QUICK REFERENCE The section provides a general outline of operational procedures. Loading Batteries (page E-41) * Be sure to use the AC adapter/charger to charge the battery before using it. 1 2 1 On the bottom of the camera, slide the battery compartment cover lock towards 1) to release the the front of the camera (1 cover. Grasping both sides of the battery com2).
QUICK REFERENCE Loading a Memory Card (page E-36) * Loaded in the camera when you purchase. 1 2 3 Eject button Surface marked with arrow should face up! Open the memory card slot cover. Insert a memory card into the camera so the arrow on the front of the card is pointed up. • If the memory card eject button is extended, press it back down before inserting the memory card. Close the memory card slot cover.
QUICK REFERENCE Setting the Current Date and Time (page E-48) • Be sure to use the procedure on page E-48 to set the time and date before using the camera for the first time. • Failure to set the date and time correctly will cause the wrong names to be assigned to data files and improper operation of the camera’s date and time stamp feature. Be sure that you set the correct date and time before using the camera.
QUICK REFERENCE Recording Images (page E-50) 2 3 After composing the image on the monitor screen, press the shutter button about half way and hold it there. After confirming that the Auto Focus operation is complete (the operation lamp lights green), press the shutter button. • The monitor screen image may become dim when you press the shutter button half way. • The camera’s Auto Focus feature automatically focuses the image.
QUICK REFERENCE Playing Back Images (page E-83) 2 1 Use [ ] and [ ] to scroll through the images stored in camera memory. Pressing down the Power/Function switch, slide it to PLAY. • This turns on power and displays recorded images on the monitor screen.
QUICK REFERENCE Deleting Images (page E-96) 3 Press 4 . Double check to make sure that you really want to delete the image you selected. • Press MENU to exit the image delete operation. 2 MF/ INFO / MEN U PLAY Use [ ] and [ ] to select the image you want to delete. 1 OFF REC SET / DIS P CA RD Pressing down the Power/Function switch, slide it to PLAY. 5 Use [왔] to select “Yes” and then press .
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS CONTENTS E-2 Congratulations upon your selection of the QV-3EX LCD Digital Camera. To get the most out of the QV-3EX, be sure to carefully read this manual and follow the instructions contained in it. QUICK REFERENCE E-11 FEATURES E-16 PRECAUTIONS E-21 UNPACKING Attaching the Strap .................................................. E-23 Using the Soft Case ................................................. E-24 E-25 GENERAL GUIDE Lens .............................................
CONTENTS Using the Macro Mode ............................................ E-65 Movie Recording ...................................................... E-66 Panorama Recording ............................................... E-68 Night Scene Mode ................................................... E-69 Landscape Mode Recording .................................... E-70 Aperture Priority Image Recording .......................... E-71 Manual Exposure Recording ...................................
CONTENTS E-115 TROUBLESHOOTING E-119 MESSAGES E-121 SPECIFICATIONS E-10 • CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss resulting from the use of this manual. • CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibility for any loss or claims by third parties which may arise through the use of the QV-3EX. • CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss caused by deletion of data as a result of malfunction, repairs, or battery replacement.
FEATURES FEATURES Continuous recording (page E-61) DCF Data Storage (page E-109) Continuous recording of high-quality images at 1-second intervals (when the monitor screen is turned off) is just like have a motor drive on the camera. DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) data storage protocol provides image inter-compatibility between the digital camera and printers.
FEATURES Movie and panorama images (pages E-84, 85) A buffer lets you capture images of events that occurred before you pressed the shutter button. A built-in function lets you combine up to nine images into breathtaking panoramas. Easy connection to other devices (page E-103) USB, DIGITAL, and VIDEO OUT terminals provide easy connection to other devices. TV Desktop Computer Easy-to-understand graphic interface (page E-31) All camera operations can be performed on graphic based interactive menu screens.
FEATURES Manual Mode 12-step Digital Zoom Recording Manually set the shutter speed and aperture to suit the type of image you are recording.
FEATURES Macro Feature Histogram page E-65 Self-timer page E-32,87 Display Zoom page E-74 Date and Time Stamping 9-image Screen 00/2/1 E-14 page E-86 page E-48 page E-88
FEATURES Slide Show page E-89 Image Protection page E-94 E-15
PRECAUTIONS PRECAUTIONS General Precautions Be sure to observe the following important precautions whenever using the QV-3EX. All references in this manual to “this camera” and “the camera” refer to the CASIO QV-3EX Digital Camera. • Never try to take pictures or use the built-in display while operating a motor vehicle or while walking. Doing so creates the danger of serious accident. • Never try to open the case of the camera or attempt your own repairs.
PRECAUTIONS • Physical damage and malfunction of this camera can cause the image data stored in its memory to be deleted. Be sure to always keep backup copies of data by transferring them to personal computer memory. • Never open the battery compartment cover, disconnect the AC adapter from the camera or unplug it from the wall socket while recording images. Doing so will not only make storage of the current image impossible, it can also corrupt other image data already stored in camera memory.
PRECAUTIONS Condensation About the camera’s backlight… • 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.
PRECAUTIONS Monitor Screen Recording • The image shown on the monitor screen during recording is intended for composition purposes only, so its quality does not match that of the image as it is recorded. The image is recorded in accordance with the quality setting made with the procedure under “Quality Settings” on page E-58. • A dimly lit subject can slow down monitor screen refresh or cause static in the displayed image.
PRECAUTIONS GUIDELINES LAID DOWN BY FCC RULES FOR USE OF THIS UNIT IN THE U.S.A. (not applicable to other areas). This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
UNPACKING 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 Strap Soft case CD-ROM Memory card (8 MB CompactFlash card) Loaded in the camera when you purchase it.
