Konica Minolta Digital Camera Dynax Maxxum 5D User Manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL  
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN  
Thank you for purchasing this Konica Minolta digital camera. Please take the time to read  
through this instruction manual so you can enjoy all the features of your new camera.  
Check the packing list before using this product. If any items are missing, immediately  
contact your camera dealer.  
Maxxum/Dynax digital camera  
Lithium-ion battery NP-400  
Lithium-ion battery charger BC-400  
Wide Strap WS-5  
USB Cable USB-3  
Digital Camera Software CD-ROM  
Camera instruction manual  
Warranty card  
Video Cable VC-500  
This product is designed to work with accessories manufactured and distributed by  
Konica Minolta. Using accessories or equipment not endorsed by Konica Minolta may  
result in unsatisfactory performance or damage to the product and its accessories.  
Only use the battery specified in this manual that are manufactured and distributed by  
Konica Minolta. Beware of counterfeit batteries; the use of these batteries will damage  
the product and may cause fire.  
This manual contains information on products and accessories available at the time of  
printing. To obtain compatibility information on products not contained in this manual,  
contact a Konica Minolta service facility.  
Konica Minolta is a trademark of Konica Minolta Holdings, Inc. Maxxum. Dynax. and DiMAGE are  
trademarks of Konica Minolta Photo Imaging, Inc. Apple, Macintosh, and Mac OS are registered  
trademarks of Apple Computer Inc. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of the Microsoft  
Corporation. The official name of Windows is Microsoft Windows Operating System. Microdrive is a  
trademark of Hitachi Global Storage Technologies. Adobe is a registered trademark of Adobe Systems  
Incorporated. EasyShare is a registered trademark or trademark of the Eastman Kodak Company in  
the United States and other countries. All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered  
trademarks of their respective owners.  
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FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE  
NP-400 LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES  
This camera operates on a 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. Water can corrode or damage the inter-  
nal battery safety devices and cause the battery to overheat, ignite, rupture, or leak.  
• Do not drop or subject the battery to strong impacts. Impacts can damage the internal  
battery safety devices and cause the battery to overheat, ignite, rupture, or leak.  
• Do not store the battery near or in metallic products.  
• Do not use the battery with any other products.  
• Only use the specified charger. An inappropriate charger may cause damage or injury  
through fire or electric shock.  
• Do not use a leaking battery. If fluid from the battery enters your eye, immediately rinse  
the eye with plenty of fresh water and contact a doctor. If fluid from the battery makes  
contact with your skin or clothing, wash the area thoroughly with water.  
• Only use or charge the battery in an environment with ambient temperatures between  
0° and 40°C (32° and 104°F). Only store the battery in an environment with ambient  
temperatures between –20° and 30°C (–4° and 86°F) and a humidity of 45% to 85%  
RH.  
WARNING  
• Tape over the lithium-ion battery contacts to avoid short-circuiting during disposal;  
always follow local regulations for battery disposal.  
• If charging is not completed after the specified period elapses, unplug the charger and  
discontinue charging immediately.  
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GENERAL PRODUCT 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. An inap-  
propriate current may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock.  
• Do not disassemble the camera or charger. Electric shock may cause injury if a high  
voltage circuit inside the product is touched.  
• Immediately remove the battery or unplug the AC adapter and discontinue use if the  
camera is dropped or subjected to an impact in which the interior, especially the flash  
unit, is exposed. The flash has a high voltage circuit which may cause an electric shock  
resulting in injury. The continued use of a damaged product or part may cause injuries  
or fire.  
• Keep the battery, memory card, or small parts that could be swallowed away from  
infants. Contact a doctor immediately if an object is swallowed.  
• Store this product out of reach of children. Be careful when around children not to harm  
them with the product or parts.  
• Do not fire the flash directly into the eyes. It may damage eyesight.  
• Do not fire the flash at vehicle operators. It may cause a distraction or temporary blind-  
ness which may lead to an accident.  
• Do not use the monitor while operating a vehicle or walking. It may result in injury or an  
accident.  
• Do not look at the sun or strong light sources through the viewfinder or lens. It may dam-  
age your eyesight or cause blindness.  
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• 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. The use of inflammable cleaners and solvents may  
cause an explosion or fire.  
• When unplugging the AC adapter or charger, do not pull on the power cord. Hold the  
plug when removing it from an outlet.  
• Do not damage, twist, modify, heat, or place heavy objects on the AC adapter or charg-  
er cord. A damaged cord may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock.  
• If these products emits a strange odor, heat, or smoke, discontinue use. Immediately  
remove the battery taking care not to burn yourself as the battery may become hot with  
use. The continued use of a damaged product or part may cause injuries or fire.  
• Take the product to a Konica Minolta service facility when repairs are required.  
• Handling the cord on this product may expose you to lead, a chemical known to the  
State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash  
hands after handling.  
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CAUTION  
• Do not point a photographic lens directly at the sun. If sunlight is focused on an inflam-  
mable surface, a fire may result. Replace the lens cap when the lens is not in use.  
• 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.  
• Burns may result if the memory card or battery is removed immediately after extended  
periods of use. Turn the camera off and wait for it to cool.  
• Do not fire the flash while it is in contact with people or objects. The flash unit dis-  
charges a large amount of energy which may cause burns.  
• Do not apply pressure to the LCD monitor. A damaged monitor may cause injury, and  
the liquid from the monitor may cause inflammation. If liquid from the monitor makes  
contact with skin, wash the area with fresh water. If liquid from the monitor comes in  
contact with the eyes, immediately rinse the eyes with plenty of water and contact a  
doctor.  
• When using the AC adapter and charger, insert the plug securely into the electrical out-  
let.  
• Do not use electronic transformers or travel adapters with the charger. The use of these  
devices may cause a fire or damage the product.  
• Do not use if the AC adapter or charger cord is damaged.  
• Do not cover the AC adapter or charger. A fire may result.  
• Do not obstruct access to the AC adapter or charger; this can hinder the unplugging of  
the units in emergencies.  
• Unplug the AC adapter or charger when cleaning or not in use.  
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TABLE OF CONTENTS  
Quick start check list ........................................................................................................2  
Before you begin ..............................................................................................................3  
For proper and safe use...................................................................................................4  
Names of parts...............................................................................................................14  
Camera body.......................................................................................................14  
Recording mode display......................................................................................16  
Viewfinder............................................................................................................17  
Getting up and running..................................................................................................18  
Attaching and removing a lens ...........................................................................18  
Attaching the camera strap .................................................................................19  
Diopter adjustment ..............................................................................................19  
Charging the battery............................................................................................20  
Installing and changing the battery .....................................................................21  
Turning on the camera ........................................................................................22  
AC Adapter AC-11 (sold separately) ...................................................................22  
Battery condition indicator...................................................................................23  
Auto power save..................................................................................................23  
Inserting and changing a memory card...............................................................24  
Setting the date and time ....................................................................................26  
Basic recording...............................................................................................................27  
Setting the camera to record images automatically............................................27  
Handling the camera ...........................................................................................27  
Basic recording display .......................................................................................27  
Basic recording operation....................................................................................28  
Focus signals ......................................................................................................29  
Special focusing situations..................................................................................29  
Focus lock ...........................................................................................................30  
Camera-shake warning .......................................................................................30  
Using the built-in flash.........................................................................................31  
Anti-Shake system ..............................................................................................32  
Display button......................................................................................................33  
Basic playback ...............................................................................................................34  
Viewing images ...................................................................................................34  
Rotating images ..................................................................................................34  
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Histogram display................................................................................................35  
Deleting single images ........................................................................................36  
Changing the playback display ...........................................................................37  
Enlarged playback...............................................................................................38  
Advanced recording .......................................................................................................39  
Exposure-mode dial ............................................................................................39  
Digital Subject Programs..........................................................................40  
Auto Recording.........................................................................................41  
Program - P..............................................................................................41  
Aperture priority - A ..................................................................................42  
Shutter priority - S ....................................................................................42  
Exposure control range warnings.............................................................43  
Manual exposure - M ...............................................................................44  
Bulb exposures.........................................................................................45  
Exposure lock - AEL button.................................................................................46  
Slow sync. ...........................................................................................................47  
Spot AF button.....................................................................................................47  
Exposure compensation......................................................................................48  
Depth-of-field preview .........................................................................................49  
AF / MF switch ....................................................................................................49  
Drive modes ........................................................................................................50  
Continuous-advance notes.......................................................................51  
Self-timer notes ........................................................................................51  
Exposure bracketing notes.......................................................................52  
White-balance bracketing notes...............................................................53  
Camera sensitivity (ISO) and Zone Matching .....................................................54  
Camera sensitivity and flash range.....................................................................55  
Function button....................................................................................................56  
AF area.....................................................................................................57  
AF modes.................................................................................................58  
Metering modes........................................................................................59  
Flash compensation .................................................................................60  
Color mode...............................................................................................61  
Digital Effects Control (DEC)....................................................................63  
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White balance......................................................................................................64  
Auto white balance...................................................................................64  
Preset white balance................................................................................65  
Custom white balance..............................................................................66  
Color temperature ....................................................................................67  
A short guide to photography .........................................................................................68  
Light sources and color.......................................................................................69  
What is an Ev?....................................................................................................69  
Recording menu.............................................................................................................70  
Navigating the recording menu ...........................................................................70  
Image size and image quality..............................................................................72  
Instant playback ..................................................................................................74  
Noise reduction ...................................................................................................74  
Flash modes........................................................................................................75  
Wireless/Remote flash .............................................................................76  
Wireless/Remote camera and flash ranges .............................................78  
Flash control........................................................................................................79  
Bracketing order..................................................................................................80  
Recording mode reset.........................................................................................80  
About DiMAGE Master...................................................................................................81  
Playback menu...............................................................................................................82  
Navigating the playback menu............................................................................82  
Frame-selection screen.......................................................................................83  
Delete ..................................................................................................................84  
Format .................................................................................................................85  
View folder...........................................................................................................85  
Lock ..................................................................................................................86  
Index playback format .........................................................................................87  
Slide Show ..........................................................................................................88  
About DPOF........................................................................................................88  
DPOF setup.........................................................................................................89  
Date imprint.........................................................................................................90  
Index print............................................................................................................90  
Cancel print .........................................................................................................90  
Opening the custom & setup menus..............................................................................91  
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Custom menu.................................................................................................................92  
AF / Shutter release priority setup ......................................................................93  
Focus-hold button setup......................................................................................94  
AEL button setup.................................................................................................94  
Control-dial setup ................................................................................................95  
Exposure-compensation setup............................................................................95  
AF illuminator ......................................................................................................96  
Card shutter lock .................................................................................................96  
Lens shutter lock .................................................................................................96  
AF area setup......................................................................................................97  
Monitor display setup ..........................................................................................97  
Recording display setup......................................................................................97  
Playback display setup........................................................................................97  
Setup menu ..................................................................................................................98  
LCD brightness..................................................................................................100  
Transfer mode ...................................................................................................100  
Video output ......................................................................................................101  
Viewing images on a television.........................................................................101  
Audio signals.....................................................................................................102  
Language...........................................................................................................102  
Date and time setup..........................................................................................103  
File number (#) memory....................................................................................103  
Folder name ......................................................................................................104  
Select folder ......................................................................................................104  
New folder .........................................................................................................105  
LCD backlight....................................................................................................105  
Auto power save................................................................................................105  
Menu section memory.......................................................................................106  
Delete confirmation ...........................................................................................106  
Clean CCD ........................................................................................................106  
Reset default .....................................................................................................108  
Accessory notes ...........................................................................................................110  
Lens compatibility ..............................................................................................110  
Lens shadowing.................................................................................................110  
Focal-length conversion.....................................................................................110  
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CCD plane ........................................................................................................110  
Attaching the eyepiece cap................................................................................111  
Viewfinder accessories ......................................................................................111  
Attaching a remote cord.....................................................................................111  
Attaching an accessory flash.............................................................................112  
Flash compatibility .............................................................................................112  
High-Speed Sync. (HSS)...................................................................................112  
PD Flash Adapter PCT-100 ...............................................................................113  
About the battery charger cord..........................................................................113  
Data-transfer mode.......................................................................................................114  
System requirements.........................................................................................114  
Connecting the camera to a computer ..............................................................115  
Connecting to Windows 98 / 98 second edition ................................................116  
Automatic installation..............................................................................116  
Manual installation..................................................................................117  
Auto power save (Data-transfer mode) .............................................................119  
Memory card folder organization.......................................................................120  
Disconnecting the camera from the computer ..................................................122  
Windows 98 / 98 second edition ...........................................................122  
Windows Me, 2000 Professional, and XP..............................................122  
Macintosh ...............................................................................................123  
Changing the memory card (data-transfer mode).............................................124  
Windows 98 / 98 second edition ...........................................................124  
Windows Me, 2000 Professional, and XP..............................................124  
Macintosh ...............................................................................................124  
Removing the driver software - Windows .........................................................125  
PictBridge ..........................................................................................................126  
Notes on printing errors.....................................................................................127  
Navigating the PictBridge menu........................................................................128  
Batch print ..............................................................................................129  
Index print...............................................................................................129  
Paper size ..............................................................................................130  
Layout.....................................................................................................130  
Print quality.............................................................................................131  
Data print................................................................................................131  
DPOF print .............................................................................................131  
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Kodak EasyShare software...............................................................................132  
DiMAGE Master Lite..........................................................................................134  
Troubleshooting............................................................................................................136  
Care and storage..........................................................................................................139  
Camera care......................................................................................................139  
Cleaning ............................................................................................................139  
Storage..............................................................................................................139  
Operating temperatures and conditions............................................................140  
Memory card care and handling........................................................................140  
Batteries ............................................................................................................140  
LCD monitor care ..............................................................................................141  
Copyright ...........................................................................................................141  
Before important events or journeys .................................................................141  
Questions and service.......................................................................................141  
Technical specifications................................................................................................144  
Index  
................................................................................................................146  
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NAMES OF PARTS  
CAMERA BODY  
* 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. 139).  
1. Self-timer lamp (p. 51)  
2. Control dial  
3. Shutter-release button  
4. Exposure-mode dial (p. 39)  
5. Flash* (p. 31)  
10.Remote-control terminal (p. 111)  
11. AF/MF switch (p. 49)  
12.Lens mount  
13.Mirror*  
14.Lens contacts*  
6. White-balance dial (p. 64)  
7. White-balance button (p. 64)  
8. Strap eyelet (p. 19)  
9. Lens release (p. 18)  
15.Depth-of-field preview button (p. 49)  
16.Tripod socket  
17.Battery-chamber release (p. 21)  
18.Battery-chamber door (p. 21)  
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NAMES OF PARTS  
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1. Main switch  
13.Access lamp  
2. Eyepiece sensors*  
3. Viewfinder* (p. 17)  
4. Eyepiece cup (p. 111)  
5. Accessory shoe  
14.Card-slot / USB port / Video-out terminal  
door (p. 24, 115, 101)  
15.Anti-Shake switch (p. 32)  
16.DC terminal (p. 22)  
6. Diopter-adjustment dial (p. 19)  
7. Function button (p. 56)  
17.Controller & Spot-AF button (p. 47)  
18.LCD monitor* (p. 16)  
8. Exposure-compensation button (p. 48) 19.Playback button (p. 34)  
9. Drive-mode button (p. 50) 20.Delete button (p. 36)  
10.Camera-sensitivity (ISO) button (p. 54) 21.Display button (p. 33, 37)  
11. Strap eyelet (p. 19)  
22.Menu button  
12.AE lock button (p. 46)  
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RECORDING MODE DISPLAY  
The recording display shows information  
on camera operation in panels. The  
information displayed varies with the  
functions set.  
As the camera is rotated to a vertical  
position, the display automatically  
rotates to compensate for the camera  
position.  
