INSTRUCTION MANUAL
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for purchasing this Konica Minolta product. Please take the time to read through this instruction manual so you can enjoy all the features of your new digital camera. Check the packing list before using this product. If any items are missing, immediately contact your camera dealer.
FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE Lithium-ion batteries This camera operates on a small, but powerful lithium-ion battery. Misuse or abuse of the lithium-ion battery can cause damage or injury through fire, electric shock, or chemical leakage. Read and understand all warnings before using the battery. DANGER • Do not short, disassemble, damage, or modify the battery. • Do not expose the battery to fire or high temperatures over 60°C (140°F). • Do not expose the battery to water, or moisture.
GENERAL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS Read and understand the following warnings and cautions for safe use of the digital camera and its accessories. WARNING • Only use the battery specified in this manual. • Only use the specified charger or AC adapter within the voltage range indicated on the unit. An inappropriate adapter or current may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock. • Only use the charger power cord in the sales region for which it was designed.
• Do not use these products in a humid environment, or operate them with wet hands. If liquid enters these products, immediately remove the battery or unplug the product, and discontinue use. The continued use of a product exposed to liquids may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock. • Do not use these products near inflammable gases or liquids such as gasoline, benzine, or paint thinner. Do not use inflammable products such as alcohol, benzine, or paint thinner to clean these products.
CAUTION • Do not use or store these products in a hot or humid environment such as the glove compartment or trunk of a car. It may damage the camera, charger, and battery which may result in burns or injuries caused by heat, fire, explosion, or leaking battery fluid. • If the battery is leaking, discontinue use of the product. • The camera, charger, and battery temperature rises with extended periods of use. Care should be taken to avoid burns.
The following marks may be found on the product: This mark on your camera certifies that this camera meets the requirements of the EU (European Union) concerning interference causing equipment regulations. CE stands for Conformité Européenne (European Conformity). This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. FCC Compliance Statement Declaration on Conformity Responsible Party: Konica Minolta Photo Imaging U.S.A. Inc.
TABLE OF CONTENTS The getting up and running section covers how to prepare the camera for use. It contains important information about power supplies and memory cards. The basic operation of this camera is covered in the recording - basic operation section between pages 22 and 30, and the playback - basic operation section between pages 32 and 34. Read the datatransfer mode section in its entirety before connecting the camera to a computer or printer.
Display button - recording mode .............................................................................................27 Flash modes ............................................................................................................................28 Flash range - Automatic operation ..........................................................................................29 Flash signals.........................................................................................................
Resize ....................................................................................................................................57 DPOF ....................................................................................................................................58 Protect ....................................................................................................................................60 Slide show ............................................................................
USB-transfer mode...............................................................................................................................83 System requirements...............................................................................................................83 Connecting the camera to a computer ....................................................................................84 Connecting to Windows 98 and 98SE............................................................................
NAMES OF PARTS * This camera is a sophisticated optical instrument. Care should be taken to keep these surfaces clean. Please read the care and storage instructions in the back of this manual (p. 99). Shutter-release button Start-up / Self-timer lamp (p. 42, 66) Viewfinder window* Flash (p. 28) Speaker Lens cover / Main switch Lens* Microphone Tripod socket Battery/Card chamber door (p.
Viewfinder* Indicator lamp Playback button (p. 32) Delete button (p. 31) Controller Zoom buttons (p. 23) Strap eyelet (p. 20) LCD monitor* Mode button Menu button Set / Display button (p.
GETTING UP AND RUNNING CHARGING THE BATTERY Before the camera can be used, the lithium-ion battery must be charged. Before charging the battery, read the safety warnings on pages 3 through 6. Only recharge the battery with the supplied battery charger. The battery should be recharged before each shooting session. See page 100 for battery care and storage. Plug the power cord into the charger unit (1). Plug the other end of the cord into a live household outlet.
INSERTING A BATTERY This digital camera uses one NP-600 lithium-ion battery. Before using the battery, read the safety warnings on page 3 of this manual. When replacing the battery, the camera should be turned off. 1 Slide the battery-chamber door toward the side of the camera to release the safety catch (1). Open the door. Insert the battery (2). Close the battery-chamber door (3) and slide it toward the camera to engage the safety catch.
BATTERY-CONDITION INDICATOR This camera is equipped with an automatic battery-condition indicator. It is displayed in the bottom left corner of the LCD monitor when the camera is on. Full-battery indicator - the battery is fully charged. Low-battery indicator - battery power is low. The battery should be recharged as soon as possible. If power is insufficient for camera operation, the indicator lamp next to the viewfinder blinks. The monitor will not turn on. The battery must be recharged.