UNPACKING AC Adapter/Charger (BC-7LA) Lithium Ion Rechargeable Battery (NP-L7) • AC power cord • DC cord • The shape of the AC power cord plug varies according to country or geographic area.
UNPACKING Attaching the Strap Pass the strap through the ring on the side of the camera as shown in the illustration. Using the Strap Around your neck Slide the stopper to adjust the length of the strap. Around your wrist Slide the stopper to adjust the length of the strap. Adjusting the Length of the Strap Slide the stopper to adjust the length of the strap. This way you can make it a short hand strap, or a longer shoulder or neck strap.
UNPACKING IMPORTANT! • Be sure to keep the strap around your wrist whenever using the camera to protect against accidentally dropping it. • The supplied strap is intended for use with this camera only. Do not use for any other application. • Never swing the camera around by the strap. • Carrying the camera so it is swinging freely from the strap can cause it to become damaged by bumping against other objects.
GENERAL GUIDE GENERAL GUIDE The following illustrations show the names of each component, button and switch on the camera.
GENERAL GUIDE Top and Display (Focus Folder) button (pages E-64, 65) (Flash/Information) (Self-Timer/Delete) button button (pages E-74, 96) (pages E-56) MF/ INFO Flash lamp (page E-29) / MEN U MENU button PLA Y OFF REC (page E-35) [왘] [왗] [왖] [왔] Power/Function switch SET / (pages E-50) DIS P CA RD Power/Function Lamp button E-26 (pages E-50) DISP button LCD Operation lamp (pages E-31, 35) (page E-31) (page E-29)
GENERAL GUIDE Side Bottom DIGITAL terminal Tripod screw hole (page E-103) Battery compartment lock (page E-41) (page E-103) LOCK DIGITAL VIDEO OUT USB port (page E-103) Battery compartment cover (page E-41) USB DC IN OPEN VIDEO OUT terminal 6V Opening the Terminal Panel Cover AC power terminal (page E-45) Memory card cover release (page E-36) Memory card slot cover (page E-36) CARD * Always keep the terminal panel cover in place whenever you are not using the terminals.
GENERAL GUIDE Power/Function lamp Dial This lamp lights or flashes to indicate the status of the operation you are performing, as described below. PLAY OFF REC Power/Function lamp REC Mode Lamp Color Green Manual Mode (page E-72) Aperture Priority Auto Mode (page E-71) Program AE Mode (page E-50) Night Scene Mode (page E-69) Landscape Mode (page E-70) Movie Mode (page E-66) Panorama Mode (page E-68) Flashing Power is on.
GENERAL GUIDE PLAY Mode Operation lamp This lamp lights or flashes to indicate the status of the operation you are performing, as described below.
GENERAL GUIDE Flash lamp Flash lamp This lamp lights or flashes to indicate the status of the operation you are performing, as described below. Self-timer lamp This lamp flashes when the self-timer is performing a timer operation prior to releasing the shutter. REC Mode Lamp Color Flashing Amber Flash is charging / Low battery warning Partial Shutter Button Lamp Color On Amber Ready to fire.
MONITORBILDSCHIRM Die Funktion der DISP-Taste hängt von dem Modus ab, in dem Sie sich gerade befinden. SET/ DISP DISP-Taste • REC-Modus: Mit jedem Drücken der DISP-Taste wird zyklisch durch die Displayfunktionen geschaltet, wie es nachfolgend dargestellt ist.
MONITORBILDSCHIRM Histogrammanzeige Bei der Aufnahme von Standbildern können Sie ein Histogramm am Monitorbildschirm anzeigen, um die Belichtungspegel zu überwachen. Das Histogramm ist eine Grafik der Helligkeitspegel der Pixel in Abhängigkeit von der Anzahl der Pixel. Die vertikale Achse stellt die Anzahl der Pixel dar, wogegen die horizontale Achse der Helligkeit entspricht.
MONITORBILDSCHIRM Anzeige bei halb gedrücktem Verschlussauslöseknopf Blitzlichtmodus ( ) Anzeigedisplay Das an der Oberseite der Kamera angeordnete Anzeigedisplay zeigt während der Aufnahme von Bildern die verschiedenen Statusanzeigen der Kamera an. Das Anzeigendisplay ist besonders dann nützlich, wenn der Monitorbildschirm ausgeschaltet ist.
MONITORBILDSCHIRM PLAY-Modus (Wiedergabemodus) Schutzanzeige Ordnername Bildnummer Bildgröße 2016 x 1536 1008 x 768 Qualität FINE (Fein) NORMAL (Normal) ECONOMY (Sparsam) Datum und Zeit (Datum und Zeit der Aufnahme) Batteriekapazität Ordnername – Dateinummer Die obigen Anzeigen erscheinen nur dann, wenn das Anzeigendisplay mit der DISP-Taste eingeschaltet wurde. Änderung der Anzeigesprache Verwenden Sie den folgenden Vorgang, um die Anzeigesprache zwischen Englisch und Japanisch umzuschalten. 1.
MONITORBILDSCHIRM Anzeige im REC-Modus Ausführung von Menüeinstellungen Grundlegendes Menü 1. Die MENU-Taste drücken. 2. Falls Sie sich in dem REC-Modus befinden, drücken Sie die DISP-Taste, um zwischen dem grundlegenden Menü und dem weiterführenden Menü umzuschalten. Kategorie On-Screen-Benutzerführung 3. Die [왘]-, [왗]-, [왔]- und [왖]-Tasten verwenden, um die gewünschte Kategorie bzw. Funktion zu wählen, dann die -Taste drücken. [왘] [왗] [왔] [왖]: Wahl eines Postens DISP : Führt eine Wahl aus.