1. Exposure mode / exposure panel  
2. Flash panel  
3. Ev scale  
4. Color mode / Digital Effects Control / Metering /  
AF area / AF mode / Release priority / Drive  
mode panel  
5. AE lock / battery condition panel  
6. Camera-sensitivity / Zone Matching panel  
7. Image size / quality panel  
8. White-balance panel  
9. Frame counter  
Camera Notes  
The monitor-display setup and recording-display setup custom functions in section 2 of the  
custom menu control the monitor display (p. 97).  
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VIEWFINDER  
Wide focus frame  
Spot AF area (p. 47)  
Local focus areas (p. 57)  
Spot-metering area (p. 59)  
The spot AF area and local focus areas are illuminated briefly to indicate the point of  
focus when the focus is locked.  
1. Flash-compensation indicator (p. 60)  
2. Flash signal (p. 31)  
3. High-speed sync. indicator (p. 112)  
7. Shutter-speed display  
8. Aperture display  
9. Ev scale  
4. Wireless/Remote flash indicator (p. 76) 10.Frames-remaining counter  
5. AE lock indicator (p. 46)  
6. Focus signal (p. 29)  
11. Camera-shake warning (p. 30)  
12.Anti-Shake scale (p. 32)  
The frames-remaining counter indicates the approximate number of frames that can be  
stored in the camera buffer memory while recording. This number changes as images are  
captured and saved to the memory card.  
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GETTING UP AND RUNNING  
This section covers the preparation of the camera. This includes the changing of  
batteries, memory cards, and lenses as well as the use of external power supplies.  
ATTACHING AND REMOVING A LENS  
This camera uses interchangeable lenses. See page 110 for compatible lenses.  
Never touch the inside of the camera, especially the lens contacts and mirror. Do  
not leave the interior of the camera exposed to dust or dirt. Replace the caps on  
the lens and attach the body cap or another lens to the camera as soon as  
possible. Check the body cap or lens is free from dust before mounting.  
Remove the body cap from the camera and the rear cap from  
the lens.  
Align the red mounting index on the lens and  
camera body. Carefully insert the lens into the  
Mounting indices  
mount, then turn it clockwise until it clicks into  
the locked position. Do not insert the lens at an  
angle. If it does not fit, check its orientation with  
the index marks. Never force the lens.  
Press the lens release all the way in and turn the lens counter-  
clockwise until it stops. Carefully remove the lens.  
Lens release  
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ATTACHING THE CAMERA STRAP  
Always keep the camera strap around your neck in the event that you drop the camera.  
1. Pass the tip of the strap through the camera’s strap eyelet from below. Attach the  
strap so the tip comes between the strap and the camera.  
2. Thread the tip of the strap through the holder ring and the inside of the buckle and  
pull to tighten. Leave some slack in the camera strap so the tip may be threaded  
through the buckle easily.  
3. Push the holder ring toward the strap eyelet to secure the strap to the camera. Repeat  
with the other end of the camera strap.  
DIOPTER ADJUSTMENT  
The viewfinder has a built-in diopter that  
can be adjusted between –2.5 to +1.0.  
While looking through the viewfinder, turn  
the diopter-adjustment dial until the  
viewfinder focus frame is sharp.  
The optional Eyepiece Corrector 1000  
series diopters can be used if the  
adjustable viewfinder diopter is not  
sufficient.  
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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 page 4 of this manual. Only recharge the battery  
with the supplied battery charger. The battery should be recharged before each shooting  
session. See page 140 for battery care and storage.  
Plug the power cord into the back of the charger unit (1).  
Plug the other end of the cord into a live household outlet.  
The included AC cord is designed for the current of the  
sales region. Only use the cord in the region it was  
purchased. For more on the AC cable, see page 113.  
With the battery contacts toward the charger, align the  
channels on the bottom of the battery with the tabs on the  
charger unit. Slide the battery into the unit.  
The indicator lamp (2) glows to show the battery is  
charging. The lamp goes out when the battery is charged.  
Charging time is approximately 150 minutes.  
Slide and lift the battery to remove it  
from the charger. Unplug the  
power cord from the outlet.  
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INSTALLING AND CHANGING THE BATTERY  
This digital camera uses one NP-400 lithium-ion battery. Before using the battery, read  
the safety warnings on pages 4 of this manual. When replacing batteries, the camera  
should be off.  
1. Open the battery-chamber door by sliding the battery-chamber release toward the  
back of the camera.  
2. Insert the battery with the battery contacts first. Push the battery into the chamber  
until the battery latch clicks into place.  
3. To remove a battery, slide the battery latch to the side of the battery chamber; the  
battery springs out.  
4. Close the battery-chamber door until it clicks shut.  
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TURNING ON THE CAMERA  
Slide the main switch to the on position to turn on  
the camera. The access lamp glows briefly to  
indicate the power is on. When the camera is  
initially turned on, the date and time should be  
set, see page 26. When not in use, turn the  
camera off to conserve power.  
Camera Notes  
Each time the camera is turned on, it automatically  
focuses the lens to the infinity position, even in manual  
focus. This operation is necessary to ensure proper  
exposures.  
Access lamp  
AC ADAPTER AC-11 (SOLD SEPARATELY)  
The AC Adapter AC-11 allows the camera to be powered from an electrical household  
outlet. The AC Adapter is recommended when the camera is interfaced with a computer  
or during periods of heavy use.  
Always turn off the camera and confirm the  
access lamp is not lit before changing  
between power supplies.  
Open the DC terminal cover from the left. The  
cover is attached to the body to prevent loss.  
Insert the mini plug of the AC adapter into the DC  
terminal.  
Terminal cover  
Insert the AC adapter plug into an electrical outlet.  
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BATTERY CONDITION INDICATOR  
This camera is equipped with an automatic battery-condition  
indicator. When the camera is on, the indicator appears on the  
monitor. The indicator changes from white to red when battery  
power is low. Not all camera functions are available if battery  
power is low. If the monitor is blank, the battery may be  
exhausted.  
Full-battery indicator - the battery is fully charged.  
Low-battery indicator - battery power is low. Recharge the battery.  
Low-battery warning - battery power is very low. Recharge the  
battery.  
When power falls below the level of the low-battery warning, the battery exhausted  
message appears just before the camera shuts down. The camera will not function until  
the battery is recharged.  
AUTO POWER SAVE  
To conserve battery power, the camera shuts down if an operation is not made within  
three minutes. To restore power, press the shutter-release button partway down. The  
length of the auto-power-save period can be changed in section 3 of the setup menu (p.  
105).  
The LCD monitor backlight turns off after five seconds. Press a camera button to restore  
the display. The length of this period can be changed in section 3 of the setup menu (p.  
105).  
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INSERTING AND CHANGING A MEMORY CARD  
Always turn off the camera and confirm the access lamp is not lit before inserting  
or removing a memory card, otherwise the card may be damaged, and data lost.  
A memory card must be inserted for the camera to operate. If a card has not been  
inserted, “----” is displayed in the frame counter. Type I and II CompactFlash cards and  
Microdrives are compatible with this camera.  
1. Slide the card-slot door toward the back of  
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2
5
3
6
the camera to release the safety catch and  
open.  
2. Insert a memory card all the way into the card  
slot. Insert the card so the face is toward the  
front of the camera. Always push the card in  
straight. Never force the card. If the card does  
not fit, check that it is oriented correctly.  
3. Close the card-slot door and slide it toward  
the front of the camera to engage the safety  
catch.  
4. To eject a card, open the card-slot door, and  
press and release the card-eject lever to  
extend it.  
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5. Press the extended card-eject lever to eject  
the card. The card can now be pulled out.  
Take care when removing the card as it  
becomes hot with use. The card-eject lever  
should remain inside the camera body. If it  
extends, push it into the camera.  
6. Insert a new memory card and close the card-  
slot door.  
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If the “Unable to use card, Format?” message appears, the  
card should be formatted with the camera. Use the right/left  
keys of the controller to highlight the yes button. Press the  
central button of the controller to format the card; this can  
take several minutes depending on the card. When a card  
is formatted, all the data on the card is permanently erased.  
Selecting “No” cancels the formatting operation; remove the  
card from the camera. A memory card used in another  
camera may have to be formatted before being used.  
Unable to use card.  
Format?  
Yes  
No  
If the card-error message appears, press the central button of the controller to close the  
window; check the Konica Minolta web site for the latest compatibility information:  
North America  
http://www.konicaminolta.us/  
Europe  
http://www.konicaminoltasupport.com  
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SETTING THE DATE AND TIME  
After initially inserting a memory card and battery, a message opens requesting that  
camera’s clock and calendar be set. Images are recorded with the date and time of  
capture. Depending on the region, the menu language may also have to be set. To  
change the language, see the setup menu section on pages 98 and 102.  
Turn on the camera.  
Navigating the screen is simple. The up/down  
and left/right keys of the controller move the  
cursor and change settings. The central button of  
the controller sets adjustments.  
Use the left and right controller keys to select  
“Yes.” “No” cancels the operation.  
Set date and time?  
Yes  
No  
Press the central button of the controller to  
continue.  
Date/Time set  
2005 .  
Use the left and right keys to select the item to be  
changed. The last item is the date format.  
10 .  
13 : 14  
YYYY/MM/DD  
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Use the up and down keys to adjust the item. The  
date format can be set among year/month/day.  
day/month/year, and month/day/year.  
:sel  
:adj.  
:enter  
Date/Time setup screen  
Press the central button to set the clock and  
calendar.  
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BASIC RECORDING  
SETTING THE CAMERA TO RECORD IMAGES AUTOMATICALLY  
Turn the exposure dial to the auto or program (P)  
position. The camera controls are automatic.  
Auto acts like the program mode, except that many of  
the recording functions are reset each time it is  
selected, see page 41 for more information. Not all  
function are available in auto recording such as the  
color mode and Digital Effects Control. The default  
camera sensitivity (p. 54) is auto for auto recording  
and ISO 100 for program.  
HANDLING THE CAMERA  
Grip the camera firmly with your right hand while supporting  
the body with the palm of your left hand. Keep your elbows at  
your side and your feet shoulder-width apart to hold the  
camera steadily. The use of a tripod or monopod is  
recommended when using the camera in low-light situations or  
when using telephoto lenses.  
BASIC RECORDING DISPLAY  
The viewfinder and monitor show the same indicators used in the basic recording  
operations.  
Aperture  
Shutter-speed  
Flash indicator  
Anti-shake scale  
Focus signal  
Flash signal  
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BASIC RECORDING OPERATION  
Place the subject within the focus frame. The subject  
must be within the focus range of the lens. If using a  
zoom lens, change the focal length to frame the  
subject.  
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Press the shutter release button partway down to  
activate the autofocus and autoexposure systems (1).  
The viewfinder focus signal (A) confirms focus and the  
spot or local AF area (B) is illuminated briefly to indicate  
the point of focus. If the focus signal blinks, repeat the  
procedure.  
The shutter speed (C) and aperture (D) used for the  
exposure are displayed in the viewfinder and on the  
monitor. For information on shutter speeds and ƒ-  
numbers, see pages 43 and 55.  
Press the shutter-release button all the way down (2) to  
take the picture. Press the shutter-release button gently  
so as not to the shake the camera during the exposure.  
2
The recorded image is displayed while the image is  
being saved. Press the shutter-release button partway  
down to cancel the playback. For more on instant  
playback, see page 74.  
The access lamp (E) glows indicating the image data is  
being written to the memory card. Never remove a card  
while data is being transferred.  
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FOCUS SIGNALS  
The viewfinder focus signal indicates the status of the autofocus system. Focusing time  
can be longer with macro or telephoto lenses, or in low-light conditions.  
Focus locked.  
Focus is confirmed (Continuous AF - p. 58).  
Indicator blinks - cannot focus. The shutter is locked.  
Focusing (Continuous AF). The shutter is locked.  
When the camera cannot focus, the subject may be too close or a special focusing  
situation may be preventing the system from focusing. Use focus lock with an object at  
the same distance as the main subject (p. 30), focus the camera manually (p. 49), or  
raise the flash to use the AF illuminator (p. 96).  
Autofocus priority and shutter-release priority can be specified in section 1 of the custom  
menu (p. 93).  
SPECIAL FOCUSING SITUATIONS  
The camera may not be able to focus in certain situations. Use focus lock or manual  
focus.  
The  
composed of repeating focus frame is low in different  
vertical lines. contrast. overlap in the focus area.  
frame.  
subject  
is The subject in the Two  
subjects  
at The subject is near a  
distances very bright object or  
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FOCUS LOCK  
1
The focus-lock function is used when the subject is off-  
center and outside the focus frame. Focus lock may  
also be used when a special focusing situation  
prevents the camera from focusing on the subject.  
Place the subject within the focus frame. Press and  
hold the shutter-release button partway down (1). The  
focus signals indicates that the focus is locked. When  
the focus is set, an AF area is illuminated briefly to  
indicate the point of focus.  
Focus signal  
2
Without lifting your finger from the shutter-release  
button, recompose the subject within the viewfinder.  
Press the shutter-release button all the way down to  
take the picture (2).  
CAMERA-SHAKE WARNING  
If the shutter speed falls below the point where the camera can be hand held safely, the  
camera-shake warning indicator blinks in the viewfinder. Camera shake is slight blurring  
caused by subtle hand motion and is more pronounced with telephoto lenses than wide  
angle. Although the warning appears, the shutter can still be released. If the warning  
appears, place the camera on a tripod or use the built-in flash.  
Camera-shake warning  
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USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH  
The built-in flash is designed to be used with lenses with focal lengths from 18mm or  
longer. When using lenses shorter than 18mm, the corners of the image are not be fully  
illuminated. The lens hood and certain lenses can cause shadowing, see page 110. The  
shutter will not release while the flash is charging.  
To use the flash, simply pull up the unit by the tabs on each  
side. The flash position must be set manually, and once up,  
the flash unit always fires regardless of the amount of  
ambient light. The flash mode is changed with the recording  
menu (p. 75).  
Push down the built-in flash when the camera is not in use.  
The flash is also used as an AF illuminator, see page 96.  
The viewfinder flash signal indicates the status of the flash.  
Signal steady - flash charged and ready to fire.  
Signal blinking - flash output was sufficient for exposure.  
If the flash signal does not blink after taking the picture, the subject was not within the  
flash range. The flash range depends on the aperture used for the exposure. The follow  
chart shows the range when camera sensitivity is set to auto (auto recording) or ISO 100  
(program). See page 55 for the flash range with other camera sensitivity settings.  
Aperture  
f/2.8  
f/3.5  
f/4.0  
f/5.6  
Auto ISO (Auto recording)  
1.4 ~ 8.6m / 4.6 ~ 28ft.  
1.1 ~ 6.8m / 3.6 ~ 22ft.  
1.0 ~ 6.0m / 3.3 ~ 20ft.  
1.0 ~ 4.3m / 3.3 ~ 14ft.  
ISO 100 (Program exposure)  
1.0 ~ 4.3m / 3.3 ~ 14.ft.  
1.0 ~ 3.4m / 3.3 ~ 11.ft.  
1.0 ~ 3.0m / 3.3 ~ 9.8ft.  
1.0 ~ 2.1m / 3.3 ~ 6.7ft.  
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ANTI-SHAKE SYSTEM  
The Anti-Shake system minimizes the affect of camera  
shake, a slight blurring caused by subtle hand motion.  
Camera shake is more pronounced at long focal lengths  
than short ones.  
Anti-Shake is less effective with moving subjects or  
when the camera is panned, with shutter speeds of 1/4  
second or longer, and short object distances. Anti-shake  
is disabled with bulb exposures (p. 45).  
Anti-shake switch  
When the system is active, the Anti-Shake scale in the  
viewfinder glows. Anti-Shake is turned off and on with the  
Anti-shake switch.  
Frame the subject as described in the basic operation  
section. Press the shutter-release button partway down  
to focus and set the exposure.  
