˝), 40 × 30 mm (1.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 5. After positioning the subject in the frame, Printing an ID Photo press [SET]. Printing an ID photo will print five versions of the same image in the sizes shown below on a single sheet of paper. Then you can cut out the image(s) you want to use. 30 × 24 mm (1.2˝ × 0.94˝), 40 × 30 mm (1.6˝ × 1.2˝), 45 × 35 mm (1.8˝ × 1.4˝), 50 × 40 mm (2.0˝ × 1.6˝), 55 × 45 mm (2.2˝ × 1.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS — Recording a Movie You can record high-resolution movies with audio. Movie length is limited only by the amount of memory available for storage. You can select a resolution setting to suit your needs, and a variety of different movie modes provide plenty of movie making versatility. NOTE • File Format: MPEG-4 AVI format • You can play movie files on your computer using Windows Media Player 9.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Specifying Movie Image Quality The image quality setting determines how much the camera compresses movie images before storing them. Image quality is expressed as image size in pixels. A “pixel” is one of the many tiny dots that make up an image. More pixels (a larger image size) provide finer detail and higher image quality when a movie is played back. Before recording a movie, select the image quality setting that suits your needs. Higher Quality Lower Quality 1.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 3. To stop movie recording, press the shutter Recording a Standard Movie (Movie Mode) button again. • When movie recording is complete, the movie file is stored in file memory. Use the Movie Mode when you want to record a standard movie. 1. In a REC mode, align Remaining recording time the mode dial with “ ”. • This enters the Movie mode and causes “ ” to appear on the monitor screen. 2. Point the camera at the Recording time subject and then press the shutter button.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS ■ To record a Short Movie Mode movie Recording a Short Movie (Short Movie Mode) 1. In a REC mode, align the mode dial with “ The Short Movie Mode records a movie of preset length each time you press the shutter button. A Short Movie Mode movie consists basically of two parts, as shown in the illustration below. • This enters the Short Movie Mode and causes “ to appear on the monitor screen. 2. Press [SET].
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 4. Use [왖] and [왔] to specify the length of the 6. Point the camera at the subject and then future part (the after part the shutter button is pressed), and then press [왘]. press the shutter button. • This will record a movie of the length specified by the time values you specified in steps 3 and 4. Recording stops automatically. 5. Use [왖] and [왔] to select the MOTION PRINT layout format you want, and then press [SET].
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 2. Point the camera at the subject and then Recording Past Action (Past Movie Mode) press the shutter button. • This will record anything that went on in front of the lens during the previous five seconds and continue recording from the point that the shutter button was pressed. Recording can continue as long as there is memory available to store data. This mode uses a 5-second buffer that is continually updated.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS ■ Movie Recording Precautions • The flash does not fire in the Movie mode. • This camera also records audio. Note the following points when recording a movie. Microphone — Take care that you do not block the microphone with your fingers. — Good recording results are not possible when the camera is too far from the subject. — Operating camera buttons during recording can cause button noise to be included in the audio. — Movie audio is recorded in monaural.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • Images may be out of focus if the subject is outside the shooting range of the camera. • Entering the Movie mode, Short Movie mode, Past Movie mode, or MOVIE BEST SHOT mode automatically changes the focus mode to Pan Focus (page 79), regardless of the current mode memory’s (page 123) Focus setting. • Certain types of subjects are difficult to focus (page 59) and may cause blurry images. If this happens, try changing the focus mode to Manual Focus (page 80) or Pan Focus (page 79).
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! Displaying All of the MOVIE BEST SHOT Sample Scenes on a Single Screen • MOVIE BEST SHOT scenes were not recorded using this camera. They are provided as samples only. • Images recorded using a MOVIE BEST SHOT scene may not produce the results you expected due to shooting conditions and other factors. • You can change the camera settings that are made when you select a MOVIE BEST SHOT scene.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 3. Use [왖], [왔], [왗], and [왘] to select the sample Creating Your Own MOVIE BEST SHOT Setup scene you want, and then press [SET]. 4. Press the shutter button to record the image. You can use the procedure below to save the setup of a movie you recorded as a MOVIE BEST SHOT scene. After that, you can recall the setup whenever you want to use it. 1. In a REC mode, align the mode dial with “ ”, and then press [SET].
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS ■ To delete a MOVIE BEST SHOT user setup IMPORTANT! • When selecting a user setup, scroll to the end of the built-in MOVIE BEST SHOT scenes until “Recall User Scene” appears on the display. Then scroll further to see the user setup scenes. • Formatting the camera’s built-in memory (page 175) deletes all user MOVIE BEST SHOT setups. • The following are the settings that are included in a MOVIE BEST SHOT user setup.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 1. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. Recording Audio 2. Select the “REC” tab, select “Audio Snap”, Adding Audio to a Snapshot and then press [왘]. You can add audio to a snapshot after you record it. 3. Use [왖] and [왔] to select “On” and then • Image Format: JPEG JPEG is an image format that provides efficient data compression. The file extension of a JPEG file is “.JPG”. press [SET]. • This enters the Audio Snapshot mode.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 5. Press the shutter button to start audio Recording Your Voice recording. The Voice Recording mode provides quick and easy recording of your voice. • The green operation lamp will flash while recording is in progress. • Audio Format: WAVE/ADPCM recording format This is the Windows standard format for audio recording. The file extension of a WAVE/ADPCM file is “.WAV”.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 1. In a REC mode, align NOTE Recording time the mode dial with “ ”. • Holding down [DISP] as you press the power button or [ ] (REC) enters the Voice Recording mode without extending the lens. • This enters the Voice Recording mode and causes “ ” to appear on the monitor screen. Remaining recording time 2. Press the shutter button to start voice recording.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS ■ Audio Recording Precautions • Take care that you do not block the microphone with your fingers. Using the Histogram Microphone You can use [DISP] to display a histogram on the monitor screen. The histogram lets you check exposure conditions as you record images (page 30). You can also display the histogram of a recorded image in the PLAY mode. • Good recording results are not possible when the camera is too far from the subject.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS • An RGB histogram that shows the distribution of R (red), G (green), and B (blue) components is also displayed. This histogram can be used to determine whether there is too much or too little of each of the color components in an image. • When the histogram is too far to the right, it means that there are too many light pixels. This type of histogram results when the overall image is light.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! REC Mode Camera Settings • Note that the above histograms are shown for illustrative purposes only. You may not be able to achieve exactly the same shapes for particular subjects. • A centered histogram does not necessarily guarantee optimum exposure. The recorded image may be over-exposed or under-exposed, even though its histogram is centered. • You may not be able to achieve an optimum histogram configuration due to the limitations of EV shift.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS NOTE Assigning Functions to the [왗] and [왘] Keys • You can also configure the settings listed below. See the referenced pages for more information.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off Turning Image Review On and Off You can display gridlines on the monitor screen to help you compose images and ensure that the camera is straight when recording. Image review displays the images you record on the monitor screen as soon as you record them. Use the following procedure to turn image review on and off. 1. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “REC” tab, select “Review”, and then press [왘]. 3.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 3. Use [왖] and [왔] to select the setting you Using Icon Help want, and then press [SET]. Icon Help displays guidance text about an icon when you select it on the monitor screen while in a REC mode (page 27). • Icon Help text is displayed for the following functions: — Flash mode, focus mode, white balance, self-timer, metering. — EX menu screen (page 129) image size, white balance, AF area.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Specifying Power On Default Settings Function The camera’s “mode memory” feature lets you specify the power on default settings individually for the flash mode, focus mode, white balance mode, ISO sensitivity, AF Area, metering, self-timer, flash intensity, digital zoom mode, manual focus position and zoom position.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 1. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. IMPORTANT! • Note that BEST SHOT mode settings take priority over mode memory settings. If you turn the camera off while in the BEST SHOT mode, all settings except for “Zoom Position” will be configured according to the BEST SHOT sample scene when you turn it back on again, regardless of mode memory on/off settings. • In the following modes, “ ” (Flash Off) is always selected as the flash mode regardless of mode memory on/off setting.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! Specifying ISO Sensitivity • Under certain conditions, a high shutter speed in combination with a high ISO sensitivity setting can cause digital noise (graininess), which makes an image appear rough. For clean, good-quality images, use the lowest ISO sensitivity setting possible. • Using a high ISO sensitivity setting along with the flash to shoot a nearby subject may result in improper illumination of the subject.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Center Weighted Center weighted metering measures light concentrating on the center of the focus area. Use this metering method when you want to exert some control over exposure, without leaving settings totally up to the camera. Selecting the Metering Mode The metering mode determines what part of the subject is metered for exposure. You can use the following procedure to change the camera’s metering mode. 1. In a REC mode, press [MENU].