MEMORY CARDS MEMORY CARDS This camera uses a memory card (CompactFlash card or microdrive) for image storage. IMPORTANT! • Make sure that the power of the camera is turned off before you insert or remove a memory card. • When inserting a memory card into the camera, make sure that the card is oriented correctly. Make sure that the correct side of the card is facing up, and that you insert the correct end of the card into the camera. Inserting a Memory Card into the Camera 1.
MEMORY CARDS Removing a Memory Card from the Camera 1. Open the memory card slot cover. 4. Remove the memory card. Memory card cover release 5. Close the memory card slot cover. IMPORTANT! 2. Press the eject button so it extends from the camera. Eject button 3. Press the eject button once again to eject the card. • Insert only memory cards into the memory card slot. Inserting any other type of card can cause malfunction.
MEMORY CARDS Formatting a Memory Card You can format a memory card to delete all of the data stored on it. IMPORTANT! • Formatting a memory card deletes all images on the card, even if some or all of the images are protected (page E-94). • Data deleted by a memory card format operation cannot be recovered! Be sure to carefully check and confirm that you no longer need the data stored in a memory card before formatting it. 1. Press MENU. 2. Select “SET UP” “Format”. 3.
MEMORY CARDS • Formatting is recommended for any memory card that you suspect contains corrupted image data (due to a DECODE ERROR, strange image colors, malformed images) or newly purchased memory cards. • Before starting a format operation, connect the AC adapter to power the camera. Interruption of camera power during the format operation results in improper formatting, making it impossible to use the memory card.
MEMORY CARDS Memory Card Folder Precautions • The camera automatically creates folders (directories) on the memory card and assigns them names based on dates (month and day). Any image you record is automatically stored into the folder that corresponds to the date it is recorded. • Up to 900 folders can be created on a single card. The following shows a typical folder name. 100_0719 Serial number Day Month • Up to 250 image files can be stored in each folder. The following shows a typical file name.
POWER SUPPLY POWER SUPPLY This camera can be powered by a special lithium ion battery (NP-L7) or by household AC power. • Do not use other types of AA-size batteries. 3. While pushing the battery compartment cover in the direction indicated by arrow (1), slide it shut and then slide the lock in the direction indicated by arrow (2). Loading the Battery Make sure that camera power is turned off whenever loading or replacing the battery.
POWER SUPPLY Battery Operation Time Guidelines The table below shows the approximate amount of continuous operation you can expect under normal temperature (25°C) when the special lithium ion battery is fully charged. Note that these values are approximations only, and do not guarantee that you will be able to obtain such performance from your battery. IMPORTANT! • Use only the BC-7LA AC Adapter/Charger to charge the battery.
POWER SUPPLY ● Low Temperature Precautions • Your digital camera requires large amounts of current for proper operation. The amount of operation provided by its lithium ion rechargeable batteries is greatly reduced by use at temperatures that are colder than 25°C. The following steps are recommended when using the camera under low temperatures (below 10°C). • Keep the battery, with its cap in place, inside your pocket and load it in the camera until just before you plan to use it.
POWER SUPPLY AC Adapter/Charger The AC Adapter/Charger is used for recharging the lithium ion battery and for directly powering the camera using AC power. • It takes approximately 150 minutes to bring a battery to a full charge. • Actual charging time depends on the battery capacity, the battery’s current charge level, the temperature of the location where you are charging, etc.
POWER SUPPLY AC Adapter precautions Using AC Power Use the optional AC adapter (AD-C620) or the special AC adapter/charger (BC-7LA) to power the camera on standard AC power. • Note that the BC-7LA AC adapter/charger comes with power cords that are compatible with local wall outlet configurations. Be sure to use the power cord that is compatible with the wall outlets in the area where you are using the adapter/charger.
POWER SUPPLY • Be sure to turn off power before connecting or disconnecting the adapter. • Always turn camera power off before disconnecting the AC adapter, even if the camera has batteries installed. If you don’t, the camera will turn off automatically when you disconnect the AC adapter. You also run the risk of damaging the camera whenever you disconnect the AC adapter without first turning power off. • The AC adapter may become warm to the touch after extended periods of use.
POWER SUPPLY Setting SLEEP and AUTO POWER OFF Trigger Times Initializing Power Save Trigger Times 1. Pressing down the Power/Function switch, Use the following procedure to return SLEEP and AUTO POWER OFF trigger time settings to their initial factory defaults (SLEEP: 1 minute, AUTO POWER OFF: 2 minutes). slide it to REC. 2. Press MENU. 3. Select “Options” “Power Save” “Power Save”. • “Options” appears on the advanced menu only.
SETTING THE CURRENT DATE AND TIME SETTING THE CURRENT DATE AND TIME Use the following procedures to set the current date and time, and to select the date format. When you record an image, the time and date the image was shot is registered in accordance with data from the camera’s built-in clock. You can even use the TIME STAMP function to “stamp” the date and time inside the image. Setting the Date and Time 1. Press MENU. 2. Select “SET UP” “Date” “Adjust”.
SETTING THE CURRENT DATE AND TIME 4. After making all the settings on the monitor screen, press to register them. Selecting the Date Format Example: May 1, 2000 You can select any one of the following formats for the above date: 00/5/1, 1/5/00, 5/1/00. 1. Press MENU. 2. Select “SET UP” “Date” “Style”. 3. Use [왔] and [왖] to select the date format you want, and then press .
RECORDING RECORDING Turning Camera Power On and Off Use the Power/Function switch to turn camera power on and off. PLAY OFF REC Using the Shutter Button The following steps describe how to operate the shutter button so that Auto Focus has a chance to focus the image. 1. Press the shutter button about half way. • The Auto Focus feature automatically focuses the image. REC : Turns on power and enters the REC mode. PLAY : Turns on power and enters the PLAY mode. OFF : Turns off power.