AC ADAPTER (SOLD SEPARATELY) Always turn off the camera before changing between power supplies. The AC adapter allows the camera to be powered from a household outlet. The AC adapter is recommended when the camera is interfaced with a computer or during periods of heavy use. AC adapter model AC-9U is for use in North America, Taiwan and Japan; AC-9GB is for the United Kingdom and Hong Kong; AC-9C is for China; AC-9E is for use in all other areas.
INSTALLING AND REMOVING A MEMORY CARD Always turn off the camera and confirm the viewfinder lamp is out before changing the memory card, otherwise the card may be damaged, and data lost. An SD Memory card, MultiMediaCard, or Memory Stick must be inserted for the camera to operate. If a card has not been inserted, a no-card warning appears on the LCD monitor. 1 Slide the battery-chamber door toward the side of the camera to release the safety catch (1). Open the door.
ABOUT MEMORY CARDS The response time during recording and playback is longer with MultiMediaCards compared with SD Memory Cards. This is not a defect, but rather due to the specifications of the cards. When using large capacity cards, some operations like deletion may take longer. The SD Memory Cards and Memory Sticks have a write- SD protect switch to prevent image data from being deleted. Memory However, when the card is protected, images cannot be Card recorded.
TURNING THE CAMERA ON AND OFF Slide the lens cover in the direction indicated to turn on the camera; the lens extends automatically. Do not touch or hinder the lens while it is extending. To turn off the camera, push the cover toward the lens; the lens retracts automatically. The cover can be closed when the lens has completely retracted into the body. ATTACHING THE STRAP Always keep the strap around your neck in the event that the camera is accidentally dropped.
SETTING THE LANGUAGE, DATE, AND TIME After initially inserting a memory card and charging the battery, the menu language and the camera’s clock and calendar must be set on the setup menu. 1 2 JAPANESE ENGLISH FRANCAIS DEUTSCH ITALIANO ESPAÑOL CHINESE Use the up/down keys to select the language. Press the set / display button to continue. A confirmation screen will open. Use the left/right keys to select “Yes.” “No” returns to the previous screen.
RECORDING MODE - BASIC OPERATION This section covers basic recording operation. To prepare the camera for use, read pages 14 through 21. HANDLING THE CAMERA While using the viewfinder or LCD monitor, grip the camera firmly with your right hand while supporting the camera body with your left. Keep your elbows at your side and your feet shoulder-width apart to hold the camera steadily. Take care not to cover the lens, or flash with your fingers or the strap. LCD MONITOR DISPLAY Flash signal (p.
USING THE ZOOM LENS This camera is equipped with a 5.6 - 16.8mm zoom lens. This is equivalent to a 34 102mm lens on a 35mm camera. The effect of the optical zoom is visible in both the viewfinder and LCD monitor. To zoom in on the subject, push the tele zoom button. To zoom out, push the wide zoom button. The digital-zoom function can increase the power of the lens. The digital zoom is activated in the setup menu (p. 75).
BASIC RECORDING OPERATION Place the subject within the AF area. The focus-lock function (p. 25) can be used with off-center subjects. If the subject is closer than 1m (3ft.) at the zoom lens’ wide-angle position or 3m (10ft) at the telephoto position, only use the LCD monitor to frame the subject. 1 Press the shutter-release button partway down (1) to lock the focus and exposure.
FOCUS LOCK The focus-lock function is used when you want to compose the image with the subject off-center and outside the AF area. Focus lock may also be used when a special situation prevents the camera from focusing on the subject (p. 26). This function is controlled with the shutter-release button. Place the subject within the AF area. Press and hold the shutter-release button partway down and wait until the focus signal appears and viewfinder indicator lamp glows to indicate focus is locked.
FOCUS SIGNALS This digital camera has a quick, accurate autofocusing system. The monitor focus signal and viewfinder indicator lamp indicates the focus status. The shutter can be released regardless if the camera can focus on the subject or not. Focus confirmed - the monitor focus signal and viewfinder indicator lamp glow. Focus is locked. Cannot focus - the focus signal and indicator lamp blink. Focus signal SPECIAL FOCUSING SITUATIONS The camera may not be able to focus in certain situations.
DISPLAY BUTTON - RECORDING MODE The display button (1) controls the LCD monitor display. The display cycles to the next format each time the button is pressed: standard display, live image only, and monitor off. Monitor off Standard display 1 Live image only Battery power can be conserved by turning the monitor off and using the viewfinder to take pictures. However, because of parallax, the monitor should be used for subjects closer than 1m (3ft.
FLASH MODES The flash can be used when taking still images. To select the flash mode, press the right key of the controller (1) until the appropriate mode is displayed. The active flash mode is displayed in the top left corner of the LCD monitor. 1 Autoflash - the flash fires automatically in low-light conditions. Fill flash - the flash fires with each exposure regardless of the amount of ambient light. Fill-flash can be used to reduce harsh shadows caused by strong direct light or sunshine.