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Specifying Outline Sharpness Specifying Color Saturation Use the following procedure to control the sharpness of image outlines. Use the following procedure to control the intensity of the image you are recording. 1. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. 1. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “Quality” tab, select “Sharpness”, 2. Select the “Quality” tab, select “Saturation”, and then press [왘]. and then press [왘]. 3. Use [왖] and [왔] to select the setting you 3.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Specifying Contrast Resetting the Camera Use this procedure to adjust the relative difference between the light areas and dark areas of the image you are recording. Use the following procedure to reset all of the camera’s settings to their initial defaults as shown under “Menu Reference” on page 231. 1. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. 1. Press [MENU]. 2. Select the “Quality” tab, select “Contrast”, 2. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Reset”, and and then press [왘].
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS NOTE Using the Shortcut Menu (EX Menu) • The following are the meanings of each of the image size indicators that appear on the EX menu. 7M : 3072 × 2304 pixels 7M(3:2) : 3072 × 2048 (3:2) pixels 5M : 2560 × 1920 pixels 3M : 2048 × 1536 pixels 2M : 1600 × 1200 pixels VGA : 640 × 480 pixels Pressing [EX] displays a shortcut menu that you can use to configure image size, white balance, ISO sensitivity, and AF area settings. 1. In a REC mode, press [EX]. 2.
PLAYBACK PLAYBACK 2. Use [왘] (forward) or [왗] (back) to scroll You can use the camera’s built-in monitor screen to view images after you record them. through files on the monitor screen. Basic Playback Operation Use the following procedure to scroll through files stored in the camera’s memory. NOTE 1. Press [ ] (PLAY) to turn on the camera. [ ] • Holding down [왗] or [왘] scrolls images at high speed.
PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! Playing an Audio Snapshot • Audio volume can be adjusted only when playback is being performed or is paused. Perform the steps below to display an audio snapshot ) and play its audio. (indicated by 1. In the PLAY mode, use [왗] and [왘] until the image you want is displayed. 2. Press [SET]. • This plays back the audio that accompanies the displayed image. • You can perform the following operations while audio is playing.
PLAYBACK 3. Use [왖], [왔], [왗], and [왘] to shift the image Zooming the Display Image up, down, left, or right. Perform the following procedure to zoom the image currently on the monitor screen up to eight times its normal size. 4. Press [MENU] to return the image to its original size. 1. In the PLAY mode, use [왗] and [왘] to display IMPORTANT! the image you want. 2. Shift the zoom controller towards to enlarge the image.
PLAYBACK 3. Use [왗] and [왘] to scroll through images and Resizing an Image display the one you want to resize. You can resize a recorded image to either of the three following sizes. • 2560 × 1920 pixels: Best for prints in A3-size and smaller paper • 2048 × 1536 pixels: Best for prints in A4-size and smaller paper • 640 × 480 pixels (VGA): Best for attachment to e-mail messages or incorporation into Web pages 4. Use [왖] and [왔] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].
PLAYBACK 4. Move the zoom controller left and right to Cropping an Image zoom the image. You can use the following procedure to crop a portion of an enlarged image. • The part of the image displayed on the monitor screen is the cropped part. 5. Use [왖], [왔], [왗], and [왘] to to scroll the part 1. In the PLAY mode, use [왗] and [왘] to scroll to be cropped up, down, left, and right. through images and display the one you want to crop. 6. Press [SET] to extract the part of the image 2. Press [MENU].
PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! Playing and Editing a Movie • Cropping an image creates a new file that contains the cropped image. The file with the original image also remains in memory. • Note that you cannot crop the following types of images. — Movie images and the voice recording file icon — Images created with MOTION PRINT — Images recorded with another camera • The cropping operation cannot be performed when there is not enough memory to store the cropped image.
PLAYBACK To do this: Do this: Editing a Movie Fast forward or fast reverse playback • Each press increases the speed one more step. Press [왗] or [왘]. Use the procedure in this section to edit and delete movies. Editing operations let you cut everything before or after a specific frame, or to cut everything between two frames. Return fast forward or fast reverse movie playback to normal speed Press [SET]. Pause movie playback Press [SET]. Scroll paused playback one frame Press [왗] or [왘].
PLAYBACK ■ To cut everything before or after a specific frame 4. Display the frame where you want the cut to be located. 1. While the movie you are editing is playing, press [SET]. • This will pause movie playback. To do this: Do this: Fast forward or fast reverse playback Press [왗] or [왘]. Pause or unpause movie playback Press [SET]. Scroll paused playback one frame Press [왗] or [왘]. Cancel the cut operation Press [MENU]. 2. Press [왔].
PLAYBACK ■ To cut everything between two specific frames 5. When the frame you want is displayed, press [왔]. 1. While the movie is playing, press [SET]. • This will pause movie playback. 6. Use [왖] and [왔] to select “Yes,” and then press [SET]. 2. Press [왔]. • The message “Busy.... Please wait...” will remain on the display as the cut operation is performed. Cutting is complete when the message disappears.