RECORDING 3. After composing the image on the monitor Recording a Single Snapshot Image The following is the basic procedure for recording a single snapshot image. It uses the Program AE Mode (P Mode), which makes automatic aperture and shutter settings when you press the shutter button. • If you keep the shutter button depressed, the camera continually records up to five images at an interval of about 2.5 seconds. The interval required to record images becomes longer after the first five images.
RECORDING 4. After confirming that the Auto Focus operation is complete (the operation lamp lights green), press the shutter button all the way down to record the image. • Images you record are temporarily stored in the camera’s buffer memory, from which they are subsequently transferred to the memory card installed in the camera. You can continue to shoot consecutive images until buffer memory becomes full.
RECORDING IMPORTANT! Auto Focus tends not to work well with the following types of subjects. • Solid color walls or objects with little contrast • Strongly backlit objects • Polished metal or other brightly reflective objects • Venetian blinds or other horizontally repeating patterns • Multiple images that are varying distances from the camera • Subjects in poorly lit areas • Auto Focus also may not work properly when the camera is unsteady or shaking.
RECORDING Recording Images under Low Battery Power To protect against unexpected loss of image data, images are recorded one-by-one whenever the battery level is indicated as or lower. During the save operation, the message “Press DISP to cancel save.” is on the monitor screen. As long as you do not press DISP, the save operation continues for a few seconds. Be sure to replace the battery as soon as possible after this message starts to appear. Pressing DISP while the “Press DISP to cancel save.
RECORDING Using Focus Lock Normally, Auto Focus automatically focuses on the object that is inside the Auto Focus Frame. Focus lock is a technique that lets you lock the focus on a subject and then move the camera so the Auto Focus Frame is pointed at another subject when you record. This keeps the original subject in focus, even though a different object is within the Auto Focus Frame. • Locking the focus also locks the exposure setting. 2.
RECORDING Using the Flash You can use the built-in flash unit to provide illumination during recording. 1. Press . • Each press of cycles through the flash mode in the following sequence: Auto (None) Off ( ) On ( ) Red-eye Reduction ( ). Flash lamp button MF/ INFO E-56 / Indicator Flash Mode Description None Auto Flash Flash is automatically enabled and disabled in accordance with exposure conditions. Flash Off Flash is never fired, regardless of exposure conditions.
RECORDING Flash Indicator When you press the shutter button half way, the flash icon appears on the monitor screen and the Flash lamp light (amber) to indicate that the flash will fire when the shutter button is pressed the rest of the way down. IMPORTANT! • Never use the flash in areas where combustible or explosive gas is present. Doing so creates the danger of fire and explosion. • Never fire the flash in the direction of a person operating a motor vehicle.
RECORDING About Sync Speeds You can use the procedure under “Using the REC Menus” on page E-79 to specify the shutter speed you want when using the flash. You can select one of the following three sync speed settings. When you want to do this: Select this setting: Shoot at a shutter speed of 1/125 ............... Fast second, which reduces blurring due to subject or hand movement. Use this setting when you want to record indoor images of children playing indoors, etc.
RECORDING • Numbers in parentheses are compressed image file sizes. • Use the REC menus (page E-79) to select the quality setting you want. • Note that the maximum number of images that can be stored in a single folder is 250. Because of this, even if you are using a card that allows storage of more than 250 images, the camera’s monitor screen will show capacity for up to 250 images only. You can store additional images by changing to another folder.
RECORDING • The exposure compensation value automatically reverts to zero whenever the shutter button is pressed. You can manually reset the exposure compensation value by using [왘] and [왗] to change the value back to zero, which is indicated when the EV indicator disappears from the monitor. EV value is fixed during panorama recording. 2. After adjusting the exposure, press the shutter button to record the image.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS This section describes more advanced recording operations that are also provided by this camera. • Use the monitor screen for digital zoom, manual focus, macro, movie, panorama, and multiple exposure. Using the Continuous Shutter Mode 1 The Continuous Shutter Mode lets you record five* images at 1-second intervals. It can be used for normal recording, as well as in the Program AE (P Mode), Aperture Priority Auto (A Mode), Manual (M Mode), Night Scene and Landscape modes.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 5. Compose the image and then record it. Using the AEB (Automatic Exposure Bracketing) Mode The AEB Mode automatically records three images when you press the shutter button: one at ±0EV, one at –0.5EV, and one at +0.5EV. • Since three images are recorded, it may take some time for them all to be saved to the memory card. IMPORTANT! 1. Pressing down the Power/Function switch, slide it to REC. 2. Press MENU. 3.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Using Digital Zoom The center of the display screen can be enlarged to one of 12 steps to record a 1008 x 768-pixel image. 3. While the digital zoom factor is on the monitor screen, press [왔] to decrease it or [왖] to increase it. Zoom Factors (Steps): 1, 1.2, 1.4, 1.6, 1.8, 2, 2.2, 2.4, 2.6, 2.8, 3, 3.2 • Images recorded using digital zoom may be somewhat grainy. • The image in the optical viewfinder does not reflect the results of zoom operations.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 4. Compose the image and then record it. Manual Focus Manual Focus lets you manually adjust the focus of an image. 1. Pressing down the Power/Function switch, slide it to REC. 2. Press a number of times until the MF indicator appears on the monitor screen. • Each press of cycles the focus mode in the following sequence: Auto Focus Manual Focus ( ) Infinity ( ) Macro ( ). 3. While “ ” is flashing on the monitor screen, use [왗], [왔] or [왘], [왖] to focus the image. [왗], [왔] ...