The Anti-Shake scale indicates the degree of  
stabilization. The greater the scale displayed, the more  
unstable the image. Confirm the image has stabilized  
with the scale and press the shutter-release button all  
the way down to take the picture.  
Anti-shake cannot be used with some lenses, see page  
110. Turn Anti-Shake off when the camera is mounted on  
a tripod. The metered exposure may change when  
turning this function on and off.  
Anti-shake scale  
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DISPLAY BUTTON  
Press the display button to switch the  
monitor display among full, basic, and off.  
For more on the full display, see page 16.  
Basic  
1. Exposure mode (p. 39)  
2. Shutter speed display  
3. Aperture display  
8. Frame counter (p. 73)  
9. White-balance display (p. 64)  
10.Release priority indicator (p. 93)  
11. AE lock indicator (p. 46)  
4. Image-size display (p. 72)  
12.Battery condition indicator (p. 23)  
13.Color-mode indicator (p. 61)  
14.Camera-sensitivity display (p. 55)  
5. Exposure/Flash compensation  
display (p. 48, 60)  
6. Image-quality display (p. 72)  
7. AF area display (p. 57)  
The full display uses a scale to show the degree of flash and exposure compensation as  
well as the metered exposure value in manual exposure. The basic display uses a  
numerical value.  
Turning off the display conserves battery power.  
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BASIC PLAYBACK  
Images can be viewed in the playback mode. This section covers the basic playback  
functions. The playback mode has additional menu functions, see page 82.  
VIEWING IMAGES  
Press the playback  
button to activate the  
playback mode. To  
return to the recording  
mode, press the  
playback button or the  
shutter-release button.  
The left/right keys of the  
controller and the control  
dial display the recorded  
images.  
Image size (p. 72)  
Image quality (p. 72)  
Time of recording  
Date of recording  
Folder - file number (p. 102)  
Frame number / total number of images  
ROTATING IMAGES  
Press the down key of the controller to rotate a  
displayed image 90° left, 90° right, or horizontally.  
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HISTOGRAM DISPLAY  
To view the histogram of the  
displayed image, press the up  
key. Press the down key to return  
to single-frame playback.  
1. Image size (p. 72)  
2. Image quality (p. 72)  
3. Shutter speed  
10.Flash compensation (p. 60)  
11. White-balance mode (p. 64)  
12.Metering mode (p. 59)  
13.Anti-Shake  
4. Aperture  
5. Exposure mode (p. 39)  
6. Camera sensitivity (ISO) (p. 54)  
7. Histogram  
14.Folder name - file number (p. 120)  
15.Date of recording  
16.Frame number /  
Total number of images  
8. Focal length  
9. Exposure compensation (p. 48)  
The dark area of the histogram shows the luminance distribution of the recorded image  
from black (left) to white (right). Each one of the 256 vertical lines indicates the relative  
proportion of that light value in the image. The histogram can be used to evaluate  
exposure and contrast, but displays no color information.  
Luminance limit display  
Areas of the image approaching the shadow and highlight  
luminance limit are indicated in the image thumbnail. The  
portions of the image which levels are close to 0 and 255 flash.  
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DELETING SINGLE IMAGES  
The displayed image can be deleted. Once  
deleted, an image cannot be recovered.  
To delete a displayed image, press the  
delete button; a confirmation screen  
opens.  
Use the left/right keys to highlight “Yes.”  
“No” cancels the operation.  
Delete this frame?  
Yes No  
Press the controller to execute the  
command on the confirmation screen.  
The camera returns to playback mode.  
Camera Notes  
The camera can play back images on a television set. See page 101 on how to connect the  
camera to a TV with the supplied video cable.  
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CHANGING THE PLAYBACK DISPLAY  
The display button controls the display format. Each  
time the button is pressed, the display cycles through  
to the next format: full display, image only, index  
playback. The index display can be changed in  
section 1 of the playback menu.  
Full display  
Image only  
Index playback  
In index playback, the four-way keys of the controller move the yellow border to the  
adjacent image. When the image is highlighted with the border, the date of recording, the  
lock and printing status, and the frame number of the image are displayed at the bottom  
of the screen. The highlighted image can be deleted using the delete button (p. 36).  
When the display button is pressed again, the highlighted image is displayed in the  
single-frame playback mode. A four, nine, and sixteen image index can be displayed as  
well as a file browser. The index-playback format can be changed in section 1 of the  
playback menu (p. 82, 87).  
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ENLARGED PLAYBACK  
An image can be enlarged  
for closer examination. The  
maximum magnification  
depends on image size  
from 2.4X for small images  
to 4.7X for large images.  
The front control dial  
browses through the  
images.  
Press the enlarge button to  
activate enlarged playback.  
Enlarge button  
Reduce button  
The controller’s four-way keys scroll the  
magnified area.  
The controller’s four-way keys scrolls the magnified area.  
The locator (1) indicates the portion of the image displayed.  
The enlarge and reduce buttons change the magnification.  
:browse  
area  
Press the central button of the controller to switch between  
displaying the entire image area and the magnified image.  
The magnification area (2) shows the portion of the image  
enlarged. The controller’s four-way keys moves the  
magnification area. The enlarge and reduce buttons  
change the size of the area. Press the playback button to  
cancel enlarged playback.  
:browse  
enlarge  
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ADVANCED RECORDING  
This section contains detailed information on the camera’s recording functions and  
operation. Read the sections pertaining to your interest and need.  
EXPOSURE-MODE DIAL  
The exposure-mode dial is used to select the exposure  
modes. Simply turn the exposure dial to the appropriate  
position. See the following sections for more information on  
these modes. The monitor displays the active exposure  
mode.  
Exposure mode  
Exposure control  
Digital Subject Programs (p. 40)  
Portrait  
Auto recording (p. 41)  
Program exposure (p. 41)  
Aperture priority (p. 42)  
Shutter priority (p. 42)  
Manual exposure (p. 44)  
Sports Action  
Landscape  
Sunset  
Night portrait  
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DIGITAL SUBJECT PROGRAMS  
Digital subject programs optimize the camera’s exposure,  
white-balance, and image-processing systems for specific  
conditions and subjects. Simply turn the exposure mode dial to  
select the appropriate subject program.  
Portrait - optimized to reproduce warm, soft skin tones and a slight defocusing of  
the background. Most portraits look best with telephoto lenses; the longer focal  
length does not exaggerate facial features and the shallower depth of field softens  
the background. Use the built-in flash with strong direct sunlight or backlight to  
reduce harsh shadows.  
Sports action - used to capture fast action by maximizing shutter speeds. When  
using a flash, make sure the subject is within the flash range (p. 55). Continuous  
autofocus (p. 58) and continuous-advance drive mode (p. 50) are active. A  
monopod is more flexible and compact than a tripod when shooting events.  
Landscape - optimized to produce sharp, colorful landscapes. Used with bright  
outdoor scenery.  
Sunset - optimized to reproduce rich, warm sunsets. Take care not to look directly  
at the sun when it is above the horizon; your eyesight could be damaged  
permanently.  
Night portrait - for deep, subtle night scenes. When used with flash, the subject  
and background exposures are balanced. Use a tripod to eliminate blurring from  
camera shake. The flash can only be used with close subjects such as with a  
portrait of a person. When using the flash, ask your subjects not to move after the  
burst; long shutter speeds can be used for the background exposure.  
Not all recording functions, such as the color mode and Digital  
Effects Control can be changed when using Digital Subject  
Programs. The use of auto white balance (AWB) is  
recommended when using Digital Subject Programs (p. 64).  
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AUTO RECORDING  
Auto recording is set with the exposure-mode dial. Use this  
exposure mode when wanting fully-automatic exposure  
control. Auto recording operates like the program exposure  
mode, except that when the exposure mode dial is turned to  
the auto-recording position, recording functions are reset to  
their default settings. Not all function are available in auto  
recording such as color mode and Digital Effects Control.  
Functions are reset to: fill-flash or red-eye reduction flash mode, multi-segment metering,  
Auto AF focus mode, wide AF area, single-frame advance drive mode, flash and  
exposure compensation reset, ADI flash control, Auto ISO, large-size images, fine image  
quality, AF priority, noise reduction.  
PROGRAM - P  
Program exposure is set with the exposure-mode dial (p. 39).  
Like auto recording, program controls both the shutter speed  
and aperture required for each exposure. The operation is the  
same as described in the basic recording operation section on  
page 28. However, unlike auto recording, functions set in this  
mode do not reset when the position of the exposure-mode dial  
is changed. The default camera sensitivity for program is ISO  
100.  
Program shift allows adjustment to the shutter-speed/aperture  
combination in 1/3 Ev increments without affecting the total  
exposure. Using the built-in flash cancels program shift.  
Press the shutter-release button partway down until the shutter  
speed and aperture are displayed. Turn the control dial (1) to  
shift the shutter speed and aperture combination; PS is  
displayed for the exposure mode. Program shift can be  
changed between aperture and shutter priority in section 1 of  
the custom menu (p. 92, 95).  
Program shift  
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APERTURE PRIORITY - A  
Aperture priority is set with the exposure-mode dial (p. 39). The  
photographer selects the aperture and the camera sets the  
appropriate shutter speed to ensure correct exposure.  
Turn the control dial (1) to adjust the aperture in 1/3 Ev  
increments. The aperture range depends on the lens. The  
aperture is displayed on the monitor and in the viewfinder.  
Pressing the shutter-release button partway down displays the  
corresponding shutter speed. With the camera sensitivity (ISO)  
set to auto, the shutter speed may not change when the  
aperture is adjusted because the shutter speeds can change in  
fine steps. Press the shutter-release button all the way down to  
take the picture. For information on ƒ-numbers, see page 55.  
SHUTTER PRIORITY - S  
Shutter priority is set with the exposure-mode dial (p. 39). The  
photographer selects the shutter speed and the camera sets  
the appropriate aperture to ensure correct exposure.  
Turn the control dial (1) to adjust the shutter speed between 30  
and 1/4000 second in 1/3 Ev increments. The shutter speed is  
displayed on the monitor and in the viewfinder.  
Pressing the shutter-release button partway down displays the  
corresponding aperture. Press the shutter-release button all  
the way down to take the picture.  
Flash Sync. Speed  
There is a limit to the maximum shutter speed when using the built-in flash. When Anti-Shake is  
on, the maximum shutter speed that can be used is 1/125s. With Anti-Shake off, the flash sync.  
speed is 1/160s. While a faster shutter speed cannot be used, there is no limit to the use of slower  
shutter speeds. Flash range is dependent on the aperture, see page 55.  
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EXPOSURE CONTROL RANGE WARNINGS  
Auto recording, Program, Digital Subject Programs  
If the required exposure is beyond the shutter speed and  
aperture range, the shutter speed and aperture displays blink.  
In bright conditions, use a neutral density filter on the lens, set  
a lower camera sensitivity (ISO), or, if using artificial lights,  
reduce the intensity of the illumination. In dark conditions, use  
the built-in flash or increase the camera sensitivity (ISO).  
Aperture priority  
Shutter priority  
If the required exposure is beyond the shutter speed range, the  
shutter-speed display blinks. Adjust the aperture until the  
display is steady.  
If the required exposure is beyond the aperture range, the  
aperture display blinks. Adjust the shutter speed until the  
display is steady.  
About Shutter Speeds  
The shutter speed used for each exposure is displayed on the monitor and in the viewfinder. The  
following notation is used:  
The reciprocal is used for shutter speeds from 1/4000 second to 1/3 second. 125 is  
1/125 second.  
For shutter speeds of a half a second or longer, a quote mark is used to  
denote whole seconds. 1”5 is one and a half seconds and 15” is fifteen  
seconds.  
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MANUAL EXPOSURE - M  
Manual exposure mode allows individual selection of shutter speeds and apertures. This  
mode overrides the exposure system giving the photographer control over the final  
exposure. Bulb exposures can be made, see below. Manual exposure is set with the  
exposure-mode dial (p. 39).  
1. Turn the control dial to change the shutter  
speed.  
2. Press  
and  
hold  
the  
exposure-  
compensation button and turn the control  
dial to change the aperture.  
The operation to change the aperture and  
shutter speed can be reversed in section  
1 of the custom menu (p. 95).  
3. Press and hold the AEL button and turn  
the control dial to shift the shutter speed  
and aperture without affecting the  
exposure.  
The Ev scale on the monitor and in the viewfinder indicates the difference between the  
set exposure and the exposure determined by the camera meter. Press the shutter-  
release button partway down to activate the meter. The manual metering (M.M.) indicator  
is displayed on the monitor Ev scale.  
The set exposure is 1.0Ev less (–) than the exposure determined  
by the meter.  
The arrow indicates the set exposure is 2.3Ev more (+) or less (–)  
than the exposure determined by the meter.  
The blinking arrow indicates the set exposure is ±2.7Ev or  
greater than the exposure determined by the meter.  
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By pressing and holding the AEL button (1),  
continuous meter readings are displayed on the Ev  
scales. Two indices can be displayed. The fixed index  
shows the meter reading made when the AEL button is  
pressed. The other index shows any changes in the  
metered area.  
The fixed index is in reference to the selected metering  
mode (p. 59). The other index uses the spot metering  
area to determine the reading.  
Spot metering area  
When using flash with manual exposure, the shutter speed cannot exceed the flash-sync  
speed (p. 42). Flash range is dependent on the aperture (p. 55).  
BULB EXPOSURES  
Bulb photographs can be taken in the manual-exposure  
mode (M). The use of a tripod, remote cord, and eyepiece  
cap (p. 111) is recommended. The camera’s exposure  
system cannot be used to calculate bulb exposures. The  
use of a separate light meter is recommended. Anti-Shake  
is disabled.  
1. Set the appropriate aperture required for the exposure.  
2. Decrease the shutter-speed until “BULB” is displayed.  
3. To take the picture, press and hold the shutter-release button for the duration of the  
exposure. Releasing the shutter button ends the exposure.  
The monitor is blank during the exposure and remains blank after the exposure for up to  
30 seconds while noise-reduction processing is applied to the image.  
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EXPOSURE LOCK - AEL BUTTON  
The AE lock button locks the automatic exposure system without activating the AF  
system. This function allows the exposure to be set by a gray card or reference target  
outside the scene. When using flash in the auto recording, P, A, or digital subject program  
exposure modes, slow-shutter sync is active (p. 47). The operation of the AE lock button  
can be changed in section 1 of the custom menu (p. 94).  
Frame the exposure target in the viewfinder depending on the metering  
mode in use (p. 59). Press and hold the AE lock button (1) to lock the  
exposure; the shutter speed and aperture are displayed and the AEL  
indicator is displayed in the viewfinder and on the monitor. Release the  
button to cancel the lock.  
Spot metering area  
While holding the AEL button, place the subject in the focus  
2
frame and press the shutter-release button partway down to  
focus (2). Press the shutter-release button down all the way  
to take the picture.  
The exposure remains locked after the picture is taken if the  
AEL button is not released.  
While the exposure is locked, the camera meter is still  
active. The viewfinder and monitor Ev scale shows the  
difference between the locked exposure and the current  
light level measured with the meter. Spot metering is used.  
AEL indicator  
Ev scale  
When the monitor and viewfinder Ev scale indicates 0, the  
locked exposure shown in the shutter-speed and aperture  
displays is the same as the exposure determined by the  
spot-metering area.  
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The metered area is 1.0Ev less (–) than the locked exposure.  
The arrow indicates the metered exposure is 2.3Ev more (+) or  
less (–) than the locked exposure.  
The blinking arrow indicates the metered exposure is ±2.7Ev or  
greater than the locked exposure.  
SLOW SYNC.  
When using flash, pressing the AEL button activates  
the slow-sync. function; slow sync. is not available in  
S and M exposure modes. Slow sync. balances the  
ambient light exposure with the flash exposure so  
the background is recorded with the subject.  
When the AEL button is pressed and held, the  
ambient light exposure is determined and the flash  
exposure is based on the locked aperture setting.  