PLAYBACK 4. Display the starting frame where you want the 6. Repeat step 4 to first cut to be located. To do this: Do this: Fast forward or fast reverse playback Press [왗] or [왘]. Pause or unpause movie playback Press [SET]. Scroll paused playback one frame Press [왗] or [왘]. Cancel the cut operation Press [MENU]. display the ending frame where you want the second cut to be located. • The red portion of the indicator bar shows what part will be cut. 7.
PLAYBACK ■ To capture a still image from a movie Capturing a Still Image from a Movie (MOTION PRINT) 1. In the PLAY mode, use [왗] and [왘] to scroll The MOTION PRINT feature lets you capture a frame from an existing movie and create a still image that is suitable for printing. There are two layouts you can use when capturing an image, and the layout you select determines the final image size. through movies on the monitor screen and display the one that contains the frames you want. 2. Press [MENU].
PLAYBACK 5. Use [왗] and [왘] to display the frame that you Adjusting White Balance of a Recorded Image want to use as the main image. • Holding down either button scrolls at high speed. You can use the white balance setting to select a light source type for a recorded image, which will affect the colors of the image. 6. After selecting the frame you want, press [SET]. 1. In the PLAY mode, use [왗] and [왘] to display • This displays the resulting still image.
PLAYBACK 4. Use [왖] and [왔] to select a white balance • Normally, the initially selected white balance setting on the above menu is the one that was used when you originally recorded the image. If you used the “Auto” or “Manual” white balance setting when you recorded the image, “Cancel” will be selected (page 84). setting, and then press [SET] to apply it.
PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! Adjusting Image Brightness • Adjusting the white balance of an image creates a new image with the new white balance setting. The original image also remains in memory. • The white balance of the following types of images cannot be adjusted. — Movie images and voice recording file icon — Images created with MOTION PRINT — Images recorded with another camera • You cannot adjust white balance when there is not enough free memory available to save the resulting image.
PLAYBACK 4. Use [왖] and [왔] to select the setting you IMPORTANT! want, and then press [SET]. To get this: Select this setting: Brighter +2 • Adjusting the brightness of an image creates a new image with the new brightness level. The original image also remains in memory. • The brightness of the following types of images cannot be adjusted.
PLAYBACK 2. Use [왖], [왔], [왗], and Displaying the 9-image View The following procedure displays nine images on the monitor screen at the same time. 1. In the PLAY mode, shift the zoom controller towards ( ). • This displays the 9-image screen with the image that was on the monitor screen in step 2 in the center, with a selection boundary around it. • If there are fewer than nine images in memory, they are displayed starting from the upper left corner.
PLAYBACK 2. Use [왖], [왔], [왗], and [왘] to move the Displaying the Calendar Screen selection boundary to the date you want, and then press [SET]. Use the following procedure to display a 1-month calendar. Each day shows the first file recorded on that day, which makes it easy to find the file you want. • This displays an image of the first file that was recorded on the selected date. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [왖] ( ).
PLAYBACK 3. Use the screen that appears to configure the Playing a Slideshow image, time, interval, and effect settings. A slideshow automatically plays back images in sequence at a fixed interval. Images • All Images Displays all images in camera memory. • OnIy This icon appears only in the case of snapshots and audio snapshots. • OnIy This icon appears only in the case of movies. • One Image Displays a particular image. • Favorites Displays all images in the FAVORITE folder.
PLAYBACK Effect IMPORTANT! • Pattern 1, 2, 3 Applies a preset effect when transitioning from one image to another. • Random Randomly applies the preset patterns (1, 2, and 3). • OFF Effects turned off. • Note that all buttons are disabled while an image change is in progress. Wait until an image is stopped on the monitor screen before performing a button operation, or hold down the button until the image stops.
PLAYBACK • Note that effect settings are disabled when the slideshow “Images” setting is “Favorites”, or when the slideshow “Interval” setting is “MAX”, “1 sec”, or “2 sec”. • Images copied from another digital camera or a computer may take longer time to appear than the slideshow interval time you specify. • If there are indicators on the display, you can clear them by pressing [DISP] (page 30).
PLAYBACK • Pressing [MENU] displays a screen for configuring slideshow settings. To restart the slideshow, press [MENU] while the menu screen is displayed, or select “Start” and then press [SET]. Rotating the Display Image Use the following procedure to rotate the image 90 degrees and register the rotation information along with the image. After you do this, the image is always displayed in its rotated orientation. • While audio is playing, you can use [왖] and [왔] to adjust the volume level. 4.
PLAYBACK 4. Use [왖] and [왔] to IMPORTANT! select “Rotate”, and then press [SET]. • You cannot rotate an image that is protected. To rotate such an image, first unprotect it. • You may not be able to rotate a digital image that was recorded with another type of digital camera. • You cannot rotate the following types of images. — Movie images and the voice recording file icon — Images created with MOTION PRINT • Image rotation is supported for single image only.
PLAYBACK 1. In the PLAY mode, use [왗] and [왘] to scroll Adding Audio to a Snapshot through snapshots until the one to which you want to add audio is displayed. The “after-recording” feature lets you add audio to snapshots after they are recorded. You can also re-record the audio of an audio snapshot (one with a icon on it). 2. Press [MENU]. • Audio Format: WAVE/ADPCM recording format This is the Windows standard format for audio recording. The file extension of a WAVE/ADPCM file is “.WAV”. 3.
PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! To re-record audio • Take care that you do not block the microphone with your fingers. • Good recording results are not possible when the camera is too far from the subject. • The (Audio) icon Microphone appears on the monitor screen after audio recording is complete. • You will not be able to record audio when remaining memory capacity is low. • You cannot add audio to the following types of images.
PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! Playing Back a Voice Recording File • Audio volume can be adjusted only when playback is being performed or is paused. • If your recording has index marks (page 116) inside it, you can jump to the index mark before or after the current playback location by pausing playback and then pressing [왗] or [왘]. Next, press [SET] to resume playback from the index mark position. Perform the following steps to play back a voice recording file. 1.
PLAYBACK Displaying Camera Images on a TV Screen AV cable You can display recorded images on a TV screen. To display camera images on a TV, you need a television equipped with a video input terminal, USB cradle, and the AV cable that comes with the camera. TV 1. Connect one end of the AV cable that comes with the camera to the [AV OUT] port of the USB cradle, and the other end to the video input terminal of the TV.
PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! Selecting the Video Output System • All icons and indicators that appear on the monitor screen also appear on the TV screen. • Note that the audio output is monaural. • The camera’s monitor screen will go blank during video output. • Pressing the USB cradle’s [PHOTO] button will activate the Photo Stand feature (page 149) and display images on the TV screen. • Depending on the size of the TV screen, recorded images may not fill the entire screen.
PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! • Images will not display properly if you select the wrong video output system. • This camera supports the NTSC and PAL video input systems only. Images will not display properly if you use a TV (monitor) that is designed for a different video input system.
DELETING FILES DELETING FILES You can delete a single file, or you can delete all files currently in memory. Deleting a Single File 1. In the PLAY mode, IMPORTANT! press [왔] ( • Note that file deletion cannot be undone. Once you delete a file, it is gone. Make sure you really do not need a file anymore before you delete it. Especially when deleting all files, make sure you check all the files you have stored before proceeding. • A protected file cannot be deleted.
DELETING FILES Deleting All Files 1. In the PLAY mode, press [왔] ( ). 2. Use [왖] and [왔] to select “All Files Delete”, and then press [SET]. 3. Use [왖] and [왔] to select “Yes”. • To exit the file delete operation without deleting anything, select “No”. 4. Press [SET] to delete all the files. • The message “There are no files.” appears on the screen after all of the files are deleted.
FILE MANAGEMENT FILE MANAGEMENT The file management capabilities of the camera make it easy to keep track of images. You can protect files against deletion and store the files you want in the camera’s built-in memory. Each folder can hold files numbered up to 9,999. Trying to store the 10,000th file in a folder causes the next serially numbered folder to be created. File names are generated as shown below. Example: Name of the 26th file Folders CIMG0026.
FILE MANAGEMENT 4. Use [왖] and [왔] to Protecting Files select “On”, and then press [SET]. Once you protect a file it cannot be deleted (page 158). You can protect files individually or you can protect all files in memory with a single operation. • A file that is protected is indicated by the mark. To protect a single file • To unprotect a file, select “Off” in step 4, and then press [SET]. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 5. Press [MENU] to exit the menu screen. 2.
FILE MANAGEMENT To protect all files in memory Using the FAVORITE Folder You can copy scenery shots, photos of your family, or other special images from a file storage folder (page 209) to the FAVORITE folder in built-in memory (page 209). Images in the FAVORITE folder are not displayed during normal playback, so it helps to keep your personal images private as you carry them around. FAVORITE folder images are not deleted when you change memory cards, so you can always keep them on hand. 1.
FILE MANAGEMENT 3. Use [왖] and [왔] to NOTE select “Save”, and then press [SET]. • Copying an image file with the above procedure creates a 320 × 240-pixel QVGA-size image in the FAVORITE folder. • A file copied into the FAVORITE folder is automatically assigned a file name that is a serial number. Though the serial number starts from 0001 and can go as high as 9999, the actual upper end of the range depends on built-in memory capacity.
FILE MANAGEMENT IMPORTANT! To display a file in the FAVORITE folder • Note that a FAVORITE folder is created in the camera’s built-in memory only. No FAVORITE folder is created on a memory card when you use one. If you want to view the contents of the FAVORITE folder on your computer screen, you need to remove the memory card from the camera (if you are using one) before placing the camera onto the USB cradle to start data communication (pages 179, 194). 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2.
FILE MANAGEMENT To delete a file from the FAVORITE folder To delete all files from the FAVORITE folder 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Favorites”, and 2. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Favorites”, and then press [왘]. then press [왘]. 3. Use [왖] and [왔] to select “Show”, and then 3. Use [왖] and [왔] to select “Show”, and then press [SET]. 4. Press [왔] ( press [SET]. 4. Press [왔] ( ). 5.
OTHER SETTINGS OTHER SETTINGS Changing the Brightness of the Monitor Screen Configuring Sound Settings You can use the following procedure to toggle the brightness of the monitor screen between two levels. You can configure different sounds to play whenever you turn on the camera, press the shutter button half-way or all the way, or perform a key operation. 1. Press [MENU]. To configure sound settings 2. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Screen”, and 1. Press [MENU]. then press [왘]. 2.
OTHER SETTINGS To set the confirmation tone volume level To set the audio volume level for movie and audio snapshot playback 1. Press [MENU]. 1. Press [MENU]. 2. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Sounds”, and 2. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Sounds”, and then press [왘]. 3. Use [왖] and [왔] to select “ then press [왘]. 3. Use [왖] and [왔] to select “ Operation”. 4. Use [왗] and [왘] to specify the volume setting Play”. 4. Use [왗] and [왘] to specify the playback you want, and then press [SET].
OTHER SETTINGS IMPORTANT! Specifying an Image for the Startup Screen • You can select any one of the following types of image as the startup image. — The camera’s built-in image — A snapshot — The image only of an audio snapshot — A movie whose file size is less than the amount of unused built-in memory still available • Only one image can be stored in startup image memory at one time. Selecting a new startup image overwrites anything that is already stored in startup image memory.
OTHER SETTINGS Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Method Setting the Clock Use the procedures in this section to select a Home Time Zone, and to change its date and time settings. If you want to change the time and date setting only without changing the Home Time Zone, perform the procedure under “To set the current time and date” (page 170) only. Use the following procedure to specify the method for generating the serial number used for file names (page 160). 1. Press [MENU]. 2.
OTHER SETTINGS To select your Home Time zone To set the current time and date 1. Press [MENU]. 1. Press [MENU]. 2. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “World Time”, 2. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Adjust”, and and then press [왘]. then press [왘]. • This displays the current World Time zone. 3. Set the current date and the time. 3. Use [왖] and [왔] to select “Home”, and then press [왘]. 4. Use [왖] and [왔] to select “City”, and then press [왘]. 5.
OTHER SETTINGS Changing the Date Format Using World Time You can select from among three different formats for display of the date. You can use the World Time screen to select a time zone and instantly change the time setting of the camera’s clock when you go on a trip, etc. World Time lets you select one of 162 cities in 32 time zones. 1. Press [MENU]. 2. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Date Style”, To display the World Time screen and then press [왘]. 1. Press [MENU]. 3.
OTHER SETTINGS 5. Use [왖], [왔], [왗], and To configure World Time settings [왘] to select the geographical area you want, and then press [SET]. 1. Press [MENU]. 2. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “World Time”, and then press [왘]. 3. Use [왖] and [왔] to select “World”, and then 6. Use [왖] and [왔] to select the city you want, press [왘]. and then press [SET]. 4. Use [왖] and [왔] to 7. When the setting is the way you want, press select “City”, and then press [왘].
OTHER SETTINGS Changing the Display Language Changing the USB Port Protocol You can use the following procedure to select one of ten languages as the display language. You can use the procedure below to change the communication protocol of the camera’s USB port when connecting to a computer, printer, or other external device. Select the protocol that suits the device to which you are connecting. 1. Press [MENU]. 2. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Language”, 1. Press [MENU]. and then press [왘]. 2.