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Infinity Mode Recording Use the Infinity Mode when recording images of scenery or objects that are far away. This mode performs Auto Focus in the vicinity of infinity ( ). 1. Pressing down the Power/Function switch, slide it to REC. 2. Press a number of times until the indicator appears on the monitor screen. • Each press of cycles the focus mode in the following sequence: Auto Focus Manual Focus ( ) Infinity ( ) Macro ( ). 3. Compose the image and then record it.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 3. Compose the image and then press the shutter Movie Recording You can record movies that are approximately 30 seconds long. Movies are recorded in 320 x 240-pixel AVI format. For details, see “Using the REC Menus” on page E-79. There are two types of movie recording: PAST and NORMAL. PAST lets you capture images of events that occurred before you pressed the shutter button while NORMAL records what happens after you press the shutter button.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 5. Compose the image on the monitor screen and then press the shutter button about half way. • The message “STAND BY” appears on the monitor screen to indicate that the camera’s buffer memory is accumulating image data. This message remains displayed for about 10 seconds. • After “STAND BY” disappears from the monitor screen, the contents of the buffer memory continues to be updated as long as you keep the shutter button depressed about half way. 6.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Panorama Recording With panorama recording you record a series of images and then link them to create a single panoramic effect. • Aperture setting and white balance settings are locked when you record the first image of a panorama, and these settings are applied to all subsequent images in that panorama. • If you want to link more than 9 images into a panorama, upload the images to a computer and use a commercially available computer application to link them.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT! Night Scene Mode The Night Scene Mode is for recording images in dark areas. When recording images of people on a twilight or night time background, you can use the flash in combination with the Night Scene Mode for slow synchro recording. 1. Pressing down the Power/Function switch, • The shutter speed is quite slow in the Night Scene Mode, so be sure to use a tripod to hold the camera steady. • Slow shutter speed also causes slow monitor screen refresh.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Landscape Mode Recording The Landscape Mode increases the depth of field to bring everything from nearby objects to faraway objects into focus. It also lets you choose from among five color filters (blue, green, red, yellow, pink) to create exactly the scene you want. • You may not be able to use the Landscape Mode in combination with the Program AE Mode (P Mode) indoors, outdoors on a cloudy day, etc.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Aperture Priority Image Recording You can select an aperture of F2.6, F4.2, or F6.6. A larger aperture (indicated by a smaller aperture value) narrows the focus range, while a smaller aperture widens the focus range. Wide aperture 3. Use [왔] and [왖] to select the aperture setting you want to use. Decreased aperture Apeture value 4. Compose the image and then record it. Aperture value Wide Decreased F2.6, F4.2, F6.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Manual Exposure Recording Use the Manual Mode (M Mode) when you want to make your own aperture and shutter speed settings. • Use the monitor screen to compose your images when using the Manual Mode. 1. Pressing down the Power/Function switch, slide it to REC. 2. Align the dial with (Manual Mode). 3. Use [왔] and [왖] to select the aperture setting you want to use. 4. Use [왘] and [왗] to change the shutter speed setting you want to use. 5. Compose the image and then record it.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Monochrome and Sepia Recording Use the following procedure to record an image in monochrome (black and white) or sepia. Note that you cannot convert an image to color after recording it in monochrome or sepia. 4. Use [왔] and [왖] to select “B/W” or “Sepia” and then press . 5. Compose the image and then record it. 1. Pressing down the Power/Function switch, slide it to REC. 2. Press MENU. 3. Use [왘], [왗], [왔] and [왖] to select “COLOR” and then press .
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 3. Compose the image and then record it. Using the Self-timer You can use the self-timer for either of the two following recording operations. 10-second recording .... Records about 10 seconds after the shutter button is pressed. Use this method when you want to be included in the image that is recorded. 2-second recording ...... Records about two seconds after the shutter button is pressed. Use this method to avoid camera movement caused when the shutter button is pressed. 1.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Performing Manual White Balance Certain lighting conditions can cause auto white balance to take a very long time or can result in a limitation of the adjustable range (color temperature). If you suspect your current lighting conditions are causing problems, try performing manual white balance. This sets white balance to a level that can be used under any lighting conditions. The following procedure describes how to perform manual white balance using a white piece of paper.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 5. After the manual white balance operation is complete, press . 6. Select “Exit”. NOTES • White balance is automatically set to “Daylight” whenever you enter the Night Scene Mode. You can leave this as it is or change it using the above procedure. • The effects of the Landscape Mode color filters (page E-70) are cancelled out by a manual white balance operation.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Mode 1 (Mode Memory 1) Turning power on default settings on and off Available Options Setting Focus AF, MF, Flash Auto, , , , Mode Memory Status On Off Setting at power off AF Auto Metering White Balance Flash Intensity Sync Speed Sensitivity Available Options Multi, Average, Spot Auto, Daylight, Shade, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Manual Strong, Normal, Weak Fast, Normal, Slow High, Normal slide it to REC. 2. Press MENU. 3. Select “Options”.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS 6. Select the item whose setting you want to change. 7. Select “On” or “Off”. • Repeat steps 6 and 7 for other items if you want. 8. Select “Exit”. Initializing Power On Defaults and Power Save Use the following procedure to initialize power on defaults and the power save settings. IMPORTANT! • Note that performing the following procedure to initialize power on defaults also initializes power save trigger time settings (page E-47). 1.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Item Initialized Setting Power Save Sleep Auto Power Off Focus Flash 1 min 2 min Mode 1 (Mode Memory 1) Off (AF) On (Last mode select) Mode 2 (Mode Memory 2) Metering White Balance Off (Multi) Off (Auto) Flash Intensity Sync Speed Off (Normal) Off (Normal) Sensitivity Off (Normal) Using the REC Menus The REC menus make it easy to control image quality, white balance, and other settings to suit specific conditions and preferences.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Picture Quality BASIC Use this setting to control the quality of the image. Fine / Normal / Economy Functions 1 Drive Mode BASIC Size BASIC You can specify either of two image sizes in pixels. 2016 x 1536 / 1008 x 768 Sharpness This setting specifies the sharpness of image outlines. Hard : Sharp outlines Normal Soft : Soft outlines Saturation This setting controls the intensity of colors. High : Colors appear deeper. Normal Low : Colors appear lighter.