The use of a tripod is recommended with slow-sync.  
exposures.  
SPOT-AF BUTTON  
Spot AF can be used at any time. With the spot AF  
area placed on the subject, press and hold the  
central button of the controller to focus (1). The  
viewfinder focus signal confirms focus and the spot  
AF indicator (2) is displayed on the monitor. Pressing  
and holding the four-way controller key activates and  
locks focus with the wide focus area.  
Spot AF  
area  
Compose the image in the viewfinder and press the  
shutter-release button all the way down to take the  
picture. Focus remains locked after the picture is  
taken until the central controller button is released.  
Focus  
signal  
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EXPOSURE COMPENSATION  
When using auto recording, P, A, and S exposure modes or a  
digital subject program, the exposure can be compensated.  
To compensate the ambient exposure, press and hold the  
exposure-compensation button and turn the control dial; the  
degree of compensation is displayed on the monitor and  
viewfinder Ev scales.  
The exposure is compensated by -1.0Ev.  
After the setting is made, the shutter-speed and aperture displays indicate the actual  
exposure. Because exposure compensation uses 0.3Ev increments, lens apertures may  
not be displayed correctly.  
Sometimes the camera’s exposure meter is deceived by high key or low key subjects. In  
the example below, the dark water caused the camera to overexpose the image making  
it bright and washed-out. By compensating the exposure, detail is brought out in the  
leaves, and the stones and water appear richer.  
Metered camera exposure  
–1.0Ev  
–2.0Ev  
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DEPTH-OF-FIELD PREVIEW  
The aperture controls depth of field; the area in  
front of the camera that appears in focus. The  
smaller the aperture, the greater the depth of  
field. Depth-of-field preview sets the lens  
aperture to the setting used in the exposure so  
the affect of depth of field can be seen in the  
viewfinder.  
Press the shutter-release button partway down  
to lock the focus and exposure. Press the  
depth-of-field preview button to stop down the  
aperture.  
Camera Notes  
Some Konica Minolta lenses are equipped with focus-hold buttons. Section 1 in the custom menu  
allows the focus-hold button to be used for depth-of-field preview (p. 94).  
AF / MF SWITCH  
Slide the AM/MF switch to change between  
autofocus and manual focus. An indicator on the  
monitor shows the active focus mode.  
Manual focus indicator  
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DRIVE MODES  
The drive modes control the rate and  
method of image capture. Single-frame  
advance is the default drive mode and  
is described in the basic recording  
section on page 28. The drive mode is  
set with the drive-mode selection  
screen. Press the drive-mode button (1)  
to open the screen.  
Drive-mode indicator  
Single-frame and Continuous advance - to take  
single or multiple images at one time (p. 51).  
Drive modes  
Self-timer - to delay the release of the shutter  
by 10 or 2 seconds (p. 51).  
Single-frame adv.  
Exposure bracketing - to take a series of 3  
images with differing exposure (p. 52).  
White-balance bracketing - to make 3 images  
with differing white balance (p. 53) from a single  
exposure.  
:func.  
:select  
:enter  
Options  
Use the up/down keys of the controller to select the drive-mode group.  
Use the left/right keys of the controller to highlight the drive-mode option.  
Press the center button of the controller to select the drive mode. An indicator  
is displayed on the monitor to confirm the selection.  
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CONTINUOUS-ADVANCE NOTES  
Continuous-advance mode allows a series of images to be captured while holding down  
the shutter-release button. The maximum frame rate is 3fps until the camera buffer  
memory is full. The frame rate after that depends on the writing speed of the memory  
card. Five RAW or three RAW + JPEG will fill the camera buffer memory. The number of  
JPEG images depend on the subject; some subjects can be compressed further than  
others.  
AF Zoom xi and Power Zoom lenses cannot be zoomed when taking pictures with  
continuous advance. The frame rate is affected by the flash as it must recharge between  
exposures. Focus and exposure are set between each frame with continuous AF and  
Auto AF.  
SELF-TIMER NOTES  
With the camera on a tripod, compose the picture as described in the basic recording  
section (p. 28). Press the shutter-release button partway down to lock the exposure and  
focus. Press the shutter-release button all the way down to begin the countdown.  
Because focus and exposure are determined when the shutter-release button is pressed,  
do not stand in front of the camera when taking a self-timer image. Always confirm the  
focus with the focus signals before beginning the countdown. Attach the eyepiece cap if  
a bright light source is behind the camera, see page 111.  
With the ten-second self-timer, the self-timer lamp on the front of the  
camera and the audio signals indicate the countdown.The lamp glows  
steadily just before the shutter fires. To stop the countdown, change  
the position of the exposure-mode dial or flash (lift it or push it down),  
or turn the camera off. The audio signal can be turned off in section 1  
of the setup menu (p. 98). The mirror raises just before the exposure.  
With the two-second self-timer, no indication is given during the countdown. The mirror  
raises when the countdown starts.  
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EXPOSURE BRACKETING NOTES  
Bracketing is a method of taking a series of images of a static subject in which each  
image has a slight variation in exposure. Exposure and flash brackets can be made.  
Bracketing increment in Ev (p. 69)  
Bracketing indicator  
Single-frame advance bracketing  
Continuous-advance bracketing  
Select continuous-advance bracketing or single-frame advance bracketing and the  
bracketing increment with the drive-mode selection screen (p. 50). Continuous-advance  
bracketing creates a successive series of three images automatically when the shutter-  
release button is pressed and held. The shutter-release button must be pressed for each  
exposure when using single-frame advance bracketing. The greater the increment, the  
greater the difference among the images. When selected, the number of frames and the  
bracketing increment is displayed on the Ev scale. The bracketing order can be set in  
section 2 of the recording menu (p. 80).  
Normal  
Under  
Exposure bracket: 0.3 Ev  
Over  
Flash bracket: 0.7 Ev  
0.3 Ev bracket  
0.7 Ev bracket  
To make a flash bracket, raise the camera flash; the ambient exposure is not bracketed.  
Only single-frame advance flash brackets can be made regardless of the specified mode;  
press the shutter-release button for each exposure. The built-in flash recharges between  
exposures. Exposure brackets are made when the flash is down.  
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Compose the picture as described in the basic recording section (p. 28). As the bracket  
is made, the index marks disappear from the Ev scale to show the remaining frames.  
When making a continuous-advance bracket, if the shutter button is release before the  
bracket is completed, the bracket resets. If using continuous AF or Auto AF with moving  
subjects (p. 58), the camera focuses between each exposure.  
When exposure brackets are made in S exposure mode, the aperture controls the  
bracket. In A and M exposure modes, the shutter speed controls the bracket; in M mode,  
pressing the AEL button during the bracket changes the exposure control to the aperture.  
The camera uses both the aperture and shutter speed control the bracket in P and auto  
recording.  
WHITE-BALANCING BRACKETING NOTES  
White-balance bracketing creates three images from a single exposure in which each  
image has a slight variation in color temperature. For more on white balance, see page  
64.  
Low white-balance bracket  
High white-balance bracket  
Select the appropriate white-balance bracketing drive mode with the drive-mode  
selection screen (p. 50). The low white-balance bracket uses an approximate 10 mired  
shift from the normal balance. The high white-balance bracket uses an approximate 20  
mired shift from the normal balance.  
Compose and take the picture as described in the basic recording section (p. 28). When  
the exposure is made, the camera automatically creates two other images with the  
appropriate shift in white balance.  
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CAMERA SENSITIVITY (ISO) AND ZONE MATCHING  
Camera sensitivity can be changed.  
Zone Matching for high-key or low-key  
subjects can be activated. The  
sensitivity setting is displayed on the  
monitor. Press the camera-sensitivity  
button (1) to open the setting screen.  
Camera sensitivity display  
Sensitivity / Zone Matching  
Use the four-way keys of the controller  
to highlight the sensitivity option. The Hi  
200 and Lo 80 options are for Zone  
Matching, see below.  
Press the center button of the controller  
to complete the operation.  
:select  
:enter  
The auto setting automatically adjusts the camera sensitivity to the light conditions  
between ISO 100 and 800, and ISO 100 and 400 when using flash. The fixed numerical  
settings are based on the film ISO equivalent: the higher the number, the more sensitive.  
As the ISO value doubles, the camera sensitivity doubles; a change of one Ev. Noise  
increases with sensitivity; an ISO setting of 100 has the least noise and 3200 has the  
most. Noise is a grainy texture that can be apparent in the image.  
Zone Matching is used for recording high-key (Hi200) or low-key (Low80) scenes. The  
number refers to the approximate ISO equivalent for reflected-light meter measurements.  
A high-key scene is made up of predominately light tones and colors. A low-key scene is  
made up of dark tones and colors. Zone Matching controls exposure and contrast to  
improve reproduction of these scenes. When selected, the zone indicator is displayed in  
the camera-sensitivity display on the monitor. Any changes to contrast with the Digital  
Effects Control are canceled (p. 63).  
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CAMERA SENSITIVITY AND FLASH RANGE  
A change in camera sensitivity (ISO) affects the flash range. The flash range depends on  
the aperture used:  
ISO setting  
Low80  
100  
ƒ/2.8  
ƒ/4.0  
ƒ/5.6  
1.0 ~ 3.8m / 3.3 ~ 12ft.  
1.0 ~ 4.3m / 3.3 ~ 14ft.  
1.0 ~ 2.7m / 3.3 ~ 8.9ft.  
1.0 ~ 3.0m / 3.3 ~ 9.8ft.  
1.0 ~ 4.3m / 3.3 ~ 14ft.  
1.0 ~ 6.0m / 3.3 ~ 20ft.  
1.4 ~ 8.6m / 4.6 ~ 28ft.  
2.0 ~ 12m / 6.6 ~ 39ft.  
2.8 ~ 17m / 9.2 ~ 56ft.  
1.0 ~ 1.9m / 3.3 ~ 6.2ft.  
1.0 ~ 2.1m / 3.3 ~ 6.7ft.  
1.0 ~ 3.0m / 3.3 ~ 9.8ft.  
1.0 ~ 4.3m / 3.3 ~ 14ft.  
1.0 ~ 6.0m / 3.3 ~ 20ft.  
1.4 ~ 8.6m / 4.6 ~ 28ft.  
2.0 ~ 12m / 6.6 ~ 39ft.  
200 / Hi200 1.0 ~ 6.0m / 3.3 ~ 20ft.  
400 / AUTO 1.4 ~ 8.6m / 4.6 ~ 28ft.  
800  
1600  
3200  
2.0 ~ 12m / 6.6 ~ 39ft.  
2.8 ~ 17m / 9.2 ~ 56ft.  
4.0 ~ 24m / 13 ~ 79ft.  
What is an ƒ-number?  
An ƒ-number indicates the relative aperture of the lens and lets us  
determine how much light it lets through. But why does the number get  
bigger when the amount of light decreases? The answer is in the way  
it is written, ƒ/2.0, ƒ/8.0. etc. That means the focal length of the lens (ƒ)  
divide by 2 or 8. So a 100mm lens at ƒ/2 has a 50mm physical aperture  
(100/2) and at ƒ/8, a 12.5mm physical aperture (100/8). So the f-  
number indicates the size of the aperture as a fraction of the focal  
length of the lens.  
f/2.8  
f/4.0  
f/5.6  
f/8.0  
f/11  
1/2000s  
1/1000s  
1/500s  
1/250s  
1/125s  
1/60s  
f/16  
f/22  
f/32  
The ƒ-number series was carefully chosen to make controlling  
exposures easy. In the chart, the aperture and shutter speed  
combinations give the exact same exposure. Notice how the shutter  
speed changes to compensate for the change in aperture.  
1/30s  
1/15s  
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FUNCTION BUTTON  
AF area, focus mode, metering mode,  
flash compensation, color mode, and  
Digital Effects Control are set with the  
function button. Monitor indicators show  
active settings. Press the button (1) to  
open the setting screen.  
Function indicators  
AF area  
Use the up/down keys of the controller  
to select the function.  
Wide AF area  
Use the left/right keys of the controller  
to highlight the option or adjust the  
setting.  
Press the center button of the controller  
to complete the operation.  
:func. :select  
:enter  
Options  
AF area  
AF mode  
Metering mode  
Flash compensation  
Color  
/
DEC  
Natural  
Color  
/
DEC  
Saturation  
Wide AF area  
:enter  
Automatic AF  
:enter  
Multi-segment  
±0.0  
:func. :select  
:func. :select  
:func. :select  
:enter  
:func. :adjust  
:enter  
:func. :select  
:enter  
:func. :adjust  
:enter  
1. AF area (p. 57)  
2. AF mode (p. 58)  
3. Metering mode (p. 59)  
4. Flash compensation (p. 60)  
5. Color mode (p. 61)  
6. Digital Effects Control (p. 63)  
See the following sections for more on each  
function. The color mode and Digital Effects Control  
cannot be set when using auto recording or a digital  
subject program. Flash compensation is only  
displayed when the flash is raised.  
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AF AREA  
AF-area modes control which AF areas are used for focus. The  
modes are selected with the function button (p. 56). The active  
AF area is indicated on the monitor.  
Wide AF area - to use the wide focus frames in the viewfinder to focus.  
See the basic operation section on page 28. Pressing and holding the four-  
way controller keys also activates and locks focus with the wide focus area.  
Spot AF can be used, see page 47.  
Spot AF area - the spot AF area is used for focus.  
The shutter release button and all controller keys  
active spot AF.  
Focus area selection - a specific AF area can be  
selected. Only the spot AF area can be used with  
the AF Reflex 500mm f/8 and AF Power Zoom 35-  
Spot AF area  
80mm f/4.0-5.6 lenses.  
When focus-focus area selection is active, use the controller to select the  
AF area; autofocus activates and locks each time an area is selected. The  
central button selects the spot AF area. Focus remains locked after the  
picture is taken until the controller is released.  
The active area is  
indicated on the monitor  
and is briefly illuminated  
in the viewfinder.  
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AF MODES  
Single-shot AF (Autofocus), continuous AF,  
automatic AF, and direct manual focus is set with the  
function button (p. 56).  
AF mode  
Automatic AF  
:enter  
The AF system activates when the shutter-release  
button is pressed partway down or with the controller  
(p. 57). Focus is confirmed with the viewfinder focus  
signals, see page 29.  
:func. :select  
Single-shot AF - a general purpose autofocusing mode. Its operation is  
described in the basic recording section. Focus lock is available (p. 30).  
Automatic AF - this AF mode automatically switches between single-shot AF  
and continuous AF depending on the subject’s motion.  
Continuous AF - used for photographing moving subjects. The camera  
continuously focuses on the subject even when the shutter-release button is  
pressed partway down. Spot and local AF areas illuminate as the subject moves  
through the wide focus frames to indicate the point of focus when the continuous  
AF is active. Focus lock is not available.  
Direct manual focus - operates like automatic AF, but after the AF system  
focuses, the focus can be adjusted manually by the photographer. Press the  
shutter-release button partway down or press the controller to activate the AF  
system. When the viewfinder focus signal is displayed, manually focus the lens.  
Do not attempt to focus the lens until the focus signal is displayed.  
The active mode is displayed on the monitor.  
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METERING MODES  
The metering mode specifies the metering pattern.  
The metering mode is set with the function button (p.  
56).  
Metering mode  
Multi-segment  
On the function-selection screen, use the up/down  
keys of the controller to select the metering modes  
and the left/right keys to select the specific mode.  
Press the central button of the controller to complete  
the operation.  
:func. :select :enter  
Multi-segment metering - the camera’s standard metering mode appropriate  
for most photographic situations. By combining information on the subject’s  
distance and position from the autofocus system, this mode is less influenced  
by spot lighting or backlighting.  
Center weighted - measures light values over the entire image area with  
emphasis given the central region.  