OTHER SETTINGS • Mass Storage (USB DIRECT-PRINT) causes the camera to see the computer 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). • PTP (PictBridge) simplifies the transfer of image data to the connected device. Configuring [ ] (REC) and [ Power On/Off Functions ] (PLAY) You can use the following procedures to configure [ (REC) and [ ] (PLAY) so power turns and/or off whenever they are pressed.
OTHER SETTINGS To configure this operation: Select this setting: Power turns on when [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY) is pressed (but does not turn off) Power On Power turns on or off when [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY) is pressed Power On/Off Power does not turn on or off when [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY) is pressed Disable Formatting Built-in Memory Formatting built-in memory deletes any data stored in it. IMPORTANT! • Note that data deleted by a format operation cannot be recovered.
OTHER SETTINGS 4. Use [왖] and [왔] to select “Format”, and then press [SET]. Entering the PLAY mode after formatting built-in memory will cause the message “There are no files.” to appear. • To exit the format operation without formatting, select “Cancel”.
USING A MEMORY CARD USING A MEMORY CARD You can expand the storage capabilities of your camera by using a commercially available memory card (SD memory card or MultiMediaCard). You can also copy files from built-in flash memory to a memory card and from a memory card to flash memory. IMPORTANT! • Use only an SD memory card or a MultiMediaCard with this camera. Proper operation is not guaranteed when any other type of card is used.
USING A MEMORY CARD 2. Positioning the memory Using a Memory Card card so its front is facing in the same direction as the camera’s monitor screen, carefully slide it into the card slot. Slide the card all the way in until you hear it click securely into place. IMPORTANT! • Make sure you turn off the camera before inserting or removing a memory card. • Be sure to orient the card correctly when inserting it. Never try to force a memory card into the slot when you feel resistance.
USING A MEMORY CARD To replace the memory card Formatting a Memory Card 1. Press the memory card Formatting a memory card deletes any data already stored on it. into the camera and then release it. This will cause the card to come part way out of the camera. IMPORTANT! • Be sure to use the camera to format a memory card. Formatting a memory card on a computer and then using it in the camera can slow down data processing by the camera.
USING A MEMORY CARD ■ To format a memory card ■ Memory Card Precautions • If a memory card starts to behave abnormally, you can restore normal operation by reformatting it. However, we recommend that you always take along more than one memory card whenever using the camera far away from the home or office. • We recommend that you format a memory card before using it for the first time after purchasing it, or whenever the card you are using seems to be the cause of abnormal images.
USING A MEMORY CARD To copy all the files in built-in memory to a memory card Copying Files Use the procedures below to copy files between built-in memory and a memory card. 1. Load the memory card into the camera. IMPORTANT! 2. Turn on the camera. Next, enter the PLAY • Only snapshot, movie, audio snapshot, and voice recording files recorded with this camera can be copied. Other files cannot be copied. • Files in the FAVORITE folder cannot be copied.
USING A MEMORY CARD 4. Use [왖] and [왔] to select “Built-in Card”, To copy a specific file from a memory card to built-in memory and then press [SET]. • This starts the copy operation and displays the message “Busy.... Please wait...”. 1. Perform steps 1 through 3 of the procedure • After the copy operation is complete, the monitor screen shows the last file in the folder. under “To copy all the files in built-in memory to a memory card”. 2.
USING A MEMORY CARD 5. Press [MENU] to exit the copy operation. NOTE • Files are copied to the folder in built-in memory whose name has the largest number.
PRINTING IMAGES PRINTING IMAGES ■ Printing Directly on a Printer Equipped with a Card Slot, or a Printer that Supports USB DIRECT-PRINT or PictBridge A digital camera provides you with a variety of different ways to print the images it records. The three main printing methods are described below. Use the method that best suits your needs.
PRINTING IMAGES ■ Printing with a Computer DPOF Windows Users The camera comes bundled with Photo Loader and Photohands applications, which can be installed on a Windows computer for image transfer, management, and printing. For more information, see “Using the Camera with a Windows Computer” (pages 194, 212).
PRINTING IMAGES 5. Use [왖] and [왔] to specify the number of To configure print settings for a single image copies. • You can specify up to 99 for the number of copies. Specify 00 if you do not want to have the image printed. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “PLAY” tab, 6. To turn on date select “DPOF”, and then press [왘]. stamping for the prints, press [DISP] so 12 1 is displayed. • 12 1 indicates that date stamping is turned on.
PRINTING IMAGES 5. To turn on date stamping for the prints, press To configure print settings for all images [DISP] so 12 1 is displayed. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. • 2. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “DPOF”, and • To turn off date stamping for the prints, press [DISP] so 12 1 is not displayed. 12 1 indicates that date stamping is turned on. then press [왘]. 6. After all the settings are the way you want, 3. Use [왖] and [왔] to select “All images”, and press [SET] to apply them.
PRINTING IMAGES IMPORTANT! Using PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT • 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. If you want to prevent this from happening, perform the procedure under “To configure print settings for all images” (page 187) and change the number of copies to “00”.
PRINTING IMAGES 1. Press [MENU]. 4. Connect the USB cable that comes bundled with the camera to the USB cradle and a printer. 2. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “USB”, and then press [왘]. 3. Use [왖] and [왔] to select the setting you USB port USB cable (bundled) Connector B want, and then press [SET].
PRINTING IMAGES 6. Turn on the printer. • Available paper size settings depend on the connected printer. For full details, see the instructions that come with your printer. 7. Load paper for printing the images into the printer. 11. Use [왖] and [왔] to 8. Press the USB specify the print option you want. cradle’s [USB] button. • To print a single image: Select “1 Image” and then press [SET]. Next, use [왗] and [왘] to select the image you want to print.
PRINTING IMAGES 12. On the camera’s monitor screen, use [왖] and Date Printing [왔] to select “Print”, and then press [SET]. Any one of the procedures described below can be used to include the recording date in image prints. Correct date printing requires that the current date be set on the camera before the image is recorded. • Specifying date printing with DPOF settings (page 185) – Some printers may have settings that disable time stamp and/or DPOF printing.
PRINTING IMAGES ■ Printing Precautions PRINT Image Matching III • See the documentation that comes with your printer for information about print quality and paper settings. • Contact your printer manufacturer for information about models that support PictBridge and USB DIRECT-PRINT, upgrades, etc. • Never disconnect the USB cable, or perform any camera or USB cradle operation while printing is in progress. Doing so causes a printer error.