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS White Balance Flash Intensity Use this setting to select the white balance setting that makes the colors of the subject appear most natural. (Auto / Daylight / Shade / Tungsten /Fluorescent/ Manual) Daylight : Outdoors Shade : Blue tinted sunlight Tungsten : Red tinted incandescent light Fluorescent : Green tinted fluorescent light Manual : Sets up the camera for recording of a white sheet of paper under currently available light (page E-75).
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS Options Power Save This item can be used to make power save settings to preserve battery power. Sleep (Off / 30sec / 1min / 2min) / Auto Power Off (2min / 5min) Set Up Card Browser BASIC Format Mode 1 Use this item to specify which of the following settings are retained when camera power is turned off. Focus / Flash BASIC Date BASIC Mode 2 Use this item to specify which of the following settings are retained when camera power is turned off.
PLAYBACK PLAYBACK The following describes the different techniques that you can use to playback recorded images. Basic Playback Operation The built-in monitor screen of the camera lets you play back recorded images without connecting an external monitor. 1. Pressing down the Power/Function switch, slide it to PLAY. PLAY OFF NOTES • If you hold down the Power/Function switch and slide it to PLAY immediately after you record an image, the image is immediately stored in memory.
PLAYBACK Playing Back a Movie Use the following operation to play back a movie that was recorded using the operation under “Movie Recording” on page E-66. 1. Pressing down the Power/Function switch, slide it to PLAY. 2. Use [왘] and [왗] to select the movie you want to play back. 3. Press to start playing back the movie. • You can use [왘] (forward) and [왗] (reverse) while playing back a movie to change the playback direction.
PLAYBACK Panorama Playback Use the following operation to playback panoramas recorded using the operation under “Panorama Recording” on page E-68. 1. Pressing down the Power/Function switch, slide it to PLAY. 2. Use [왘] and [왗] to select the panorama you want to play back. 3. Press to start panorama playback. • You can change the direction of a panorama that is playing back by pressing [왘] or [왗]. • Pressing DISP changes to a small-image display. Press DISP again to return to the full-screen size.
PLAYBACK Zoom the Playback Image You can enlarge the playback image to one of six steps. Zoom Factors (Steps): 1.2, 1.6, 2, 2.4, 2.8, 3.2 IMPORTANT! • You cannot enlarge a movie or panorama playback image. 4. Press to cycle through the zoom factors. 5. Use [왘], [ 왗], [왔], and [왖] to shift the view frame to different parts of the image. 6. When the view frame is located at the part of 1. Pressing down the Power/Function switch, slide it to PLAY. 2.
PLAYBACK Displaying Other Image Information The camera saves other information in addition to the image itself. Use the following procedure to view this other information. 1Flash : Flash off : Red eye reduction 2Light Metering 1. Pressing down the Power/Function switch, slide it to PLAY. MULTI : Multi-metering AVG : Average metering SPOT : Spot metering 3Aperture 2. Press INFO. • This displays the image information shown below on the monitor screen.
PLAYBACK • Except for the Histogram, “------” is shown in place of any item for which information is uncertain or otherwise unavailable. 3. Use [왘] and [왗] to scroll through the images. • It may take some time for the image data to appear after you select an image. • Pressing Displaying Nine Images The following operation lets you simultaneously view nine images on the same screen.
PLAYBACK 4. Use [ 왘 ] and [ 왗 ] to scroll through images stored in memory. • To view a particular image in normal size, press DISP. This causes the mark to appear in the upper left corner of the monitor screen. To produce an enlarged view of an image, use [왘], [왗], [왔] and [왖] to move the mark to the image you want and then press . 1 2 3 10 11 12 19 20 21 4 5 6 13 14 15 22 23 24 7 8 9 16 17 18 25 26 27 5.
PLAYBACK 1. Pressing down the Power/Function switch, slide it to PLAY. 2. Press MENU. 3. Select “SLIDE SHOW”. Using the PLAY Menus The PLAY menus provide you with control over the display format and DPOF settings, image delete and save operations, and other settings. The PLAY mode has only one menu format (basic). It does not have an advanced menu like the REC mode. 4. To stop Slide Show, press any button besides MENU.
PLAYBACK DPOF Use this item to specify images for printing on a DPOF printer. Select : Prints a single specific image. Folder : Prints a specific number of copies of all images in a specific folder. All : Prints a specific number of copies of all images. DELETE Use this item to delete images. Select : Deletes a single specific Image. Folder : Deletes all unprotected images in a specific folder. All : Deletes all unprotected images. SET UP Card Browser Use this item to select the Card Browser file type.
FOLDER TYPES FOLDER TYPES Memory Card Folder Precautions The camera automatically creates folders (directories) on the memory card and assigns them names based on dates (month and day). Any image you record is automatically stored into the folder that corresponds to the date it is recorded. • Up to 900 folders can be created on a single card. The following shows a typical folder name. 100_0719 Serial number Day Month • Up to 250 image files can be stored in each folder.
FOLDER TYPES Selecting a Folder for Playback 1. Pressing down the Power/Function switch, slide it to PLAY. 2. Press . 3. Use [왘] and [왗] to select the folder you want to select for playback. 4. Press to playback the first image in the folder.
IMAGE PROTECTION IMAGE PROTECTION Use the following operations when you want to protect images against accidental deletion. A protected image cannot be deleted until it is unprotected. You can protect and unprotect a single specific image, all the images in a particular folder, or all images currently on the memory card. 4. Select the image you want to protect. IMPORTANT! • Formatting a memory card (page E-38) deletes all images on the card, even if some or all of the images are protected. 5.