Spot - uses a circular area within the image to  
calculate the exposure. Spot metering allows precise  
exposure measurements of a particular object without  
being influenced by extremely bright or dark areas  
within the scene.  
Spot metering area  
The active mode is displayed on the monitor.  
If the luminance levels of the scene are outside the metering  
range, both arrows at each end of the Ev scale blink. In dark  
conditions, use the camera flash. Under bright light, use a  
neutral density filter on the lens to control the light levels.  
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FLASH COMPENSATION  
The relative output of the flash can be compensated  
by ±2.0 Ev with the function button (p. 56).  
Flash compensation  
On the function-selection screen, use the up/down  
keys of the controller to select exposure  
compensation and the left/right keys to adjust the  
degree of compensation. Press the central button of  
the controller to complete the operation.  
±0.0 Ev  
:func. :adjust  
:enter  
When the camera flash is raised, the degree of flash  
compensation is indicated by the Ev scale.  
When using fill-flash to reduce harsh shadows  
caused by bright illumination or direct sunlight, flash  
compensation can change the ratio between the  
highlights and shadows. Fill flash affect the darkness  
of the shadows without affecting the area illuminated  
by the main light source.  
–1.0 Ev flash compensation  
Positive compensation  
No compensation  
Negative compensation  
No flash  
By decreasing the flash output with a negative Ev setting, the shadows receive less light  
and are darker, but subtle details in the shadows that would not appear without the flash  
are apparent. Increasing the flash output by using a positive Ev setting softens and nearly  
eliminate shadows.  
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COLOR MODE  
The color mode controls what the image looks like  
as well as the color space. The color mode is set  
with the function button (p. 56). The color mode can  
only be selected in P, A, S, and M exposure modes.  
Except for the Abobe RGB and embed Adobe RGB,  
all color modes use sRGB color space. Some color  
modes use preset Digital Effects Control values (p.  
63); the default positions are indicated by a thick  
index mark on the scale of the setting screen.  
Color / DEC  
Natural  
:func. :select  
:enter  
Natural Color - reproduces the colors in the scene faithfully.  
Natural Plus - increases contrast and acutance.  
Portrait - optimize for the reproduction of skin tones.  
Landscape - optimize for daytime outdoor scenery.  
Sunset - optimize for landscapes at dusk and dawn. The use of auto white  
balance is recommended.  
Night view - optimize for nighttime scenery without flash.  
Night portrait - optimize for nighttime portraits with flash.  
Black & White - for monochrome images.  
Adobe RGB - natural color reproduction using the extended gamut Adobe RGB  
color space. The color space is not embedded in the image data.  
Embedded Adobe RGB - natural color reproduction using the extended gamut  
Adobe RGB color space. The color space is embedded in the image data.  
(Continued on the next page.)  
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The active mode is displayed on the monitor. When using  
portrait, landscape, sunset, night view, or night portrait color  
mode, the use of auto white balance is recommended.  
About Adobe RGB  
Adobe RGB has a larger color gamut than the more common sRGB. The size of the  
gamut limits the colors that can be reproduced; the larger the gamut, the more colors. If  
the image will be printed out with a high-quality printer, the use of the Embedded Adobe  
RGB and Adobe RGB color modes are recommended over the other sRGB color modes.  
Embedded Adobe RGB image files are indicated with a .JPE extension. Adobe RGB  
images without an embedded profile use a file name beginning with _ICT. See page 120  
for more information.  
Always use DFC 2.0 optional color space compliant software to open Adobe RGB images  
without embedded profiles. DiMAGE Master Lite 1.0.1 or DiMAGE Master 1.1 or later is  
DFC 2.0 optional color space compliant. Always use software with color matching or color  
management functions to open Adobe RGB images with embedded profiles. Software  
without color management functions, such as Kodak EasyShare, will not reproduce  
Adobe RGB images correctly.  
DiMAGE Master Lite supplied with the camera is required to open RAW Adobe RGB  
images taken with this camera. The full version of DiMAGE Master can also be used. For  
more on DiMAGE Master, see page 81 or visit us on the web at:  
North America  
http://kmpi.konicaminolta.us/  
Europe  
http://www.konicaminoltasupport.com  
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DIGITAL EFFECTS CONTROL (DEC)  
The Digital Effects Control can make adjustments to  
the contrast, color saturation, and sharpness of  
specific color modes. Some color modes use preset  
Digital Effects Control values, the default positions  
are indicated by a thick index mark on the scale.  
Digital effects are set with the function button (p. 56).  
Color / DEC  
Saturation  
On the function-selection screen, use the up/down  
keys of the controller to select the contrast,  
saturation, or sharpness control; the selected control  
is highlighted. Use the left/right keys to make  
adjustments. Press the central button of the  
controller to complete the operation.  
:func. :adjust :enter  
Sharpness  
Color saturation  
Contrast  
When set to any value other than zero, an indicator and value  
is displayed on the monitor as a warning. The Digital Effects  
Control can only be used in P, A, S, and M exposure modes.  
Contrast: -2  
Contrast: +2  
Changes in sharpness may  
not be apparent on the  
camera monitor.  
Sharpness: -2  
Normal  
Sharpness: +2  
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WHITE BALANCE  
White balance is the camera’s ability to make different types of  
lighting appear natural. The active white-balance mode is  
displayed in the white-balance panel on the monitor.  
Turn the white-balance dial to the appropriate position.  
Auto white balance - white balance is set automatically.  
Preset white balance - to set the white balance to a specific light source.  
Custom white balance - to calibrate the camera to a specific lighting situation.  
Color temperature - to set the white balance to a specific color temperature.  
The last changes made are displayed on the monitor. Press the white-balance button in  
the center of the dial to change settings. See the following sections for more information.  
If the exposure-mode dial is turned to the auto recording or a digital subject program  
position, white balances is reset to auto.  
AWB - AUTO WHITE BALANCE  
Auto white balance automatically detects the type of light and  
adjust the white balance accordingly. When the built-in flash is  
used, the white balance is set for the color temperature of the  
flash. Simply set the white-balance dial to the AWB position.  
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PRESET WHITE BALANCE  
With the white balance dial in the preset white  
balance position, press the white-balance button to  
open the setting screen.  
Preset white balance  
Daylight  
Use the left/right controller keys or control  
dial to select the white-balance setting.  
The up/down controller keys shift the white-  
balance, see below.  
Press the central controller button to  
complete the operation.  
:select  
:adjust  
:enter  
The up/down controller keys adjust the white balance in seven levels: +3 to –3 (+4 to –2  
for fluorescent). Except for fluorescent, the change of one unit is approximately equal to  
a 10 mired shift.  
Daylight - for outdoor sunlit subjects.  
Shade - for subjects illuminated by skylight: shady conditions on a clear day.  
Cloudy - for cloudy or overcast outdoor conditions.  
Tungsten - for incandescent lighting: household filament light bulbs.  
Fluorescent - for fluorescent lighting: office ceiling lights.  
Flash - for electronic flash.  
For more information on light sources, see page 69.  
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CUSTOM WHITE BALANCE  
Custom-white-balance function allows the camera to be  
calibrated to a specific lighting condition. With the white  
balance dial in the custom position, press the white-  
balance button to open the setting screen.  
Custom white balance  
A guidance message appears. If the shutter-release  
button is pressed partway down, the monitor display  
returns. The red custom set indicator is displayed in the  
white-balance panel. Turn the white-balance dial to  
another position to cancel the routine.  
Use spot metering area.  
Press shutter to calibrate.  
Fill the spot metering area with a white or neutral object;  
the object does not need to be in focus. Press the  
shutter-release button all the way down to calibrate the  
camera.  
Spot metering area  
Custom white balance  
An image of the reference target is displayed. Press the  
central button of the controller to complete the  
operation.  
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A calibration error may occur under extremely bright light sources, especially with flash  
units. If an error occurs, a message appears on the monitor and the white-balance  
indicator is yellow. Repeat the procedure by recalibrating using a gray card as a  
reference target to reduce the intensity of the illumination.  
COLOR TEMPERATURE  
White balance can be set to a known color temperature  
of a light source or set to the color temperature  
determined by a color meter. With the white balance dial  
in the color temperature (K) position, press the white-  
balance button to open the setting screen.  
Use the left/right controller keys or control dial  
to select among thousand° K, hundred° K, and  
magenta/green compensation.  
Color temperature  
Use the up/down controller keys to adjust the  
value.  
:select  
:adjust  
:enter  
Press the central controller button to complete  
the operation.  
Color temperature  
Magenta/Green compensation  
Color temperature refers to the color of the light emitted from a blackbody radiator at a  
specific temperature given in degrees Kelvin. This is an accurate way of measuring light  
from continuous-spectrum sources such as the sun and incandescent or tungsten light  
bulbs.  
However, color temperature alone can be inaccurate with discontinuous-spectrum  
sources such as fluorescent. The magenta/green compensation scale allows  
adjustments to compensate for this problem. The increment on the scale is equivalent to  
approximately 5CC; M3 would be 15CC magenta.  
For information on light sources, see page 69.  
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A SHORT GUIDE TO PHOTOGRAPHY  
Photography can be a rewarding pursuit. It is a broad and disciplined field that can take  
years to master. But the pleasure in making photographs and the joy of capturing a  
magical moment cannot be compared. The guide is an introduction to some basic  
photographic principles.  
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.  
Usually landscape photographs use a large depth of field  
(large aperture value) to keep the foreground and  
background in focus, and portraits use a shallow depth of  
field (small aperture value) to separate the subject from the  
background.  
Depth of field also changes with focal length. The smaller  
the focal length, the greater the depth of field; the longer  
the focal length, the shallower the depth of field.  
The shutter controls not only exposure, but also the ability  
to stop motion. Fast shutter speeds are used in sport  
photography to stop action. Slow shutter speeds can be  
used to show the flow of motion such as water cascading  
over a waterfall. The use of a tripod is recommended with  
slow shutter speeds.  
For critical work, take a test photograph and view the result  
in playback. The image can be deleted if not acceptable  
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LIGHT SOURCES AND COLOR  
The human eye adapts itself extremely well under different conditions. The paper of this  
manual you are reading looks white regardless of the type of lighting. Photographic  
systems are much less flexible. As the light source changes, so does the overall color of  
a scene - fluorescent office ceiling lights create a green cast to pictures, regular  
household tungsten light bulbs make everything red. Like your eyes, the camera’s white-  
balance controls adjust for different lighting to make natural looking pictures.  
The most common source of light, our sun, changes color depending on the time of day  
and the atmospheric conditions. The sun is of course very warm near the horizon and  
very blue at noon. The daylight preset white-balance setting is for beautiful sunny days.  
When the weather is overcast, the color is cooler and the cloudy setting is appropriate.  
When the main light source is skylight, light from the blue sky rather than the direct light  
of the sun, the resulting color is very blue. The shade preset white-balance is designed  
for this condition.  
Artificial lighting is more consistent but shows variations. Tungsten lamps become  
warmer as their wattage decreases. And fluorescent lamps come in classifications that  
define their color. The preset white balance settings can be adjusted to match the change  
in these light sources.  
Some artificial lighting have a discontinuous spectrum that create very unnatural color in  
a photograph. White balance cannot correct high-energy vapor lighting: sodium-vapor  
(yellow highway lights), or mercury vapor. For portraits under these lighting conditions,  
the flash can be used to overpower the ambient light. With landscapes containing these  
types of lights, set the white balance to the preset daylight setting.  
WHAT IS AN EV?  
Ev stands for exposure value. A  
change of one Ev adjusts the  
exposure calculated by the camera  
by a factor of two. An Ev and a “stop”  
are the same.  
+2.0 Ev  
+1.0 Ev  
±0.0 Ev  
–1.0 Ev  
–2.0 Ev  
4X as much light  
2X as much light  
Calculated exposure  
1/2 as much light  
1/4 as much light  
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RECORDING MENU  
In recording mode, press the menu button to open and close the menu. The four-way  
keys of the controller move the cursor in the menu. Pressing the central button of the  
controller enters a setting.  
NAVIGATING THE RECORDING MENU  
Activate the recording menu with the menu button. Tab 1  
at the top of the menu is highlighted.  
Use the left/right keys of the controller to highlight the  
appropriate menu tab; the menus change as the tabs are  
highlighted.  
When the required menu section is displayed, use the up/down key to scroll  
through the menu options. Highlight the option whose setting needs to be  
changed.  
Press the right controller key to display the settings; the current setting is  
indicated by an arrow. To return to the menu options, press the left key.  
Use the up/down key to highlight the new setting. If “Enter” is displayed, press  
the central button of the controller to open the next screen.  
Press the central button of the controller to select the highlighted setting.  
Once a setting has been selected, the cursor returns to the menu options and the new  
setting is displayed. Changes can continue to be made. To return to the recording mode,  
press the menu button.  
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To set image resolution (p. 72).  
Image size  
Quality  
Inst.Playback 2 sec.  
Noise reductn On  
L: 3008x2000  
Fine  
To set file type and compression (p. 72).  
To play back images after they are recorded (p. 74).  
To apply noise reduction to long exposures (p. 74).  
To set the flash mode of the built-in flash (p. 75).  
To set ADI or pre-flash flash control (p. 79).  
To set the order of the bracketing frames (p. 80).  
To reset the recording-mode functions (p. 80).  
Flash mode  
Flash control  
Bracket order  
Reset  
Fill-flash  
ADI flash  
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The control dial moves the cursor left and right in the  
menus.  
The menu section memory option in section 3 of the setup  
menu memorizes the last menu section opened and returns  
to that section when the menu button is pressed (p. 106).  
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IMAGE SIZE AND IMAGE QUALITY  
Image size and quality are set in section 1 of the recording menu (p. 70). Changes are  
displayed on the monitor.  
L
M
S
RAW  
RAW+  
X.FIN  
FINE  
STD.  
L: 3008 X 2000 (Large)  
M: 2256 X 1496 (Medium)  
S: 1504 X 1000 (Small)  
RAW image  
RAW & JPEG image  
Extra fine: JPEG image  
Fine: JPEG image  
Standard: JPEG image  
Image size affects the number of pixels in each image. The greater the image size, the  
larger the file size. Choose image size based on the final use of the image - smaller  
images are more suitable for web sites whereas larger sizes produce higher quality  
prints.  
Image quality controls the file type and rate of compression. RAW is high-quality image  
file. The extra fine, fine, and standard settings produce JPEG files at various rates of  
compression. The higher the image quality, the lower the rate of compression and the  
larger the file sizes. If economical use of the memory card is important, use the standard  
mode. The RAW & JPEG option creates two image files at one time, a large RAW file and  
a fine quality JPEG file with an image size selected with the menu. The image files are  
saved with the same file name, but with different extensions (p. 120).  
In the RAW image-quality mode, the image size is set to large and cannot be changed.  
The image size is not displayed on the monitors. The enlarged playback and print  
functions cannot be used.  
Unlike the other image-quality modes, RAW image data is unprocessed and requires  
image processing before it can be used. To process the RAW data, DiMAGE Master 1.1  
or later, or DiMAGE Master Lite 1.0.1 or later is required. A copy of DiMAGE Master Lite  
1.0.1 is supplied with the camera.  
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The number of images that can be stored on a memory card is determined by the size of  
the card and the file size of the images. One memory card can contain images of differing  
sizes and quality. The actual file size is determined by the scene; some subjects can be  
compressed further than others.  
Approximate file sizes.  
L: 3008 x 2000  
8.8MB  
M: 2256 X 1496  
S: 1504 X 1000  
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RAW  
Extra fine  
Fine  
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5.9MB  
3.0MB  
1.8MB  
3.3MB  
1.7MB  
1.0MB  
1.6MB  
850KB  
540KB  
Standard  
Approximate number of images that can be stored on a 512MB memory card.  