PRINTING IMAGES Exif Print Exif Print is an internationally supported, open standard file format that makes it possible to capture and display vibrant digital images with accurate colors. With Exif 2.2, files include a wide range of shooting condition information that can be interpreted by an Exif Print printer to produce betterlooking prints. IMPORTANT! • Information about the availability of Exif Print compatible printer models can be obtained from each printer manufacturer.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER After using the USB cradle to establish a USB connection between the camera and your computer, you can use your computer to view images in file memory and copy images to your computer’s hard disk or other storage media. In order to do this, you first need to install the USB driver located on the CD-ROM that comes bundled with the camera onto your computer.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER IMPORTANT! Do not try to establish a connection between the camera and computer before installing the USB driver onto the computer. If you do, the computer will not be able to recognize the camera. • USB driver installation is required in the case of Windows 98SE and 98. Do not connect the camera to a computer running one of the above operating systems without installing the USB driver first. • USB driver installation is not required in the case of Windows XP, 2000, and Me.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 1. What you should do first depends on whether 2. Set the bundled CD-ROM into the CD-ROM your computer is running under Windows XP, 2000, Me, 98SE, or 98. drive of your computer. • Use the CD-ROM whose contents label shows “USB driver”. Windows 98SE/98 Users 3. On the menu screen that appears, click • Start from step 2 to install the USB driver. “English”. • Note that the example installation presented here uses Windows 98. 4. Click [USB driver B] and then [Install].
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 5. Depending on the operating system your computer is running, a message may appear telling you to restart your computer. If your computer displays such a message, restart. 6. Connect the bundled AC adaptor to the [DC IN [DC IN 5.3V] 5.3V] connector of the USB cradle, and then plug it in to a household power outlet. • If you are using battery power without the AC adaptor, make sure that the battery is fully charged.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 7. Connect the USB cable that comes bundled 8. Press the camera’s power button to turn it on, with the camera to the USB cradle and your computer’s USB port. USB port USB cable (bundled) and then press its [MENU] button. 9. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “USB”, and then press [왘]. Connector B 10. Use [왖] and [왔] to select “Mass Storage (USB DIRECT-PRINT)”, and then press [SET]. Connector A 11. Turn off the camera.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 12. Place the camera onto the USB cradle. • Pressing the [USB] button enters the USB mode, which causes the USB cradle’s [USB] lamp to light green (page 236). • Do not place the camera onto the USB cradle while it is turned on. • At this point, some operating systems will display a “Removable Disk” dialog box. If your operating system does, close the dialog box. [USB] button 13. Press the USB cradle’s [USB] button.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 14. On your computer, double-click “My 19. Depending on your operating system, perform Computer”. one of the following procedures to save the files, if you want. • If you are running Windows XP, click [Start] and then [My Computer]. Windows 2000, Me, 98SE, 98 15. Double-click “Removable Disk”. 1. In the camera’s file memory (Removable Disk), rightclick the “Dcim” folder. • Your computer sees the camera’s file memory as a removable disk. 2.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 20. Depending on the version of Windows you are Windows XP running, use one of the following procedures to terminate the USB connection. 1. In the camera’s file memory (Removable Disk), rightclick the “Dcim” folder. 2. On the shortcut menu that appears, click [Copy]. Windows XP/98SE/98 Users 3. Click [Start] and then [My Documents]. • After pressing the USB cradle’s [USB] button and making sure that the [USB] lamp is not lit, remove the camera from the USB cradle. 4.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER ■ USB Connection Precautions Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer • Do not leave the same image displayed on your computer screen for a long time. Doing so can cause the image to “burn in” on the screen. • Never disconnect the USB cable, or perform any camera or USB cradle operation while data communication is in progress. Doing so can cause data to become corrupted. The following are the general steps for viewing and copying files from a Macintosh.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 1. Connect the bundled AC adaptor to the [DC IN IMPORTANT! 5.3V] connector of the USB cradle, and then plug it in to a household power outlet. • If you want to transfer files from the camera’s built-in memory to a computer, make sure there is no memory card loaded in the camera before you place it onto the USB cradle. • Certain computer models, connecting through a USB hub, and other system conditions can slow down data transfer and even cause operational problems.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 2. Connect the USB cable that comes bundled with the camera to the USB cradle and your computer’s USB port. [DC IN 5.3V] USB port USB cable (bundled) Connector B Connector A ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ [ ](USB port) • Take care when connecting the USB cable to the USB cradle or your computer. USB ports and cable plugs are shaped for proper positioning. • Plug the USB cable plugs into the ports securely, as far as they will go.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 3. Press the camera’s power button to turn it on, 8. Press the USB cradle’s [USB] button. and then press its [MENU] button. • Pressing the [USB] button enters the USB mode, which causes the USB cradle’s [USB] lamp to light green (page 236). 4. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “USB”, and then press [왘]. 9. Your Macintosh will see the camera’s file 5. Use [왖] and [왔] to select “Mass Storage (USB memory as a drive. DIRECT-PRINT)”, and then press [SET].
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER 11. Double-click the file that contains the image IMPORTANT! you want to view. • Never use your computer to edit, delete, move, or rename images stored in the camera’s file memory. Doing so can cause problems with the image management data used by the camera, which may make it impossible to display images on the camera or it may cause large error in the number of images value displayed by the camera.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER ■ USB Connection Precautions Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to a Computer • Do not leave the same image displayed on your computer screen for a long time. Doing so can cause the image to “burn in” on the screen. • Never disconnect the USB cable, or perform any camera or USB cradle operation while data communication is in progress. Doing so can cause data to become corrupted.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Using 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. Memory Data Images recorded with this camera and other data are stored in memory using DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) protocol. DCF protocol is designed to make it easier to exchange image and other data between digital cameras and other devices.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER Memory Folder Structure ■ Folder and File Contents ■ Folder Structure • DCIM folder Folder that stores all of the digital camera files DCIM (DCIM Folder) (Storage folder) (Image file) (Movie file) (Audio file) (Audio snapshot image file) (Audio snapshot audio file) 101CASIO 102CASIO (Storage folder) (Storage folder) ... 100CASIO CIMG0001.JPG CIMG0002.AVI CIMG0003.WAV CIMG0004.JPG CIMG0004.WAV ... FAVORITE* ... CIMG0001.JPG CIMG0002.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER • FAVORITE folder (Built-in memory only) Folder that contains Favorites image files (Image Size: 320 × 240 pixels) Image Files Supported by the Camera • Image files recorded with this camera • DCF protocol image files • DPOF file folder Folder that contains DPOF files Certain DCF functions may not be supported. When displaying an image recorded on another camera model, it may take a long time for the image to appear on the display.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER ■ Built-in Memory and Memory Card Precautions • Note that the folder named “DCIM” is the parent (top) folder of all the files in memory. When transferring memory contents to a hard disk, CD-R, MO disk, or other external storage, treat all the contents inside a DCIM folder as a set and always keep them together. You can change the name of the DCIM folder on your computer. Changing the name to a date is a good way to keep track of multiple DCIM folders.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER This section explains the software and applications on the CD-ROM that comes bundled with the camera, and provides an overview of what you can do with them. Note that the procedure you need to perform depends on whether you are using computer running under Windows (see below) or a Macintosh (see page 227).