IMAGE PROTECTION Protecting and Unprotecting All Images on a Memory Card Protecting Folders 1. Pressing down the Power/Function switch, slide it to PLAY. and Unprotecting a Single Image”. 2. Press MENU. 3. Select “PROTECT” 2. Select “PROTECT” “Folder”. protect. 5. Press [왔] or [왖] to toggle the “All”. 3. Select “Protect” or “Unprotect”. 4. Use [왘] and [왗] to select the folder you want to mark of the selected folder on and off. 6. Press 1.
DELETING IMAGES DELETING IMAGES Use the following operations when you want to delete images. You can delete the currently selected image, specifically selected image, all the images in a particular folder or all images currently on the memory card. Deleting the Currently Selected Image 1. Pressing down the Power/Function switch, slide it to PLAY. IMPORTANT! • Image deletion cannot be undone.
DELETING IMAGES NOTE Deleting a Single Image • The camera does not maintain open spaces in its memory. Deleting an image causes all images following the deleted image to be shifted up. 1 2 3 4 1. Pressing down the Power/Function switch, slide it to PLAY. 2. Press MENU. 3. Select “DELETE” “Select”. 4. Select the image you want to delete. 1 2 3 • Protected images are not displayed. • Note that the first time you display an image its mark is turned on.
DELETING IMAGES 5. Press [왔] or [왖] to toggle the mark of the selected image on and off. • If you want to delete more than one image, repeat steps 4 and 5. 6. After all the images you want to delete are selected, select “Yes” to delete them or “No” to abort the delete operation without deleting anyting. • Deleting a panorama deletes all of the images that make it up as well. Deleting All the Images in a Folder 1. Pressing down the Power/Function switch, slide it to . 2. Press MENU. 3.
DELETING IMAGES Deleting All Unprotected Images 1. Pressing down the Power/Function switch, slide it to PLAY. 2. Press MENU. 3. Select “DELETE” “All”. 4. Select “Yes” to delete all unprotected images, or “No” to abort the delete operation without deleting anything. • When the above procedure is performed while there are protected images in memory, the first of the protected images appears on the monitor screen after the unprotected images are deleted.
DPOF DPOF The letters “DPOF” stand for “Digital Print Order Format,” which is a format for recording on a memory card or other medium which digital camera images should be printed and how many copies of the image should be printed. DPOF makes it possible for a DPOF compatible printer or professional print service to print images from a memory card without having to specify individual file names. Printing Specific Images 1. Pressing down the Power/Function switch, slide it to PLAY. 2. Press MENU. 3.
DPOF 6. Use [왔] and [왖] to specify the number of copies you want to print. Printing All the Images in a Folder • If you want to specify more images for printing, repeat steps 4 through 6. 1. Pressing down the Power/Function switch, • If you change your mind about printing an image, press [왔] to clear its mark. 2. Press MENU. 7. After you are finished, press image specification procedure. to exit the slide it to PLAY. 3. Select “DPOF” “Folder”. 4.
DPOF 6. After you are finished, press Printing All Images 1. Pressing down the Power/Function switch, slide it to PLAY. 2. Press MENU. 3. Select “DPOF” “All” “Set print order”. • To cancel current print settings, select “Cancel print order”. 4. Press . • If you selected “Cancel print order” in step 3, pressing the shutter button returns to the playback screen. 5. Use [왔] and [왖] to specify the number of copies of each image you want to print. E-102 to exit the image specification procedure.
CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS This camera is equipped with a VIDEO OUT terminal for connection to a television or video deck, and a DIGITAL terminal and USB port for connection to a computer or other equipment. Computer E-105 DIGITAL Terminal VIDEO OUT Terminal USB DC IN 6V The type of cable you should use depends on the type of equipment to which you are connecting. 2 Special USB cable When connecting to a computer, use the special USB cable and USB driver software that comes with the camera.
CONNECTING TO OTHER EQUIPMENT CONNECTING TO OTHER EQUIPMENT IMPORTANT! Connecting to a Television Images being displayed on the camera’s monitor screen, whether for recording or playback can also be displayed on the screen of a connected television. Accessory video cable Selecting the Video Output Signal Mode TV INPUT L R VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO IN terminal VIDEO OUT terminal 1. Connect one end of the video cable to the camera and the other end to the television. 2.
CONNECTING TO OTHER EQUIPMENT Connecting to a Computer The following accessories are included with the camera to make it easy for you to connect to a computer to transfer and manage your images. • USB cable • USB driver software (on CD-ROM) • Data Transfer Cable • Photo Loader application (on CD-ROM) USB Port Connections The camera’s USB port and accessories make it easy to connect to a computer equipped with a USB port.
CONNECTING TO OTHER EQUIPMENT USB Port Connection Computer USB port USB cable Small Large USB port IMPORTANT! • Whenever connecting the USB cable to the camera, make sure the arrow mark on the plug is aligned properly with the arrow mark on the side of the camera’s terminal. • Plug the USB connectors into the ports as far as they will go. Incorrect connection can result in improper operation. • The camera is not supplied power by the USB cable.
CONNECTING TO OTHER EQUIPMENT CONNECTING TO OTHER EQUIPMENT Windows 2000, Me, 98, 95, NT Workstation 4.0 The Data Transfer Cable can be connected to an IBM PC/AT or compatible that is equipped with a D-Sub9 RS-232C terminal. Data Transfer Cable RS-232C terminal (D-Sub 9-pin) DIGITAL terminal Macintosh Connection of the Data Transfer Cable and operation of the Photo Loader application is not supported on an Apple Macintosh.