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RAW  
Extra fine  
Fine  
53  
82  
163  
277  
–
145  
282  
470  
314  
584  
926  
Standard  
Camera Notes  
The frame counter indicates the approximate number of images  
that can be stored on the memory card at the camera’s image  
quality and size settings. If the settings are changed, the frame  
counter adjusts accordingly. Because the counter uses  
approximate file sizes, the actual image taken may not change the  
counter or may decrease it by more than one. When the frame  
counter displays zero, it indicates no more images at the image  
size and quality settings can be captured. Changing those settings  
may allow more images to be saved to the card.  
Frame counter  
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INSTANT PLAYBACK  
Image size  
Quality  
Inst.Playback 2 sec.  
Noise reductn On  
L: 3008x2000  
Fine  
After an image is captured, it can be displayed on the  
monitors for two, five, or ten seconds before being saved.  
The last image of a continuous-advance or continous-  
advance bracketing series is displayed. Instant playback is  
activated and the length of the playback period is set with  
the instant-playback option in section 1 of the recording  
menu (p. 70).  
Display button  
During the instant playback period, many of the playback  
functions are available. The displayed images can be  
deleted using the delete button (p. 36). An images can be  
magnified with the enlarge button (p. 38). The information  
display can be turned off and on with the display button,  
and the histogram can be displayed using the up key of the  
controller (p. 35). When using continuous advance or  
continuous-advance bracketing, use the left/right controller  
keys or turn the control dial to display the frames in the  
series; playback mode is active and all images on the  
memory card can be viewed and the playback menu  
opened.  
Delete button  
Enlarge button  
Press the shutter-release button partway down or press the playback button to return to  
the recording mode.  
NOISE REDUCTION  
Image size  
Quality  
Inst.Playback 2 sec.  
Noise reductn On  
L: 3008x2000  
Fine  
This function reduces the affect of dark noise with  
exposures of one second or longer. Processing is applied to  
each image after it is captured. The monitor remains blank  
during processing for a maximum of 30 seconds. This can  
be turned off in section 1 of the recording menu (p. 70).  
Noise reduction uses dark-frame subtraction. Noise  
reduction is not applied to a continuous-advance series.  
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FLASH MODES  
The flash mode can be changed in section 2 of the  
recording menu (p. 70). For the flash to fire, the built-in  
unit must be manually raised; lower the flash to prevent  
it from firing. The auto-white-balance setting gives  
priority to the flash’s color temperature. If another type of  
white balance is used, priority is given to the active  
setting’s color temperature.  
Fill-flash - used as the main or supplementary  
light. In low-light conditions, the flash acts as  
the main source of illumination and  
overpowers the ambient light. Under strong  
sunlight or in backlit situations, the fill-flash can  
reduce harsh shadows.  
Fill-flash  
Red-eye reduction - used when taking photographs of people or animals in  
low-light conditions. The red-eye effect is caused by light reflected from the  
retina of the eye. The camera fires several pre-flashes before the main flash  
burst to contract the pupils of the subject’s eyes.  
Rear sync.  
Rear flash sync - used with long exposures to  
make trailing lights or blurring appear to follow  
rather than proceed the subject. The effect is  
not apparent if the shutter speed is too fast and  
stops the subject’s motion.  
When the shutter is released, a pre-flash fires.  
This pre-flash is not for exposure, but for  
metering. The flash fires again just before the  
shutter closes.  
Wireless / Remote flash - allows the camera to control an off-camera flash unit  
without the need of a cable. See page 76.  
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WIRELESS / REMOTE FLASH  
On-camera Wireless/Remote flash allows the camera to control  
flash  
an off-camera Program/Maxxum 5600HS(D) and  
3600HS(D) flash unit without the need of a cable.  
Single or multiple flash units can be placed around  
the subject to create different lighting effects.  
The camera’s built-in flash fires to control the off-  
camera flash units rather than to illuminate the  
subject.  
Wireless/  
Remote  
flash  
Flash mode  
Flash control  
Fill-flash  
Red eye  
Bracket order Rear sync.  
Reset Wireless  
1. Remove the accessory shoe cap (p. 112) and slide a Program/Maxxum 5600HS(D)  
or 3600HS(D) flash on the accessory shoe until the safety lock engages.  
2. Turn on the camera and flash unit.  
3. Set the camera to the wireless flash mode in section 2 of the recording menu (p. 70).  
This simultaneously set a the flash to the wireless mode and sets the camera to the  
flash’s wireless channel.  
4. Press and hold the mounting-foot-release button on the flash unit to disengage the  
safety catch and remove the flash unit from the camera.  
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Raise the built-in flash on the camera and position the  
camera and flash around the subject. See the following  
page for operating ranges.  
Make sure no objects come between the camera and flash unit. The flash units can be  
test fired by pressing the AEL button on the camera. AEL button setup in section 1 of the  
custom menu should be set to one of the hold options. If the flash does not fire, change  
the camera, flash, or subject position. The slow shutter sync is active in auto recording,  
P, A, and digital subject program exposure modes (p. 47).  
When the 5600HS(D) and 3600HS(D) flash is charged, the AF illuminator on the front of  
the unit blinks. The viewfinder flash signal shows the status of the camera flash (p. 31).  
Take a picture as described in the basic recording section on page 28.  
Wireless/Remote flash performs best under subdued light or interior lighting. Under bright  
light sources, the flash may not be able to detect the control signals from the camera’s  
built-in flash.  
When not using off-camera flash units, always turn off the wireless flash mode in section  
2 of the recording menu, or inaccurate flash exposures will result. The 5600HS(D) and  
3600HS(D) flash units can be reset simultaneously with the camera. Simply mount the  
flash unit in the accessory shoe and change the wireless flash mode setting on the menu  
to another flash mode.  
High-speed sync. is available, see page 112. The Wireless/Remote Flash Controller is  
not compatible with this camera.  
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WIRELESS/REMOTE CAMERA AND FLASH RANGES  
Flash-to-subject  
distance  
Camera-to-subject  
distance  
The camera and flash must  
be within 5m or 16.4 ft of  
the subject.  
Specifications with Maxxum / Program flash 5600HS(D) at ISO 100  
Flash-to-subject distance2  
1/250 second  
Camera-to-subject  
distance  
Aperture  
Up to sync. speed1  
1/1000 second  
ƒ/2.8  
ƒ/4.0  
ƒ/5.6  
1.4 ~ 5m / 4.6 ~ 16.4ft 1 ~ 5m / 3.3 ~ 16.4ft  
1 ~ 5m / 3.3 ~ 16.4ft 1 ~ 2.5m / 3.3 ~ 8.2ft  
1 ~ 5m / 3.3 ~ 16.4ft  
1 ~ 5m / 3.3 ~ 16.4ft  
1 ~ 5m / 3.3 ~ 16.4ft 1 ~ 3.5m / 3.3 ~ 11.5ft 1 ~ 1.7m / 3.3 ~ 5.6ft  
1 ~ 5m / 3.3 ~ 16.4ft 1 ~ 2.5m / 3.3 ~ 8.2ft 1 ~ 1.2m / 3.3 ~ 3.9ft  
Specifications with Maxxum / Program flash 3600HS(D) at ISO 1001  
ƒ/2.8  
ƒ/4.0  
ƒ/5.6  
1.4 ~ 5m / 4.6 ~ 16.4ft 1 ~ 5m / 3.3 ~ 16.4ft  
1 ~ 4m / 3.3 ~ 13.1ft  
1 ~ 3m / 3.3 ~ 9.8ft  
1 ~ 2m / 3.3 ~ 6.6ft  
1 ~ 2m / 3.3 ~ 6.6ft  
1 ~ 1.5m / 3.3 ~ 4.9ft  
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1 ~ 5m / 3.3 ~ 16.4ft  
1 ~ 5m / 3.3 ~ 16.4ft  
1 ~ 5m / 3.3 ~ 16.4ft  
1 ~ 5m / 3.3 ~ 16.4ft  
1. The camera’s flash sync. speed is 1/125 sec. with Anti-Shake on and 1/160 sec. with  
Anti-Shake off. Shutter speeds up to this limit can be used.  
2. Double the maximum distance when using the camera sensitivity at ISO 400. The  
maximum distance cannot exceed 5m or 16.4 ft.  
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FLASH CONTROL  
Flash mode  
Flash control  
Bracket order  
Reset  
Fill-flash  
ADI flash  
ADI and pre-flash TTL flash control are available. Flash  
control is changed in section 2 of the recording menu (p.  
70). The flash control used depends on the lens and flash  
combination.  
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ADI (Advanced Distance Integration) flash metering -  
combines distance information from D-series lenses with  
information from a pre-flash exposure. ADI metering is less  
influenced by subject reflectance.  
The camera automatically switches from ADI metering to pre-flash TTL when the  
autofocus system is prevented from focusing. When using the Macro Twin Flash 2400 ,  
Marco Ring flash 1200 or a wireless or off-camera flash unit, flash control is set to pre-  
flash TTL.  
When using the Maxxum / Program Flash 2500(D), switch both the flash unit and camera  
to ADI metering.  
Pre-flash TTL - calculates flash exposure with a pre-flash only. This mode must be used  
with close-up filters or filters that reduce the amount of light entering the camera such as  
neutral density filters. Pre-flash TTL must be used when a diffuser is attached to the built-  
in flash, the wide-angle adapter with the Maxxum / Program flash 3600HS(D), bounce  
flash with the Maxxum / Program Flash 2500(D), or an external flash unit.  
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BRACKETING ORDER  
The order in which exposure bracketing frames is captured  
is selected in section 2 of the recording menu (p. 70). For  
information on exposure bracketing, see page 52.  
Flash mode  
Flash control  
Bracket order  
Reset  
Fill-flash  
ADI flash  
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Normal  
Under  
Under  
Over  
Over  
Normal  
RECORDING MODE RESET  
The recording mode functions can be reset in section 2 of the recording menu (p. 70).  
When selected, a confirmation screen appears; choosing “Yes” resets the following  
functions and settings, “No” cancels the operation.  
Exposure compensation  
Flash compensation  
AF area  
Focus area selection  
AF mode  
Metering mode  
Drive mode  
Preset white balance  
Color temperature  
Color mode  
±0.0  
±0.0  
Wide AF area  
p. 48  
p. 60  
p. 57  
p. 57  
p. 58  
p. 59  
p. 50  
p. 65  
p. 67  
p. 61  
p. 63  
p. 75  
p. 79  
Spot AF area  
AF-A  
Multi-segment  
Single-frame advance  
Daylight ±0  
5500K, 0 Green/Magenta shift  
Natural  
All reset with all color modes  
Fill flash or red-eye reduction1  
ADI  
Digital Effects Control (DEC)  
Flash mode  
Flash control  
1. The flash mode is reset to whichever of the two modes was last set.  
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ABOUT DiMAGE MASTER  
The full version of DiMAGE Master gives you  
all the tools to organize, examine, and  
process your images. The Organizer window  
allows you to sort images quickly into four  
user-defined classifications. Outtakes can  
easily be hidden from view without the need to  
delete or remove them from the folder.  
Is it difficult to decide which image is the best?  
The Examiner window allows you to compare  
up to four images for differences between  
color, exposure, white balance, and focus by  
sampling areas in each image.  
Organizer  
The Photofinisher window has many features  
to process large numbers of images quickly.  
Jobs can be created for specific adjustments  
and applied to other images as well as used  
for batch processing. Processing can be  
simply cut and pasted from one picture to  
another.  
A luminance limit can be specified on the  
histogram and displayed on an image to show  
the pixels which are approaching the black  
and white levels. The focus checker enlarges  
the image so sharpness can be determined.  
These tools are available in the Organizer,  
Examiner, and Photofinisher.  
Focus Examiner  
For more on the other features in DiMAGE  
Master, visit us on the web.  
North America  
http://kmpi.konicaminolta.us/  
Europe  
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PLAYBACK MENU  
In playback mode, press the menu button to open and close the menu. The four-way  
keys of the controller move the cursor in the menu. Pressing the central button of the  
controller enters a setting.  
NAVIGATING THE PLAYBACK MENU  
Activate the recording menu with the menu button. Tab 1  
at the top of the menu is highlighted.  
Use the left/right keys of the controller to highlight the  
appropriate menu tab; the menus change as the tabs are  
highlighted.  
When the required menu section is displayed, use the up/down key to scroll  
through the menu options. Highlight the option whose setting needs to be  
changed.  
Press the right controller key to display the settings; the current setting is  
indicated by an arrow. To return to the menu options, press the left key.  
Use the up/down key to highlight the new setting. If “Enter” is displayed, press  
the central button of the controller to continue.  
Press the central button of the controller to select the highlighted setting.  
Once a setting has been selected, the cursor returns to the menu options and the new  
setting is displayed. Changes can continue to be made. To return to the playback mode,  
press the menu button.  
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To delete images on the memory card (p. 84).  
To format the memory card (p. 85).  
Delete  
Format  
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To select one or all folders to view in playback (p. 85).  
To select the folder to view in playback (p. 85).  
To protect images from deletion (p. 86).  
View folder  
Folder name 100KM028  
Lock  
Index format  
All folders  
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9 frames  
To specify the index playback format (p. 87).  
To play back images automatically (p. 88)  
Slide show  
DPOF set  
Date imprint Off  
Index print  
Cancel print  
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To select images for DPOF printing (p. 89).  
To print the date of capture with each print (p. 90)  
To create an index print with the DPOF order (p. 90)  
To cancel DPOF print orders on the memory card (p. 90).  
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FRAME-SELECTION SCREEN  
When a marked-frames setting is chosen on a menu, the frame-selection screen appears  
so multiple files can be selected. The index format of the screen can be changed in  
section 1 of the playback menu (p. 87).  
The left/right keys of the controller move the  
yellow border to select the image.  
The up key selects the frame; when selected, an  
indicator appears on the thumbnail. The down key  
deselects the image removing the indicator.  
:move :sel.  
:enter  
Press the central button of the controller to complete the operation. Pressing  
the menu button cancels the screen and any operation made.  
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DELETE  
Deleting permanently erases the image. Once deleted, an image cannot be  
recovered. Care should be taken when using the delete function.  
Single, multiple, or all images in a folder can be deleted with  
the playback menu. Before an image is deleted, a  
confirmation screen appears; choosing “Yes” executes the  
operation, “No” cancels it. Only the images in the view-  
folder option in section 1 of the playback menu (p. 85) can  
be viewed and deleted with the marked frames and all-in-  
folder options. Delete has three options:  
Delete  
Format  
View folder  
Folder name 100KM028  
Lock  
Index format  
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All folders  
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9 frames  
Marked frames - to delete multiple images. When this setting is chosen, the frame-  
selection screen (p. 83) is displayed. Use the left/right keys of the controller to highlight  
the first image to be deleted. Pressing the up key marks the thumbnail with the delete  
indicator. To deselect an image for deletion, highlight it with the yellow border and press  
the down key; the delete indicator disappears. Continue until all the images to be deleted  
are marked. Press the controller to continue (the confirmation screen appears), or press  
the menu button to cancel the operation and return to the playback menu. On the  
confirmation screen, highlighting and entering “Yes” deletes the marked images.  
All in folder - to delete unlocked images in a single folder specified by the view-folder  
option.  
All on card - all unlocked images on the card are deleted.  
The delete function can only erase unlocked images. If an image is locked, it must be  
unlocked before it can be deleted.  
Deleting a large amount of data from a large capacity memory card may take several  
minutes. In this case, use the camera’s format function or delete the data using a  
computer. Do not format the card with the computer.  
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FORMAT  
When a memory card is formatted, all data on the card is erased.  
The formatting function in section 1 of the playback menu is used to erase all data on a  
memory card. Before formatting a card, copy the data to a computer or storage device.  
Locking files will not protect 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.  
When the format option is selected and entered, a confirmation screen appears.  
Choosing “Yes” formats the card, choosing “No” cancels the operation. Never remove the  
card while it is being formatted. A screen appears to indicate the card has been  
formatted.  