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER CD-ROM Software Purpose Software Name Supported Windows Versions Required Operation Snapshot retouching, reorientation, printing Photohands 1.0 XP/2000/Me/98SE/98 Install Photohands 1.0 (page 219). Movie playback Windows Media Player 9 * DirectX 9.0c XP/2000/Me/98SE • If you can connect to the Internet, connect to the Internet for automatic installation for the applicable codec (page 221).
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER USB driver Type B OS: 98SE/98 Computer System Requirements 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.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Windows Media Player 9 OS: XP/2000/Me/98SE CPU: 233 MHz Intel Pentium II, AMD, etc. Memory: 64MB HD: 100MB Other: Sound card; 800 × 600 or greater display resolution; Internet Explorer 5.01 or higher Photohands 1.0 OS: XP/2000/Me/98SE/98 Memory: At least 64MB HD: At least 10MB DirectX 9.0c OS: XP/2000/Me/98SE/98 HD: At least 65MB free space during installation, 18MB after installation is complete. • If you are running Windows 98, install the Windows 98 WMP6.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Managing Images on a PC ■ Getting Started To manage images on a PC, you need to install the Photo Loader application from the CD-ROM that comes with the camera. • Use the CD-ROM whose contents label shows “Photo Loader”. Start up your computer and insert the CD-ROM into its CDROM drive. This will automatically launch the menu application, which displays a menu screen on your computer. • The menu application may not start up automatically on some computers.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER ■ Viewing the Contents of the “Read me” File ■ Installing Photo Loader You should always read the “Read me” file for “Photo Loader” before installing it. The “Read me” file contains information you need to know when installing the application. 1. Click the “Install” button for “Photo Loader”. 2. Follow the instructions that appear on your computer screen. 1. Click the “Read me” button for “Photo IMPORTANT! Loader”.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER ■ Checking for the Proper Version of DirectX 4. Click [Exit] to exit DirectX Diagnostic Tool. • If your PC already has DirectX 9.0 or higher installed, you do not need to install DirectX 9.0c from the bundled CD-ROM. In order to manage images using Photo Loader, your computer also needs to have DirectX 9.0 or higher installed. You can check the installed version of DirectX using your PC’s DirectX Diagnostic Tool. • If your PC does not have DirectX 9.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER ■ Getting Started Retouching, Reorienting, and Printing a Snapshot Start up your computer and insert the CD-ROM into its CDROM drive. This will automatically launch the menu application, which displays a menu screen on your computer. 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. • Use the CD-ROM whose contents label shows “Photohands”.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER ■ Viewing the Contents of the “Read me” File ■ Installing Photohands You should always read the “Read me” file for “Photohands” before installing it. The “Read me” file contains information you need to know when installing the application. 1. Click the “Install” button for “Photohands”. 2. Follow the instructions that appear on your computer screen. 1. Click the “Read me” button for “Photohands”.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER 5. This will cause the movie file recorded with Playing a Movie the camera to start playing. In order to play a movie recorded with this camera on your PC using Windows Media Player, you need to install MPEG-4 codec. NOTE • If your PC already has MPEG-4 codec installed, it will start playing the movie as soon as you click it. • Note the following important precautions when playing back a movie using Windows Media Player 9.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER ■ To install the codec on a PC that cannot connect to the Internet ● Getting Started Start up your computer and insert the CD-ROM into its CDROM drive. This will automatically launch the menu application, which displays a menu screen on your computer. If your PC cannot connect to the Internet, install Windows Media Player 9 from the CD-ROM that comes bundled with the camera. • Use the CD-ROM whose contents label shows “Windows Media Player”.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER ● Viewing the Contents of the “Read me” File You should always read the “Read me” file for “Windows Media Player 9” before installing it. The “Read me” file contains information you need to know when installing the application. IMPORTANT! • If your PC is running Windows 98, install the Windows 98 WMP6.4 codec instead of Windows Media Player 9. • In the case of Windows 2000 or 98SE, you need to install DirectX 9.0c.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Editing a Movie ■ Getting Started In order to edit movies on your PC, you need to install Ulead Movie Wizard SE VCD from the bundled CD-ROM. • Use the CD-ROM whose contents label shows “Ulead Movie Wizard SE VCD”. Start up your computer and insert the CD-ROM into its CDROM drive. This will automatically launch the menu application, which displays a menu screen on your computer. • The menu application may not start up automatically on some computers.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER ■ Viewing the Contents of the “Read me” File Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) You should always read the “Read me” file for “Ulead Movie Wizard SE VCD” before installing it. The “Read me” file contains information you need to know when installing the application. 1. In the “Manual” area, click the name of the manual you want to read. IMPORTANT! 1.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER User Registration You can perform user registration over the Internet. To do so, of course, you need to be able to connect to the Internet with your computer. 1. Click the “Register” button. • This starts up your Web browser and accesses the user registration website. Follow the instructions that appear on your computer screen to register. Exiting the Menu Application 1. On the menu screen, click “Exit” to exit the menu.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer Your digital camera comes bundled with useful applications for using it in combination with a computer. Install the applications you need on your computer. About the bundled CD-ROM The CD-ROM that comes bundled with the camera contains the applications described below. Installation of these applications is optional, and you should install only the ones you want to use.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Photo Loader 1.1 OS: 9 Memory: 32MB HD: At least 3MB Computer System Requirements 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.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER IMPORTANT! Managing Images on a Macintosh • If you are upgrading to the new version of Photo Loader from a previous version and you want to use library management data and HTML files created using the old version of Photo Loader, be sure to read the “Important” file in the “Photo Loader” folder. Follow the instructions in the file to use your existing library management files.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER ■ To view the Photo Loader user’s guide Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) 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. 1. On the CD-ROM, open the “Manual” folder. 2. Open the “Photo Loader” folder and then open the “English” folder. 3. Open “PhotoLoader_english”. ■ To view the camera user’s guide 1.
APPENDIX APPENDIX Menu Reference The following shows lists of menus that appear in REC modes and the PLAY mode, and their settings. • The settings that are underlined in the following table are initial defaults.
APPENDIX ● Quality Tab Menu Size Quality ● Set Up Tab Menu 3072 × 2304 / 3072 × 2048 (3:2) / 2560 × 1920 / 2048 × 1536 / 1600 × 1200 / 640 × 480 Screen Bright / Normal Sounds Startup / Half Shutter /Shutter / Operation / Fine / Normal / Economy Startup On (Selectable image) / Off File No. Continue / Reset World Time Home / World Operation / (Snapshots) Quality HQ / Normal / LP (Movies) EV Shift Home Time setup (city, DST, etc.) –2.0 / –1.7 / –1.3 / –1.0 / –0.7 / –0.3 / 0.