FLASH RANGE - AUTOMATIC OPERATION The camera automatically controls the flash output. For well-exposed images, the subject must be within the flash range. Because of the optical system, the flash range is not the same at the lens’ wide-angle position as it is at the telephoto position. The flash range can be changed with camera sensitivity (ISO), see page 47. Wide-angle position 0.5m ~ 3.0m ( 1.6ft ~ 9.8ft) Telephoto position 0.8m ~ 1.7m ( 2.6ft ~ 5.
MACRO MODES Macro focusing is selected by pressing the left key of the controller (1). To select Super Macro, first zoom the lens to the maximum telephoto position and then select the appropriate mode with the controller. The active mode is displayed in the top left corner of the LCD monitor. 1 The minimum subject distance changes with the zoom position of the lens. Super Macro is only available at the telephoto position of the lens. Wide-angle position 5cm (2.
DELETING IMAGES Images can be erased in the recording or playback modes. To delete a file, press the delete button. DELETE Use the up / down keys of the controller to select the delete option. CANCEL ONE SELECT Press the set button to continue. ALL If the select option was selected, the frame selection screen opens. Select the image(s) to be deleted by placing the red frame on the index thumbnail and pressing the set button; a yellow frame indicates selection.
PLAYBACK - BASIC OPERATION Images are viewed in the playback mode. This section covers the basic playback operation. The playback mode has additional functions, see page 52. Press the playback button to view recorded images. Images can be viewed directly from the recording mode or when the lens cover is closed. To cancel the playback mode, press the playback button. If the lens cover is open, pressing the shutter-release button also cancels the playback mode when a still image is displayed.
VIEWING IMAGES In playback mode, use the left/right keys of the controller (1) to scroll through the images on the memory card. To delete a file, see page 31. 1 DISPLAY BUTTON - PLAYBACK Pressing the display button switches between the standard display and the image-only display. Image information can only be displayed with the standard display. ENLARGED PLAYBACK An image can be enlarged; maximum magnification depends on image size. To enlarge the displayed image, press the telephoto zoom button (1).
INDEX PLAYBACK To view the recorded images in a 9-frame index, press the wide-angle zoom button (1). The images are grouped by the memory card which is indicated on the first frame of the group. The frame number of the image is displayed. 1 The controller moves the red border among the images. Press the set button, telephoto zoom button, or shutter-release button to display the framed image in the single-frame playback mode.
MOVIE RECORDING This camera can record 320x240 digital movies with audio at approximately 180KB/s. Select the movie mode with the mode button, see the previous page. The digital zoom cannot be used and the monitor cannot be turned off. Place the subject in the center of the monitor and press the shutter-release button partway down to lock focus (1). Press the shutter-release button all the way down and release to begin recording.
NAVIGATING THE RECORDING MENUS Navigating the menu is simple. The menu button turns the menu on. The controller moves the cursor and changes settings on the menu. For information on the setup menu, see page 62. To change modes, see page 34. To activate the menu, press the menu button. The menu varies depending on the mode selected (p. 34). Use the left/right keys of the controller to scroll through the menu options. The option name is displayed on the monitor.
Auto recording Color mode, p. 39 Drive mode, p. 40 Image size and quality, p. 41 Memory priority, p. 39 Self timer, p. 42 Scene selection Scene selection, p. 38 Drive mode, p. 40 Image size and quality, p. 41 Memory priority, p. 39 Self timer, p. 42 Movie / audio recording Recording mode, p. 44 Exposure compensation, p. 43 White balance, p. 46 Memory priority, p. 39 Self timer, p. 42 Manual recording Exposure modes, p. 48 Drive modes, p. 40 Image size and quality, p. 41 Memory priority, p.
SCENE SELECTION In the scene-selection recording mode, the camera settings can be optimized to certain subjects with the menu. See page 34 on how to change the camera mode. On the scene-selection menu, select the appropriate sceneselection setting. See page 36 for information on menu operation. Portrait - optimized to reproduce warm, soft skin tones and a slight defocusing of the background.
COLOR MODE In the auto and manual recording modes, the color mode can be changed with the menu. The color mode controls if the picture is color or black and white. See page 34 on how to change the camera mode. On the auto or manual recording menu, select the appropriate color mode; the live image changes accordingly. See page 36 for information on menu operation. Standard color - for standard color images. The camera’s initial setting. Sepia - for warm tone monochrome images.
DRIVE MODES The drive mode controls the rate and method still images are captured. The drive mode is set in the auto, scene selection, and manual recording menus. See page 36 for information on menu operation. Single shutter - to take a single image each time the shutter-release is pressed. Continuous shutter - to record three consectutive images when the shutterrelease button is pressed and held. Auto bracket: exposure - to make a three-image exposure bracket. Only available in the manual recording mode.