VIEW FOLDER  
Only the images in the folders specified with the view-folder  
option in section 1 of the playback menu (p. 82) can be  
viewed or edited in playback. Two options are available:  
Delete  
Format  
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View folder  
Folder name 100KM028  
Lock  
Single folder  
All folders - to view and edit all images on the memory  
card.  
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Index format  
9 frames  
Single folder - to view and edit images in a specific folder.  
The folder is selected in the folder-name option below the  
view-folder option.  
For more on memory card organization, see page 120. Folders can be created and  
selected in section 2 of the setup menu (p. 104, 105).  
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LOCK  
Delete  
Format  
View folder  
Folder name 100KM028  
Lock  
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Single, multiple, or all images on the memory card or in a  
folder specified with the view-folder option can be locked. A  
locked image cannot be deleted by either the playback  
menu functions or the delete button. Important images  
should be locked. Images are locked in section 1 of the  
playback menu (p. 82).  
All folders  
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Index format  
9 frames  
The lock has five options:  
Marked frames - to lock or unlock multiple images. When this is chosen, the frame-  
selection screen (p. 83) is displayed. Use the left/right keys of the controller to highlight  
the image to be locked. Pressing the up key marks the thumbnail with the lock indicator.  
To unlock an image, highlight it with the yellow border and press the down key; the lock  
indicator disappears. Continue until all the images are marked. Press the controller to  
lock the marked frames, or press the menu button to cancel the operation and return to  
the playback menu.  
All in folder - to lock images in a single folder specified by the view-folder option.  
All on card - all images on the memory card are locked.  
Unlock folder - to unlock images in a single folder specified by the view-folder option.  
Unlock card - all images on the memory card are unlocked.  
Locking an image protects it from a delete function.  
However, the formatting function erase all files on a  
memory card whether locked or not.  
Locked images are indicated in the playback displays.  
Lock indicator  
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INDEX PLAYBACK FORMAT  
The index-format option in section 1 of the playback menu  
can specify a four, nine, and sixteen image display for index  
playback (p. 37) and frame-selection screens (p. 83). A file  
browser can also be used in place of the index playback  
display mode; a 9-frame display is used for the selection  
screens.  
9-frame index  
After selecting the file-browser option in the menu,  
press the display button in the playback mode to  
display the file browser.  
The up/down keys of the controller switch between  
the folder tabs and images; a tab or image is  
highlighted.  
The left/right keys of the controller select the folder  
tabs or images.  
:select  
folder  
A folder and its contents or a single image can be  
deleted. With the folder tab or image thumbnail  
highlighted, press the delete button.  
Delete this frame?  
Yes  
No  
Delete folder  
On the confirmation screen, use the left/right keys  
to highlight “Yes.” “No” cancels the operation.  
and its contents?  
Yes  
No  
Delete button  
Display button  
Press the controller to execute the command on  
the confirmation screen. If a folder contains locked  
images, the locked images and folder remain.  
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SLIDE SHOW  
Section 2 of the playback menu starts the slide-show  
function. This function automatically displays images every  
five seconds on the card or in the folder specified with the  
view-folder option in section 1 of the menu.  
Slide show  
DPOF set  
Date imprint  
Index print  
Cancel print  
Enter  
Highlight “Enter” in the slide-show option in section 2 of the  
playback menu and press the center of the controller to  
begin the slide-show playback.  
Press the central button of the controller to pause  
and restart the presentation.  
Use the left/right keys of the controller to advance to  
the next image or return to the previous one.  
To cancel the presentation, press the down key of  
the controller or the menu button.  
ABOUT DPOF  
This camera is supported by DPOF™ version 1.1. The DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)  
allows direct printing of still images from digital cameras. After the DPOF file is created,  
the memory card is simply taken to a photofinishing service or inserted into the memory  
-card slot of DPOF compatible printers.  
When a DPOF file is created, a misc. folder is automatically  
made on the memory card to store it (p. 120). DPOF print  
files cannot be made for RAW and embedded Adobe RGB  
images. Images using an Adobe RGB color mode may not  
be reproduced accurately (p. 61).  
Images selected for printing are indicated in the playback  
displays. The number of copies is displayed next to the  
indicator.  
Print indicator  
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DPOF SETUP  
Slide show  
DPOF set  
Date imprint Off  
Index print  
Cancel print  
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The DPOF-set option is used to set an order for standard  
prints from digital images. Single, multiple, or all images on  
the memory card or in a folder specified with the view-folder  
option can be printed (p. 85).  
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DPOF setup has three options:  
Marked frames - to choose a group of images to be printed or when the number of  
copies for each image varies. When selected, the frame-selection screen appears (p.  
83). Use the left/right keys of the controller to highlight an image to be printed. Pressing  
the up key marks the image with the printer indicator. The number next to the indicator  
indicates the number of copies of that image will be printed. Pressing the up key  
increases the number of copies, pressing the down key decreases the number. A  
maximum of nine copies can be ordered. To deselect an image for printing, press the  
down key until the the number of copies reaches zero and the printer indicator  
disappears. Continue until all the images to be printed are marked. Press the controller  
to create the DPOF file, or press the menu button to cancel the operation and return to  
the playback menu.  
All in folder - to select images in the folder specified by the view-folder option.  
All on card - to select all images on the memory card for printing.  
When the all-in-folder or all-on-card option is chosen, a screen appears requesting the  
number of copies of each image; a maximum of nine copies can be ordered. Use the  
up/down keys of the controller to set the number of copies. If the all-on-card option was  
used to create a print order, any additional images saved afterwards in the folder are not  
be included in the order.  
DPOF files created with another camera are deleted when a DPOF file is created.  
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DATE IMPRINT  
Slide show  
DPOF set  
Date imprint Off  
Index print  
Cancel print  
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To print the date of capture with each image with a  
compatible DPOF printer, turn the menu option on. To  
cancel date imprint, simply turn the option off. How the date  
is printed varies with the printer. Not all printers support this  
function.  
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INDEX PRINT  
To create an index print of all the images in the folder,  
set the option on. To cancel an index print, simply  
change the setting to off.  
If an index-print order is created, any additional  
images saved afterwards in the folder are not  
included in the index print. The number of images  
printed per sheet differs between printers. The  
information printed with the thumbnails can vary.  
CANCEL PRINT  
After the pictures have been printed, the DPOF file remains on the memory card and  
must be canceled manually. The cancel-print option in section 2 of the playback menu  
deletes the DPOF files. When the setting is selected, a confirmation screen appears;  
choosing and entering “Yes” executes the operation and cancels the print and index-print  
order. Two options are available:  
All frames C - To cancel all printing files on the memory card.  
All frames F - To cancel the printing file in the folder specified by the view-folder option.  
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OPENING THE CUSTOM & SETUP MENUS  
The custom and setup menus can be accessed from both  
the recording and playback modes. The buttons in the top  
right corner of the menus are links to the other camera  
menus. See page 92 for information on the custom menu  
and page 98 for the setup menu.  
Setup menu  
Custom menu  
Open the menu and use the left/right keys of the  
controller to highlight the custom or setup  
buttons.  
Image size  
Quality  
Inst.Playback 2 sec.  
Noise reductn On  
L: 3008x2000  
Fine  
Press the central button to display the menu.  
Repeat the procedure to return to the original or  
different menu or press the menu button to close  
the menu.  
Camera Notes  
The control dial moves the cursor left and right in the  
menus.  
The menu section memory option in section 3 of the setup  
menu memorizes the last menu section opened and returns  
to that section when the menu button is pressed (p. 106).  
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CUSTOM MENU  
The custom menu controls operation preferences. See page 91 on how to open the  
custom menu.  
Use the left/right keys of the controller to highlight the  
appropriate menu tab; the menus change as the tabs are  
highlighted.  
When the required menu section is displayed, use the  
up/down key to scroll through the menu options. Highlight  
the option whose setting needs to be changed.  
Press the right controller key to display the settings; the current setting is  
indicated by an arrow. To return to the menu options, press the left key.  
Use the up/down key to highlight the new setting.  
Press the central button of the controller to select the highlighted setting.  
Once a setting has been selected, the cursor returns to  
the menu options and the new setting is displayed.  
Changes can continue to be made.  
Camera Notes  
The control dial moves the cursor left and right in the  
menus.  
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To set AF or shutter-release priority (p. 93).  
Priority setup AF  
FocusHoldButt. Focus hold  
To set the operation of a lens’ focus-hold button (p. 94).  
To set the operation of the AEL button (p. 94).  
To specify exposure control with the control dial (p. 95).  
To specify flash output with exposure comp. (p. 95).  
To turn the AF illuminator on and off (p. 96).  
AEL button  
Ctrl dial set  
AE hold  
Shutter speed  
Exp. comp. set Ambient&flash  
AF illuminator On  
To lock the shutter when no card is inserted (p. 96).  
To lock the shutter when no lens is mounted (p. 96).  
To control the viewfinder AF-area illumination (p. 97).  
To control how the monitor is turned on and off (p. 97).  
To set the recording display orientation (p. 97).  
To set the playback display orientation (p. 97).  
Shutter lock  
Shutter lock  
AF area setup 0.3s. display  
Monitor disp.  
Rec. display  
Play. display  
On: no card  
On: no lens  
Automatic  
Auto rotate  
Auto rotate  
AF/SHUTTER RELEASE PRIORITY SETUP  
This custom function has two options:  
AF - AF priority. The shutter will not release until the camera  
focuses.  
Release - shutter-release priority. The shutter releases  
even if focus cannot be confirmed. The RP indicator is  
displayed on the monitor when this option is selected.  
Release priority indicator  
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FOCUS-HOLD BUTTON SETUP  
Priority setup AF  
FocusHoldButt. Focus hold  
Some Konica Minolta lenses are equipped with a focus-  
hold button. The operation of this button can be specified in  
section 1 of the custom menu (p. 92). This custom function  
has two options:  
AEL button  
Ctrl dial set  
AE hold  
Shutter speed  
Exp. comp. set Ambient&flash  
AF illuminator On  
Focus hold - pressing the focus-hold button on the lens  
locks the focus.  
D.O.F. preview - pressing the focus-hold button previews the depth of field (p. 49). With  
non-D series lenses, this is active when the aperture and shutter speed are displayed.  
AEL BUTTON SETUP  
The operation of the AEL button (p. 46) can be specified in section 1 of the custom menu  
(p. 92). This custom function has four options:  
AE hold - press and hold the AEL button to lock the exposure, release the button to  
unlock it. The metering mode set is used (p. 59).  
AE toggle - press and release the AEL button to lock the exposure. The exposure  
remains locked even after the image is captured. Press and release the button again to  
unlock the exposure. The metering mode set is used (p. 59).  
Spot AE hold - the spot metering area is used regardless of the metering-mode selected  
(p. 59). Press and hold the AEL button to lock the exposure, release the button to unlock  
it.  
Spot AE toggle - the spot metering area is used. Press and release the AEL button to  
lock the exposure. The exposure remains lock even after the image is captured. Press  
and release the button again to unlock the exposure.  
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CONTROL-DIAL SETUP  
The operation of the control dial in the auto recording, program, and manual exposure  
modes (p. 39) can be specified in section 1 of the custom menu (p. 92). This custom  
function has two options:  
Shutter speed - this is the default setting. Descriptions in the manual are based on this.  
When using program shift (p. 41), PS is displayed as the exposure mode and the  
exposure is shifted based on the displayed shutter speed. If the lighting changes, the  
shutter speed remains fixed and the aperture changes for the exposure.  
In manual exposure (p. 44), the control dial changes the shutter speed. Press and hold  
the exposure-compensation button and turn the control dial to change the aperture.  
Aperture - When using program shift (p. 41), PA is displayed as the exposure mode and  
the exposure is shifted based on the displayed aperture. If the lighting changes, the  
aperture remains fixed and the shutter speed changes for the exposure.  
In manual exposure (p. 44), the control dial changes the aperture. Press and hold the  
exposure-compensation button and turn the control dial to change the shutter speed.  
EXPOSURE COMPENSATION SETUP  
Exposure compensation setup is set in section 1 of the custom menu (p. 92). This custom  
function has two options:  
Ambient & flash - when using exposure compensation with the flash, both the ambient  
and flash exposure controls are adjusted.  
Ambient only - the flash exposure is fixed and only the ambient exposure controls  
(shutter speed, aperture, and camera sensitivity) adjust the exposure.  
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AF ILLUMINATOR  
The built-in flash is used as an AF Illuminator. When the  
scene is too dark for the camera to focus, raise the built-in  
flash. It fires a few short bursts to provide light for the  
camera to focus. When an accessory flash is attached, the  
flash unit is used as the AF illuminator. The AF illuminator  
can be turned on and off in section 1 of the custom menu  
(p. 92).  
Priority setup AF  
FocusHoldButt. Focus hold  
The range of the AF Illuminator is approximately 1 to 5 m (  
3.3 to 16.4 ft.). It does not fire when using the continuous  
AF focus mode. The AF illuminator may not operate with  
focal lengths of 300mm or longer or with the 3x-1x Macro  
Zoom.  
AEL button  
Ctrl dial set  
AE hold  
Shutter speed  
Exp. comp. set Ambient&flash  
AF illuminator On  
CARD SHUTTER LOCK  
Shutter lock  
Shutter lock  
AF area setup 0.3s. display  
Monitor disp.  
Rec. display  
Play. display  
On: no card  
On: no lens  
The card shutter lock prevents the shutter from releasing  
when no memory card is inserted in the camera. The  
shutter lock is turned on and off in section 2 of the custom  
menu (p. 92).  
Automatic  
Auto rotate  
Auto rotate  
LENS SHUTTER LOCK  
The shutter lock prevents the shutter opening and exposing the CCD to dust when no  
lens is mounted on the camera. Turn the shutter lock off when attaching the camera to a  
telescope or microscope. The shutter lock is turned on and off in section 2 of the custom  
menu (p. 92).  
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AF AREA SETUP  
The spot focus or local AF areas are illuminated when the  
camera focuses. The illumination period is selected in  
section 2 of the custom menu (p. 92) between 0.3 seconds  
and 0.6 seconds. AF area illuminator activation can also be  
turned off.  
AF area illuminator  
MONITOR DISPLAY SETUP  
Shutter lock  
Shutter lock  
AF area setup 0.3s. display  
Monitor disp.  
Rec. display  
Play. display  
On: no card  
On: no lens  
Automatic and manual monitor display is selected in section  
2 of the custom menu (p. 92). The automatic option uses  
the viewfinder eye sensors to turn the monitor off when  
using the viewfinder. The manual option requires the  
monitor to be turned off using the display button (p. 33).  
Automatic  
Auto rotate  
Auto rotate  
RECORDING DISPLAY SETUP  
The auto-rotate and horizontal display is selected in section  
2 of the custom menu (p. 92). The auto-rotate option  
automatically changes the recording display as the camera  
orientation is moved between horizontal and vertical  
positions. The horizontal option fixes the display to the  
horizontal position.  
PLAYBACK DISPLAY SETUP  
The auto-rotate and manual-rotate options are selected in  
section 2 of the custom menu (p. 92). The auto-rotate  
option records camera orientation with the image file so that  
it is displayed correctly with the camera and DiMAGE  
Master Lite. The manual option does not tag images. When  
the manual option is selected, previously recorded images  
are not affected and are rotated when played back.  
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SETUP MENU  
The setup menu controls camera operation. See page 91 on how to open the setup  
menu.  
Use the left/right keys of the controller to highlight the  
appropriate menu tab; the menus change as the tabs are  
highlighted.  
When the required menu section is displayed, use the  
up/down key to scroll through the menu options. Highlight  
the option whose setting needs to be changed.  
Press the right controller key to display the settings; the current setting is  
indicated by an arrow. To return to the menu options, press the left key.  
Use the up/down key to highlight the new setting. If “Enter” is displayed, press  
the central button of the controller to continue.  
Press the central button of the controller to select the highlighted setting.  