USING CompactFlash CARDS WITH YOUR COMPUTER USING CompactFlash CARDS WITH YOUR COMPUTER Setting Up to Access CompactFlash Card Contents From Your Computer You can use any of the three methods described below to access the contents of a memory card with your computer. You can use the Photo Loader software to save images on the memory card to your computer. CompactFlash Memory Card Slot If your computer has a CompactFlash Memory Card Slot, insert the camera’s memory card into the slot.
USING CompactFlash CARDS WITH YOUR COMPUTER Memory Card Data Images recorded with this camera and other data is stored on the memory card 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. CompactFlash Card Directory Tree <¥DCIM¥> INDEX.HTM QVCAM.QVS (Parent Folder) (Card Browser Main File) (Management File) HTML INDEX2.HTM MENU.
USING CompactFlash CARDS WITH YOUR COMPUTER Folder and File Contents • Parent Folder Contents: All files used by the digital camera • Card Browser Main File Contents:Template for card browser, which is used for viewing image previews with a web browser • Management File Contents: Information about folder management, image sequence, etc.
USING CompactFlash CARDS WITH YOUR COMPUTER Personal Computer • This camera uses management files to manage the sequence and attributes of image files. Because of this, adding files, deleting files, changing management file contents, or changing file sequence and attributes with your computer can cause panorama images to become ungrouped. It can also result in slower image scrolling on the camera.
USING CompactFlash CARDS WITH YOUR COMPUTER 3. Use [왔] and [왖] to select the Format and then press . There are four Card Browser formats. Type1 ........ This is a powerful format that provides detailed information about each image and also includes a Slide Show feature. Type2 ........ This format is a viewer with a Slide Show feature. Type3 ........ This format shows information about each image. You should be able to use it with any browser, regardless of version. Type4 ........
USING CompactFlash CARDS WITH YOUR COMPUTER • This camera generates a Card Browser file whenever you turn off power. When the card in the camera contains a large number of files, it may take some time for the file generation operation to be performed. You can turn off the Card Browser feature if you do not want a file generated each time you turn off camera power. How to use the HTML file Viewing HTML File Contents Load the CompactFlash card into a card slot of your computer (page E-106).
USING CompactFlash CARDS WITH YOUR COMPUTER Saving an HTML File File name Image information Image Image Information File size (KB) Resolution (pixels) Quality Recording mode AE Light metering Shutter speed Aperture stop Exposure comp Focusing mode Flash mode Sharpness Saturation Contrast White balance Digital zoom Date Model Click Index to return to the image list.
TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Power Supply Action 3. Wrong AC adapter 1. Correctly load a battery (page E-41). 2. Replace the battery with a new one (page E-41). 3. Use only the specified AC adapter or AC adapter/charger. 1. Auto Power Off 2. Low battery power 1. Turn power back on. 2. Replace the battery with a new one (page E-41). Battery is about to go dead. Replace the battery with a new one (page E-41). No recording when shutter button is pressed 1.
TROUBLESHOOTING Recording Symptom Probable Cause Action The recorded image is out of focus. The focus setting is not correct. Make sure the subject you want to focus is within the Auto Focus Frame when you record the image. Power failure during selftimer operation Low battery power Replace the battery with a new one (page E-41). Monitor screen image is out of focus. 1. Failure to focus the image while the camera is in the Manual Focus Mode. 2.
TROUBLESHOOTING Probable Cause Action 1. Reflection from sunlight or light from another source 2. Image quality setting 1. Reorient the camera so that light is not shining directly into lens. 2. Use the REC Menu to change to a higher image quality for recording. No [왘]/[왗] button operation during nine-page display Button operation during page change Wait until an image is on the monitor screen before performing a button operation. Cannot find an image.
Other TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Probable Cause Action Cannot select items in the PLAY Menu. Some functions are not available for playback of certain types of images. Select a different function or change to the REC Mode. No buttons or switches operate. • Malfunction due to static electrical charge or strong impact. Camera is connected to a computer. Remove batteries and disconnect the AC adapter if you are using one. Restore power and turn the camera on.
MESSAGES Can’t play PANORAMA MESSAGES 3. Use [왔] and [왖] to select “Yes”, and then press . • Select MENU if you want to abort the reformat procedure without deleting anything. • Completion of the format operation is indicated by the message “NO IMAGE” appearing on the monitor screen. This message also indicates that the memory card was formatted successfully. This message appears when there is not enough memory to perform panorama recording.
MESSAGES RECORD ERROR This message appears when the image you are trying to record cannot be compressed for some reason. Try changing the angle of the camera to the subject. REPLACE BATTERY! Battery power is low. Camera power turns off automatically shortly after this message appears. There are no images No images are stored in memory card.
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Description ......................... Digital camera Image Deletion ................... Currently Selected image; Single image; all images in a folder; all images in memory (with image protection) Model .................................. QV-3EX Recorded Image File Format ......................... Still images (including panoramas): JPEG (Exif. Ver. 2.1), DCF standard (Design rule for Camera File system), DPOF compatible, Movies: AVI Recording Medium ............
SPECIFICATIONS White Balance .................... Automatic, fixed (4 modes), manual switching Self-timer ............................ 10 seconds, 2 seconds Built-in Flash Flash Modes: ................... AUTO, OFF, ON, Red eye reduction Flash Range: ................... Approximately 0.7 to 3 meters (2.3´ to 9.8´) Recording Functions ........
SPECIFICATIONS • This camera does not have a separate battery to power its clock. Clock settings are cleared whenever power to the camera is cut off (by the battery going dead while the camera is not connected to AC power outlet with the AC adapter) for about 48 hours. After power is resumed, either by loading a fresh battery or connecting to an AC power outlet, you will have to set the correct time and date again.