IMAGE SIZE AND QUALITY Changing image size and quality affects the number of pixels in each image as well as the compression rate. Image quality and size are set in the auto, scene selection, and manual recording menus; see page 36 for menu operation. Pixel dimensions (hor. x vert.
SELF TIMER The self timer is used for self-portraits. It delays the release of the shutter or the start of a movie or audio recording by 10 or 3 seconds. The self timer is available in all recording menus. See page 36 for menu operation. When set, an indicator is displayed on the monitor. Set the camera on a tripod and confirm the subject will be within the AF area when the shutter releases; focus is determined just before the exposure. Press the shutterrelease button all the way down to start the timer.
EXPOSURE COMPENSATION The camera exposure can be adjusted to make the final picture lighter or darker by as much as ±2.0Ev in 1/3Ev increments in the movie/audio and manual recording modes. Exposure compensation is set on the menu. When set to any value other than 0.0, the exposure-compensation value remains on the monitor as a warning. On the movie/audio or manual recording menu, select the degree of exposure compensation; the live image reflects the changes. See page 36 for menu operation.
MOVIE/AUDIO RECORDING MODE In the movie/audio recording mode, the menu is used to switch between the movie, audio, and audio-caption options. See page 36 for menu operation. The selected mode is displayed in the lower left corner of the monitor. Movie recording, p. 35 Audio recording, p. 44 Audio caption, p. 45 AUDIO RECORDING This camera can record audio at approximately 8KB/s in the movie/audio recording mode. To select the recording mode, see page 34.
AUDIO CAPTION This camera can add an audio track to a still image in the movie/audio recording mode. To select the recording mode, see page 34. Audio caption is selected with the menu, see page 36 and 44. Use the left/right keys of the controller to display the still image to which the audio track is to be added. AUDIO CAPTION Press the shutter-release button all the way down and release to begin recording.
WHITE BALANCE White balance is the camera’s ability to make different types of lighting appear neutral. One automatic and four preset white-balance setting are available in the movie/audio and manual recording modes. White balance is set on the menu. On the movie/audio or manual recording menu, select the white-balance option; the live image reflects the changes. See page 36 for menu operation. Auto white balance - compensates for the color temperature of a scene automatically.
CAMERA SENSITIVITY (ISO) The sensitivity of the camera can be changed in the manual recording mode with the menu. To change recording modes, see page 34. On the manual recording menu, select the camera sensitivity setting. See page 36 for menu operation. If a manual ISO setting is selected, an indicator is displayed on the monitor. Five camera sensitivity settings can be selected with a still image.
EXPOSURE MODES The exposure mode can be changed in the manual recording mode with the menu. To change recording modes, see page 34. On the manual recording menu, select the exposure mode. See page 36 for menu operation. An indicator is displayed at the top of the monitor to show the active mode. Program - the exposure is determined automatically by the camera. Aperture priority - the photographer specifies the aperture, the camera selects the corresponding shutter speed for the exposure.
Press the down key to select between two apertures; the apertures vary with the zoom position. When the shutter-release button is pressed partway down, the shutter speed used for the exposure is displayed. To set other functions with the controller, press the up key; the aperture value turns gray. Manual exposure When the exposure display in the top right corner of the monitor is gray, the controller can be used to change the flash mode (p. 28), macro mode (p. 30), and white balance (p. 46).
FOCUS MODES The focus mode can be changed in the manual recording mode with the menu. To change recording modes, see page 34. On the manual recording menu, select the focus mode. See page 36 for menu operation. An indicator is displayed on the monitor if a manual focus mode is selected. The fixed focus modes can be used when a special focusing situation is preventing the autofocus system from focusing (p. 26).
AUTOFOCUS AND AUTOEXPOSURE LOCK In the manual recording mode, the autofocus (AF) and autoexposure (AE) can be locked individually and used for multiple images. Press and hold the shutter-release button partway down. The focus signal and shutter speed and aperture display should appear on the monitor. Press the left controller key to lock the focus; the AF lock indicator appears on the monitor. Press the up controller key to lock the exposure; the AE lock indicator appears on the monitor.
PLAYBACK - ADVANCED OPERATION The basic functions in this mode are described in the basic playback section on pages 32 through 34. This section covers how to playback movie clips and audio tracks, and delete audio captions as well as the advanced functions on the playback menu. PLAYING BACK MOVIES AND AUDIO Movie clips (p. 35) and audio tracks (p. 44, 45) can be played back in the playback mode.
DELETING AUDIO CAPTIONS Audio captions (p. 45) can be erased in the playback mode. Display the file with the audio caption and press the delete button. Use the up / down keys of the controller to select the delete option. The audio option erased the audio caption and the audio & image option deletes the image and audio file. DELETE AUDIO CAPTION CANCEL AUDIO Press the set button to continue. AUDIO & IMAGE Use the left/right keys to highlight “YES.” “NO” cancels the delete operation.