APPENDIX ■ PLAY Mode ● Set Up Tab Menu • The contents of the PLAY mode set up tab menu are identical to those of the REC modes set up tab menu.
APPENDIX ■ REC Modes Indicator Lamp Reference The camera has three indicator lamps: a green operation lamp, a red operation lamp, and a AF assist light / selftimer lamp. These lamps light and flash to indicate the current operational status of the camera. Operation lamp Operation Lamp Green AF assist light / self-timer lamp Red AF assist light / self-timer lamp Meaning Red Operational (Power on, recording enabled) Pattern 3 Flash is charging. Lit Flash charging is complete.
APPENDIX Operation Lamp Green Red Lit Pattern 3 Pattern 3 Pattern 3 AF assist light / self-timer lamp IMPORTANT! • When you are using a memory card, never remove the card from the camera while the green operation lamp is flashing. Doing so will cause recorded images to be lost. Meaning Red Memory card is locked. / Cannot create folder. / Memory is full.
APPENDIX ■ PLAY Mode ■ USB Cradle Indicator Lamps AF assist light / Operation Lamp self-timer lamp Green Red 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 USB cradle and camera.
APPENDIX Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Possible Cause Power does not turn on. 1) The battery is not oriented correctly. 2) The battery is dead. 1) Orient the battery correctly (page 33). 2) Charge the battery (page 34). 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. 1) Auto Power Off activated (page 45).
Image Recording APPENDIX Symptom Possible Cause Auto Focus does not focus properly. 1) The lens is dirty. 2) The subject is not located in the center of the focus frame when you compose the image. 3) The subject you are shooting is a type that is not compatible with Auto Focus operation (page 75). 4) You are moving the camera. 1) Clean the lens. 2) Make sure the subject is centered in the focus frame when composing the image. 3) Use manual focus (page 80).
APPENDIX Symptom Action 1) Focus the image (page 81). Recorded images are not saved in memory. 1) Camera powers down before the save operation is complete. 2) Removing the memory card before the save operation is complete. ”, charge 1) When the battery indicator shows “ the battery as soon as possible (page 34). 2) Do not remove the memory card before the save operation is complete. Vertical lines on the monitor screen.
APPENDIX Symptom Playback Movies Out of focus images. Possible Cause 1) The subject is outside the shooting range of the camera. 2) Subject type is difficult to focus. 3) Subject is not compatible with Auto Focus. Action 1) Record within the allowable shooting range. 2) Try changing the focus mode to Manual Focus (page 80) or Pan Focus (page 79). 3) Try pointing the camera at another subject momentarily. This may correct the problem. Digital noise in images.
APPENDIX Symptom Possible Cause Action 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. Monitor screen is off. USB communication is in progress. After confirming that the computer is not accessing camera memory, disconnect the USB cable. Cannot transfer files over a USB connection. 1) Camera is not set securely on the USB cradle.
APPENDIX If you have problems installing the USB driver... You may not be able to install the USB driver properly if you use the USB cable to connect the camera to a computer running Windows 98SE/98 before installing the USB driver from the bundled CD-ROM, or if you have another type of driver installed. This will make it impossible for the computer to recognize the digital camera when it is connected. If this happens, you will need to re-install the camera’s USB driver.
APPENDIX Display Messages Battery is low. The battery is dead. Cannot correct image! Keystone correction cannot be performed for some reason. The image will be stored as-is, without correction (page 98). Can not find the file. The camera cannot find a image specified by the slideshow “Images” setting. Specify another image (page 147). Cannot register any more files.
APPENDIX Printing Error Record Error Replenish ink! One of the following problems occurred during printing. • Printer power off • Printer internal error Image compression could not be performed during image data storage for some reason. Record the image again. This card is not formatted. The memory card loaded in the camera is not formatted. Format the memory card (page 179). This file cannot be played. The image file or audio file is corrupted, or is a type that cannot be displayed by this camera.
APPENDIX Data Size Specifications • Snapshots Product ............................... Digital Camera File Size (pixels) 3072 × 2304 Model .................................. EX-Z750 ■ Camera Functions 3072 × 2048 (3:2) Image Files Format Snapshots ....................... JPEG (Exif Ver.2.2); DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) 1.0 standard; DPOF compliant Movies ............................. AVI (MPEG-4) Audio ............................... WAV 2560 × 1920 2048 × 1536 Recording Media .........
APPENDIX • Movies Image Size (Pixels) Delete .................................. Single-file, all files (with protection) Maximum Recording Time Per File Approximate Data Rate (Frame Rate) Approximate Recording Time for Builtin Flash Memory 8.3 MB Approximate Recording Time for SD Memory Card 256MB HQ 640 × 480 Until memory full 4.0 megabits per second (30 frames / second) 17 seconds 8 minutes and 32 seconds Normal 640 × 480 Until memory full 2.
APPENDIX Approximate Focus Range (from lens surface) Auto Focus ...................... Snapshots: 40cm to ∞ (1.3´ to ∞) Movies: 40cm to ∞ (1.3´ to ∞) Macro .............................. Snapshots: 10cm to 50cm (3.9˝ to 19.7˝) Movies: 10cm to 50 cm (3.9˝ to 19.7˝) Infinity Mode .................... ∞ Manual ............................. 10cm to ∞ (3.9˝ to ∞) • Using optical zoom causes the above ranges to change. Aperture .............................. F2.8/4.
APPENDIX Recording Functions ....... Snapshot; audio snapshot; macro; selftimer; BEST SHOT; movie with audio (Movie, Short Movie, Past Movie, MOVIE BEST SHOT) ; voice recording • Audio recording is monaural. ■ Power Requirements Audio Recording Time Audio Snapshot ............... Approximately 30 seconds maximum per image Voice Recording .............. Approximately 25 minutes with built-in memory After Recording ...............
APPENDIX ■ Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery (NP-40) *2 Continuous Recording Conditions • Temperature: 23°C (73°F) • Monitor screen: On • Flash: Off • Image recorded every 15 seconds, alternating full wide-angle and full telephoto zoom Rated Voltage .................... 3.7 V Rated Capacitance ............ 1230 mAh Operating Temperature Range ..................................
APPENDIX ■ Special AC Adaptor (Inlet Type) (AD-C51G or AD-C52G) ■ Special AC Adaptor (Plug-in Type) (AD-C51J or AD-C52J) Power Requirement .......... 100 to 240V AC, 50/60Hz, 83 mA Power Requirement .......... 100 to 240V AC, 50/60Hz, 83mA Output ................................. 5.3V DC, 650 mA Output ................................. 5.3V DC, 650mA Dimensions ........................ AD-C51G: 78(W) × 20(H) × 39(D) mm (3.1˝(W) × 0.8˝(H) × 1.5˝(D)) (excluding projections and cable) Dimensions .......