NAVIGATING THE PLAYBACK MENU Navigating the menu is simple. The menu button turns the menu on. The controller moves the cursor and changes settings on the menu. The set button executes menu operations. Function options. To change the option, highlight it and press the set button. Playback menu functions Execute tab. Highlight the tab and press the set button to start the operation. To activate the menu, press the menu button.
FRAME-SELECTION SCREEN When using the select function option, the frame selection screen appears. Use the controller to move the red border around the file to be selected. Press the set button to select the file; a yellow border indicates selected files. If the frame is marked with a yellow border, pressing the set button again clears the border deselecting the image. The following indicators may be displayed: Movie file Audio caption Audio recording Repeat until all required files are selected.
COPY & MOVE Files can be copied and moved between memory cards. Two memory cards must be in the camera to select this playback menu option. Before copying or moving files, confirm that the destination card has sufficient free memory. Use the up/down keys to select function options and press the set button to change the option. See navigating the playback menu section on how to use the menu (p. 54). To copy selected files. To move selected files. To copy or move all files on a card.
A confirmation screen opens. Use the left/right keys to highlight “Yes.” “No” cancels the operation. Press the set button to complete the operation. COPY? YES NO If the destination card runs out of memory when files are being copied or moved, the memory-full message is displayed. Confirm which files were copied or moved and repeat the operation with a new destination card.
DPOF The DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) allows direct printing of still images from digital cameras. After creating the DPOF file, take the memory card to a photofinishing service or insert it into the memory-card slot of a DPOF compatible printer. Use the up/down keys to select function options and press the set button to change the option. See navigating the playback menu section on how to use the menu (p. 54). To print the date and time of recording with the images. To cancel the date and time print.
If the select option was specified, the frame-selection screen opens. Select the image(s) to be printed by placing the red frame on the index thumbnail and pressing the set button; a yellow frame indicates selection. Use the zoom buttons to select the numbers of copies; the number of copies is displayed in the top left corner of each index frame. Reduce the number of copies to zero to deselect the image. Highlight the “OK” frame and press the set button to continue.
PROTECT Important files can be protected. A protected file cannot be erased by any of the camera’s delete functions. However, the formatting function (p. 64) will erase all files on a memory card whether protected or not. Use the up/down keys to select function options and press the set button to change the option. See navigating the playback menu section on how to use the menu (p. 54). All Select Reset To protect all or multiple files or cancel the protection on existing files.
A confirmation screen opens. Use the left/right keys to highlight “Yes.” “No” cancels the operation. Press the set button to complete the operation. PROTECT? YES NO Protected files are displayed with the protect indicator. SLIDE SHOW Each file on the memory cards are displayed automatically in order for approximately two seconds. Highlight the OK tab. Press the set button to continue the operation.
SETUP MENU NAVIGATING THE SETUP MENU The setup menu can be opened from either the recording menu or playback menu. From the recording mode - press the mode button (1). Use the up/down keys of the controller (2) to select the setup mode. Press the set button (3) to open the menu. From the playback mode - press the mode button (1) to open the menu. The left/right keys of the controller scrolls through the playback menu sections. The section name is displayed on the monitor.
Format To format a memory card in the camera (p. 64). To set up camera displays. Monitor Monitor adjustment, 65 Start-up LED, 66 Monitor on/off, 67 Information display, 66 Instant playback, 67 To set up recording mode preferences. Rec. set Sound Custom, 68 AE metering mode, 73 File number memory, 74 Digital zoom, 75 Red-eye reduction, 74 To turn the sounds used in the camera’s audio signal on and off (p. 76). To set up basic camera operations.
FORMAT When a memory card is formatted, all data on the card is erased. The formatting function is used to erase all data on a memory card. Before formatting a memory card, copy the data to a computer or storage device. Protecting images do not prevent them from being deleted when the card is formatted. Always format the memory card using the camera; never use a computer to format a card. See navigating the setup menu section on how to open and use the menu (p. 62).
ADJUSTING THE MONITOR The monitor brightness and color can be adjusted with the setup menu. See navigating the setup menu section on how to open and use the menu (p. 62). Use the left/right controller keys to select the monitor menu section. Use the up/down keys to select the monitor adjustment option. Press the set button to continue. Use the up/down keys of the controller to select the brightness (white box), red, green, or blue channel. For more on color, see page 72. MONITOR ADJ.
START-UP LED Start-up LED The start-up LED glows when the camera is turned on. The LED can be turned on and off with the setup menu. See navigating the setup menu section on how to open and use the menu (p. 62). Use the left/right controller keys to select the monitor menu section. Use the up/down keys to select the start-up LED option. Press the set button to turn the LED on or off; the menu indicator changes.
MONITOR ON/OFF In the recording mode, if the monitor display setting is off; the monitor will briefly turn on when the camera is turned on. The monitor activates during playback and when using menus. The monitor can be turned on and off with the set/display button (p. 27). See navigating the setup menu section on how to open and use the menu (p. 62). Use the left/right controller keys to select the monitor menu section. Use the up/down keys to select the monitor off/on option.
CUSTOM The custom option allows the functions on the manual recording menu to be edited. Camera operation can be customized to control image quality, refer to the next section. See navigating the setup menu section on how to open and use the menu (p. 62). Use the left/right controller keys to select the rec. set menu section. Use the up/down keys to select the custom option. Press the set button to continue. Use the controller to select the option to be added or removed from the manual recording menu.
CUSTOM SETUP On the manual recording menu, adjustments to flash exposure, saturation, contrast, sharpness, and color can be saved to two memory registers when activated with the setup menu (p. 68). The shutter speed limit can also be specified. See navigating the recording menu section on how to open and use the menu (p. 36).
Flash compensation Flash compensation increases or decreases the flash exposure of the flash in reference to the ambient exposure by as much as ±1 Ev. See page 82 for more on Ev. See pages 68 and 69 for more on custom functions. Flash compensation is set on the manual recording menu. Positive compensation No compensation Negative compensation No flash When using fill-flash to reduce harsh shadows caused by direct sunlight, flash compensation changes the ratio between the highlights and shadows.
Sharpness Sharpness accents or softens details in an image in five levels. Any changes made are applied to the live image, but may be difficult to see. However, when viewed with a computer, the changes are evident. See pages 68 and 69 for more on custom functions. Sharpness is set on the manual recording menu. Decreased sharpness Increased sharpness Normal Shutter-speed limit The minimum shutter speed used for automatic exposures can be specified. See pages 68 and 69 for more on custom functions.
RGB color channels The red, green, and blue color channels can be adjusted in five levels. Any changes made are applied to the live image. See pages 68 and 69 for more on custom functions. Color is adjusted on the manual recording menu. AN INTRODUCTION TO COLOR In photography, red, green, and blue are the primary colors. The secondary colors, cyan, magenta, and yellow, are made from combining the primary colors: cyan = blue + green, magenta = blue + red, and yellow = red + green.
AE METERING MODES The AE metering mode controls how light is measured. See navigating the setup menu section on how to open and use the menu (p. 62). Use the left/right controller keys to select the rec. set menu section. Use the up/down keys to select the AE option. Press the set button to switch between center-weighted and spot metering. Center-weighted metering: measures luminance over the entire image area with emphasis to the central region.
FILE-NUMBER MEMORY If file number memory is on, the first image saved has a number one greater than the last file saved regardless of the number of files on the card. If a new card contains an image with a greater file number, the file number of the saved image is one greater than the greatest on the card. If file-number memory is off and the memory card is changed or all files are deleted, the first file saved is assigned a 0001 file number.
The flash indicator shows the use of red-eye reduction. For more on flash modes, see page 28. Autoflash with red-eye reduction Fill flash with red-eye reduction DIGITAL ZOOM The digital zoom increases the magnification of the greatest telephoto setting of the optical zoom by 2X and 3X.
SOUND The sounds used in camera operation can be turned on and off. See navigating the setup menu section on how to open and use the menu (p. 62). Use the left/right controller keys to select the sound menu section. Use the up/down keys to select the sound option. Press the set button to turn the option on and off. The beep is for the self-timer countdown and warnings. The sound effect is for the focus signal and when the camera is turned on. The shutter sound is used when a picture is taken.
USB TRANSFER MODE The USB transfer mode must be specified depending on whether images are transferred to a computer or printed directly. The data-storage option must be selected to transfer data from the camera to a computer or when using the DiMAGE Viewer software. The PictBridge option allows images to be printed directly from the camera with a PictBridge compatible printer (p. 92). See navigating the setup menu section on how to open and use the menu (p. 62).
INITIALIZE This function resets the camera to its default settings. See navigating the setup menu section on how to open and use the menu (p. 62). Use the left/right controller keys to select the basic-setup menu section. Use the up/down keys to select the initialize option. Press the set button to continue. A confirmation screen opens. Use the left/right keys to highlight “Yes.” “No” cancels the operation. Press the set button to complete the operation.
Exposure mode Exposure compensation White balance Camera sensitivity (ISO) Focus mode Movie/audio recording mode Custom Flash compensation Saturation Contrast Sharpness RGB color channels Shutter-speed limit Program 0.0 Auto Auto Autofocus Movie recording Off 0.0 0 0 0 Red, green, and blue channels reset to 0. Autoflash / Fill flash: 1/60. Flash cancel: 1/8 p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p. p.
LANGUAGE The language used in the menus can be changed. See navigating the setup menu section on how to open and use the menu (p. 62). Use the left/right controller keys to select the basic-setup menu section. Use the up/down keys to select the language option. Press the set button to continue. JAPANESE ENGLISH FRANCAIS DEUTSCH ITALIANO ESPAÑOL CHINESE Use the up/down keys to select the language. Press the set button to continue. A confirmation screen will open. A confirmation screen opens.
DATE SETUP The camera’s clock and calendar can be set. See navigating the setup menu section on how to open and use the menu (p. 62). Use the left/right controller keys to select the basic-setup menu section. Use the up/down keys to select the date setup option. Press the set button to continue. Use the up/down keys to select the option to be changed. Use the left/right keys to change the option. The last option sets the date format among year/month/day, day/month/year, and month/day/year.
A SHORT GUIDE TO PHOTOGRAPHY The lens aperture controls not only exposure, but also depth of field; the area between the closest object in focus and the furthest object in focus. The larger the aperture value, the greater the depth of field and the longer the shutter speed needed to make the exposure. The smaller the aperture value, the shallower the depth of field and the faster the shutter speed needed to make the exposure.
USB-TRANSFER MODE Read this section carefully before connecting the camera to a computer. Details on using and installing the DiMAGE Viewer software are found in the supplied software manual. The DiMAGE manuals do not cover the basic operation of computers or their operating systems; please refer to the manual supplied with your computer.
CONNECTING THE CAMERA TO A COMPUTER A fully charged battery should be used when the camera is connected to a computer. The use of the AC adapter (sold separately) is recommended over the use of the battery. For users with Windows 98 or 98SE, read the section on page 85 on how to install the necessary USB driver before connecting the camera to a computer. 1.Insert the memory card into the camera. Confirm the memory-priority option in the recording menu is set to the card type.
CONNECTING TO WINDOWS 98 AND 98 SE The driver needs only to be installed once. If the driver cannot be installed automatically, it can be installed manually with the operating system’s add-new-hardware wizard; see the instructions on the following page. During installation, if the operating system requests the Windows 98 CD-ROM, insert it into the CD-ROM drive and follow the accompanying instructions on the screen. No special driver software is required for other Windows or Macintosh operating systems.
Manual Installation To install the Windows 98 driver manually, follow the instructions in the connecting-the-camera-to-acomputer section on page 84. When the camera is plugged into the computer, the operating system will detect the new device and the add-new-hardware-wizard window opens. Place the DiMAGE Viewer CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. Click “Next.” Choose the recommended search for a suitable driver. Click “Next.” Choose to specify the location of the driver.
The add new hardware wizard will confirm the location of the driver. The letter designating the CDROM drive varies between computers. Click “Next” to install the driver in the system. One of three drivers may be located: MNLVENUM.inf, USBPDR.inf, or USBSTRG.inf. The last window confirms the driver has been installed. Click “Finish” to close the add new hardware wizard. Restart the computer. When the my-computer window is opened, a new removable-disk or G530 drive icon is displayed.
MEMORY CARD FOLDER ORGANIZATION Once the camera is connected to the computer, image and audio files can be accessed by double clicking on icons. Image folders are located in the DCIM folder. To copy images and audio recordings, simply drag and drop the file icon into a location in the computer. G530-SD DCIM Misc The misc. folder contains DPOF print files (p. 58). Files and folders on the memory card can be deleted using the computer.
Image and audio file names begin with “PICT” followed by a four-digit file number and a jpg, avi, or wav extension. Audio files attached to still images have a wav extension and the file number corresponds to their image file. Audio recordings also use the wav extension. When the file number exceeds 9,999, a new folder is created. The first three digits of the folder name increase by one: e.g. from 100KM009 to 101KM009. “KM” stands for Konica Minolta, and 009 indicates a DiMAGE G530 camera.
DISCONNECTING THE CAMERA FROM A COMPUTER Never disconnect the camera when data is being transferred between the camera and computer, Windows 98 / 98 Second Edition Confirm no files are being copied between the camera and computer. Disconnect the USB cable. Windows Me, 2000 Professional, and XP To disconnect the camera, click once on the unplug-or-eject-hardware icon located on the task bar. A small window opens indicating the device to be stopped. Click on the small window to stop the device.
The hardware devices to be stopped is displayed. Highlight the device by clicking on it then click “Stop.” A confirmation screen appears to indicate the devices to be stopped. Clicking “OK” will stop the device. A third and final screen appears to indicate the camera can be safely disconnected from the computer. Close the window and then disconnect the USB cable.
PICTBRIDGE Confirm the USB-transfer mode option in the setup menu is set to PictBridge. Connect the camera to a PictBridge compatible printer using the camera’s USB cable. The larger plug of the cable is connected to the printer. Insert the smaller plug of the cable into the camera; the camera turns on automatically and starts the PictBridge connection. Individual still images can be selected for printing on the PictBridge screen.
Paper size Printer setup 2” x 3” card L 100mmX150mm Postcard 4” x 6” 2L 8” x 10” A4 Letter :move Use the up/down keys of the controller to select the paper size. The options available depend on the printer. The printer-setup option uses the size set with the printer. Press the set button to begin printing. :print Total: 3 2 5M Printing... To cancel the print run once it begins, press the set button. :cancel Total: 3 2 5M Printing finished.
NOTES ON PRINTING ERRORS If a minor problem occurs during printing, such as the paper runs out, follow the procedure recommended for the printer; no action is required for the camera. If a major printer error occurs, press the menu button to end the routine. Refer to the printer manual for the correct procedure for the printer problem. Check the printer settings before starting again and use the PictBridge screen to deselect the images that were printed.
CHANGING THE MEMORY CARD - DATA-TRANSFER MODE Never remove the card when data is being transferred between the camera and computer - the data or memory card may permanently be damaged. Windows 98 and 98 Second Edition 1. Disconnect the USB cable. 2. Change the memory card. 3. Reconnect the USB cable to remake the USB connection. Windows ME, 2000 Professional, and XP 1. 2. 3. 4. Stop the USB connection using the unplug-or-eject-hardware routine (p. 90). Disconnect the USB cable. Change the memory card.
APPENDIX Troubleshooting The section covers minor problems with basic camera operation. For major problems or damage, or if a problem continues to reoccur frequently, contact a Konica Minolta service facility. Problem The camera will not work. Shutter will not release. While using flash, the pictures are too dark. 96 APPENDIX Symptom Nothing displayed on the monitor. Cause Solution The battery is dead. Recharge battery (p. 14). The AC adapter is not connected properly.
Subject is too close. Pictures are not sharp. Make sure the subject is within the autofocus range (p. 25) or use the macro focus mode (p. 30). Green viewfinder indicator lamp blinks. A special situation is preUse the focus-lock function to venting the autofocus sys- focus on an object at the same tem from focusing (p. 26). distance as the subject (p. 25). Pictures are taken indoors or in low-light situations without flash. Slow shutter speeds result in blurred images when the camera is handheld.
REMOVING THE DRIVER SOFTWARE - WINDOWS 1.Insert a memory card in the camera and connect it to the computer with the USB cable. Other devices must not be connected to the computer during this procedure. 2.Right click on the My-computer icon. Select “properties” from the drop-down menu. Windows XP: from the start menu go to the control panel. Click on the performance and maintenance category. Click “System” to open the system properties window. 3.
CARE AND STORAGE Read this section in its entirety to get the best results from your camera. With proper care, your camera will provide years of service. Camera care • Do not subject the camera to shock or impact. • Turn off the camera when transporting. • This camera is neither waterproof nor splashproof. Inserting or removing batteries or the memory card, or operating the camera with wet hands may damage the camera. • When at the beach or near water, take care not to expose the camera to water or sand.
Memory cards SD Memory Cards, MultiMediaCards, and Memory Sticks are manufactured with precision electronic components. The following may cause data loss or damage: • Improper use of the card. • Bending, dropping, or subjecting the card to impact. • Heat, moisture, and direct sunlight. • Static electrical discharge or electromagnetic fields near the card. • Removing the card or interrupting the power supply while the camera or a computer is accessing the card (reading, writing, formatting, etc.).
Before important events and journeys • Check the camera’s operation; take test pictures and purchase spare batteries. • Konica Minolta has no responsibility for any damage or loss incurred by equipment malfunction. Operating temperatures and conditions • This camera has been designed for use in temperatures from 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F). • Never leave the camera exposed to extreme high temperatures, such as in a car parked in the sun, or to extreme humidity.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Number of effective pixels: CCD: Camera sensitivity (ISO): Aspect ratio: Lens construction: Maximum aperture: Focal length: Focusing range: Autofocusing system: Shutter: Shutter speed range: Built-in flash recycling time: Viewfinder: Monitor LCD: Monitor field of view: A/D conversion: Recording media: File formats: Printing output control: Menu languages: 102 APPENDIX 5.0 million 1/2.5-type interline primary-color CCD with a total of 5.4 million pixels.
Battery: Konica Minolta NP-600 lithium-ion battery. Battery performance (recording): Approximately 185 frames: based on the CIPA standard with a NP-600 lithium-ion battery, LCD monitor on, full-size images (5M), normal image compression, no instant playback, no audio, flash used with 50% of the frames. Battery performance (playback): Approximate continuous playback time: 200 min. with NP-600 lithium-ion battery. External power source: AC adapter AC-9 Dimensions: 93.5 (W) X 55.5 (H) X 26.0 (D) mm 3.
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