Once a setting has been selected, the cursor returns to  
the menu options and the new setting is displayed.  
Changes can continue to be made.  
Camera Notes  
The control dial moves the cursor left and right in the  
menus.  
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To set monitor brightness (p. 100).  
LCDbrightness  
Transfer mode  
Video output  
Audio signals On  
Language  
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To specify camera operation with a computer (p. 100).  
To switch video output between NTSC and PAL (p. 101).  
To change or turn off audio signals (p. 102).  
To set the menu language (p. 102).  
Data storage  
NTSC  
English  
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Date/Time set  
To set the camera’s clock and calendar (p. 103).  
To activate file number memory (p. 103).  
To select the folder name format (p. 104).  
To select the destination folder for recorded images (p. 104).  
To create a new folder (p. 104).  
File # memory  
Folder name  
Select folder  
New folder  
Off  
Std. form  
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To specify monitor backlight illumination period (p. 105).  
To set the auto-power-save period (p. 105).  
LCDbacklight  
Power save  
5 sec.  
3 min.  
To memorize the last menu section opened (p. 106).  
To change the confirmation screen’s default setting (p. 106).  
Read cleaning instructions before using (p. 106).  
To reset camera functions (p. 108).  
MenuSec.Memory Off  
Delete conf.  
Clean CCD  
“No”  
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Reset default  
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LCD BRIGHTNESS  
Monitor brightness is adjusted in section 1 of the setup  
menu. Highlight “Enter” and press the central button of the  
controller to open the LCD brightness setup screen.  
LCDbrightness Enter  
Transfer mode  
Video output  
Audio signals  
Language  
Date/Time set  
Set LCD brightness  
Low  
Brightness is controlled in eleven levels. Use the  
left/right controller keys to adjust the brightness,  
the monitor adjusts accordingly.  
High  
Press the central button of the controller to set  
the level and complete the operation. Press the  
menu button to close the screen without  
applying any changes.  
:adjust  
:enter  
TRANSFER MODE  
The data-transfer mode must be specified depending on whether the camera is used to  
transfer data to a computer or print images with a PictBridge compatible printer. Select  
the appropriate option:  
Data storage - to transfer data between the camera and a computer. This option must  
be selected when moving image files to a computer or when using the DiMAGE Master  
Lite software.  
PTP - to print images with a PictBridge compatible printer. See page 126 for more on  
PictBridge.  
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VIDEO OUTPUT  
Camera images can be displayed on a television. The video output can be changed  
between NTSC and PAL. North America uses the NTSC standard and Europe uses the  
PAL standard. Check which standard is used in your region to play back images on your  
television set.  
VIEWING IMAGES ON A TELEVISION  
It is possible to view camera images on your television. The camera has a video-out  
terminal which can be used to connect the camera to a television using the supplied  
video cable.  
1. Turn off the television and the camera.  
2. Slide the card-slot door toward the back of the camera to  
release the safety catch and open.  
3. Insert the plug of the video cable into the camera’s video-  
out terminal.  
4. Plug the other end of the video cable into the video input  
terminal on the television.  
5. Turn the television on.  
6. Change the television to the video channel.  
7. Turn on the camera and press playback button. The  
camera’s monitors do not activate when the camera is  
attached to a television. The playback-mode display is  
visible on the television screen.  
8. View images as described in the playback section. Because  
of the broadcast standard used to display television  
images, image quality and resolution will appear lower than  
when displayed on a computer monitor.  
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AUDIO SIGNALS  
LCDbrightness  
Transfer mode  
Video output  
Audio signals On  
Language  
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When the shutter-release button is pressed partway down,  
an audio signal gives a positive confirmation the AF system  
has focused. This signals can be turned off in section 1 of  
the setup menu (p. 98).  
Data storage  
NTSC  
English  
Date/Time set  
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LANGUAGE  
The language used in the menus can be changed. Highlight  
the current language and press the center of the controller  
to open the language setup screen.  
LCDbrightness  
Transfer mode  
Video output  
Audio signals  
Language  
English  
Date/Time set  
Language  
Use the four-way keys of the controller to select  
the menu language.  
Japanese  
English  
Svenska  
Russian  
Deutsch  
Français  
Español  
italiano  
:select  
Chinese (CS)  
Chinese (CT)  
Korean  
Press the central button of the controller to set  
the language. Press the menu button to close  
the screen without making any changes.  
:enter  
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DATE AND TIME SETUP  
It is important to accurately set the clock. When a still image is recorded, the date and  
time of the recording are saved with the image and are displayed during playback or can  
be read with the DiMAGE Master Lite software. When the Date/Time-set option is  
selected and entered in section 1 of the setup menu, the date/time screen is displayed.  
Date/Time set  
2005 .  
Use the left/right keys of the controller or rear  
control dial to select the item to be changed.  
10 .  
23  
Use the up/down keys or front control dial to change  
the item.  
13 : 14  
YYYY/MM/DD  
Press the central button of the controller to  
complete the operation.  
:sel.  
:adj.  
:enter  
FILE NUMBER (#) MEMORY  
File # memory  
Folder name  
Select folder  
New folder  
Off  
When file number memory is selected, if a new folder is  
created, the first file stored in the folder will have a number  
one greater than the last file saved. This allows multiple  
folders to be created, but the image file numbers will be in  
the order in which they were shot. If the file number memory  
is disabled, the image file name will have a number one  
greater than the last image saved in the folder.  
Std. form  
100KM028  
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If file number memory is active and the memory card is changed, the first file saved to  
the new card will have a number one greater than the last file saved on the previous card  
if the new card does not contain an image with a greater file number. If it does, the file  
number of the new image will be one greater than the greatest on the card.  
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FOLDER NAME  
All recorded images are stored in folders on the memory card. Folder  
names come in two formats: standard and date.  
Standard folders have an eight character name. The initial folder is  
named 100KM028. The first three digits are the folder’s serial number,  
which increases by one each time a new folder is created. The next two  
letters refer to Konica Minolta, and the last three numbers indicate the  
camera used; 028 indicates a Maxxum/Dynax 5D.  
100KM028  
(Standard)  
A date folder name also starts with the three digit serial number and is  
followed by one register for the year, two register for the month, and two  
registers for the day: 100YMMDD. The folder 10150801 was created in  
2005 on August 1st.  
10150801  
(Date)  
With the date folder format selected, when an image is recorded a new folder with the  
day’s date is created. All images recorded that day are placed in that folder. Images  
recorded on a different day are placed in a new folder with the corresponding date. When  
a new folder is created, the serial number in the image-file name is reset to 0001 unless  
file number memory is active. For more information on folder organization and file names,  
see page 120.  
SELECT FOLDER  
File # memory  
Folder name  
Select folder  
New folder  
Off  
This option specifies in which folder images are saved. Only  
folders with a standard folder name can be selected. If the  
date folder name option is used, images are placed in a  
folder with the corresponding date of recording. Select  
folder is in section 2 of the setup menu (p. 98).  
Std. form  
100KM028  
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NEW FOLDER  
File # memory  
Folder name  
Select folder  
New folder Enter  
This allows the creation of new folders. The folder-name  
option in section 2 of the setup menu specifies the folder-  
name format. If multiple date-format folders are created,  
only the last folder can be used for storing images.  
Highlight “Enter” and press the center of the controller to  
create a new folder.  
The new folder name is displayed briefly. Every time a new  
folder is created, the folder number increases automatically  
by one greater than the highest folder number on the  
memory card.  
101KM028 folder created.  
LCD BACKLIGHT  
LCD backlight  
Power save  
MenuSec.Memory Off  
Delete conf.  
Clean CCD  
Reset default  
5 sec.  
3 min.  
The LCD monitor backlight turns off to conserve power after  
a certain period. Press a camera button to restore the  
display. This period can be set to 5, 10, 30, or 60 seconds  
in section 3 of the setup menu (p, 98).  
“No”  
–
–
AUTO POWER SAVE  
The camera shuts down to conserve battery power if no operation is made within a  
certain period. The length of this period can be changed to 1, 3, 5, 10, or 30 minutes. To  
restore power, press the shutter-release button partway down. When the camera is  
connected to the computer, the auto-power-save period is set to ten minutes. This period  
cannot be changed.  
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MENU SECTION MEMORY  
LCD backlight  
Power save  
MenuSec.Memory Off  
Delete conf.  
Clean CCD  
Reset default  
5 sec.  
3 min.  
The camera can remember which menu section was last  
opened. If the menu section memory function is on, when  
the menu button is pressed, the last menu section that was  
last displayed is opened. When menu section memory is  
off, section 1 of the recording or playback menu is displayed  
when the menu button is pressed.  
“No”  
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–
DELETE CONFIRMATION  
Each time a delete command is used a confirmation screen  
appears confirming the action to erase the image data.  
When this screen opens, the no button is highlighted. This  
function allows the yes button to be initially highlighted to  
make deleting images easier. Care should be taken when  
deleting images as the data cannot be retrieved once  
erased.  
Delete?  
Yes  
No  
CLEAN CCD  
Only clean the CCD when necessary. Improper cleaning may damage the CCD.  
Dust can enter the camera body when changing lenses. The camera should have a lens  
or body cap mounted at all times. Confirm the rear of the lens and cap is free from dust  
before mounting on the body.  
Clean the CCD in a dust-free environment. Use a blower brush to remove the dust -  
compressed air can damage the camera.  
Accessory Notes  
The optional DiMAGE Master software can remove the affects of dust from RAW images. This is  
done by taking a dust reference image before cleaning the CCD. For more on the full version of  
DiMAGE Master, see page 81 or visit us on the web.  
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The battery should be fully charged before cleaning the  
CCD. If battery power is low, this function cannot be used.  
The use of the optional AC adapter is recommended over  
the use of the battery. Cleaning the CCD without sufficient  
power will cause permanent damage.  
LCD backlight  
Power save  
MenuSec.Memory  
Delete conf.  
Clean CCD  
Enter  
Highlight “Enter” and press the center of the controller to  
begin the cleaning routine.  
Reset default  
LCD backlight  
After cleaning CCD,  
turn camera off. Continue?  
Before the CCD is exposed, a confirmation screen appears;  
choosing “Yes” executes opens the shutter and mirror, “No”  
cancels the cleaning operation.  
No  
Yes  
Reset default  
Remove the lens or body cap.  
Use a blower brush to clean the CCD. Hold the body so it  
is leaning forward to prevent the dust blown from the CCD  
resettling in the camera. Do not touch the interior of the  
camera. If the camera starts beeping, power is low.  
Immediately stop cleaning and turn the camera off.  
Turn the camera off to complete the operation. Replace the  
lens or body cap.  
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RESET DEFAULT  
This option resets all camera modes and menus. When selected, a confirmation screen  
appears; choosing “Yes” resets the following functions and settings, “No” cancels the  
operation.  
Recording and Playback mode  
Recording display  
Playback display  
Drive mode  
Full display  
Single frame  
Single-frame advance  
±0.0  
p. 33  
p. 37  
p. 50  
p. 48  
p. 60  
p. 54  
p. 57  
p. 58  
p. 59  
p. 61  
p. 63  
p. 65  
p. 66  
p. 67  
Exposure compensation  
Flash compensation  
Camera sensitivity  
AF area  
±0.0  
ISO 100 (auto in auto recording)  
Wide focus area  
AF-A  
AF mode  
Metering mode  
Color mode  
Multi segment  
Natural  
Reset  
Daylight ±0  
Digital Effects Control  
Preset white balance  
Custom white balance  
Color temperature  
Reset (Daylight)  
5500K, green/magenta shift reset  
Recording menu  
Image size  
Image quality  
Instant playback  
Noise reduction  
Flash mode  
L: 3008 x 2000  
Fine  
2 seconds  
p. 72  
p. 72  
p. 74  
p. 74  
p. 75  
p. 79  
p. 80  
On  
Fill flash  
ADI  
Flash control  
Bracketing order  
Normal, underexpose, overexpose  
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Playback menu  
View folder  
Index format  
Date imprint  
All folders  
9 frame  
Off  
p. 85  
p. 87  
p. 90  
Custom menu  
AF/Shutter-release priority setup  
Focus-hold button setup  
AEL button setup  
Control-dial setup  
Exposure compensation setup  
AF illuminator  
AF priority  
Focus hold  
AE hold  
Shutter speed  
Ambient & flash  
On  
p. 93  
p. 94  
p. 94  
p. 95  
p. 95  
p. 96  
p. 96  
p. 96  
p. 97  
p. 97  
p. 97  
p. 97  
Card shutter lock  
Lens shutter lock  
AF area setup  
On  
On  
0.3 second display  
Automatic  
Auto rotate  
Auto rotate  
Monitor display setup  
Recording display setup  
Playback display setup  
Setup menu  
LCD brightness  
Transfer mode  
Reset  
Data storage  
On  
p. 100  
p. 100  
p. 102  
p. 103  
p. 104  
p. 105  
p. 105  
p. 106  
p. 106  
Audio signal  
File number memory  
Folder name  
LCD backlight period  
Auto-power-save period  
Menu section memory  
Delete confirmation  
Off  
Standard form  
5 seconds  
3 minutes  
Off  
“No”  
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ACCESSORY NOTES  
This section contains operation and compatibility information with camera accessories.  
Please read it in its entirety to achieve the best results with your camera.  
LENS COMPATIBILITY  
All Konica Minolta AF lenses are compatible with this camera. MD and MC series lenses  
cannot be used. For our current line of lenses, contact your Konica Minolta dealer.  
The AF Macro Zoom 3X - 1X f/1.7-2.8 cannot be used with Anti-Shake (p. 32); turn Anti-  
Shake off. If a lens is equipped with a macro release, the release cannot be used with  
Anti-Shake. Focus range limiters set to a range that does not include infinity cannot be  
used. The focus range limiter on the SSM-series or D-series macro lenses can be used  
at any set range. Anti-Shake may not work with products made by another manufacturer.  
LENS SHADOWING  
Lens shadowing occurs when the lens or lens hood blocks part of the output from the  
built-in flash. Lens shadowing appears as a semi-circular shadow at the bottom  
(horizontal pictures) or side (vertical pictures) of the image. Remove the lens hood before  
using the built-in flash. Focus distance must be 1m / 3.3ft or greater. The built-in flash can  
not be used with the AF 600mm f/4 Apo G(HS).  
FOCAL-LENGTH CONVERSION  
Because the CCD is smaller than a 35mm frame, the angle of view obtained at a specific  
focal length is not the same. To calculate the approximate equivalent 35mm focal length,  
multiply the focal length in use by 1.5. A 100mm lens gives about the same angle of view  
as a 150mm lens on a 35mm camera.  
CCD-PLANE  
For some technical photographic applications such as  
macro photography, the position of the CCD plane is  
necessary. The illustration shows the approximate  
location of the CCD plane.  
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ATTACHING THE EYEPIECE CAP  
The supplied eyepiece cap prevents light from entering through the viewfinder and  
affecting the exposure meter or fogging the image when using the self-timer or during  
long exposures.  
Carefully slide the eyepiece cup from around the  
viewfinder frame by pushing on each side of the  
cup.  
Slide the eyepiece cap over the viewfinder. The cap  
should be attached to the camera strap to prevent  
loss. Replace the eyepiece cup after the exposure.  
OPTIONAL VIEWFINDER ACCESSORIES  
The Angle Finder VN and Magnifier VN can be used with this camera. The Angle Finder  
makes using the camera at low angles easier. The Magnifier enlarges the center of the  
viewfinder image for critical focusing especially for macro photography. These  
accessories are mounted on the viewfinder frame as described above. For more  
information on these and other accessories, contact your Konica Minolta dealer.  
ATTACHING A REMOTE CORD  
The optional remote cords (RC-1000S or RC-1000L) can be used  
to reduce vibrations from touching the camera during long  
exposures. Open the remote-control terminal cover from the right.  
The cover is attached to the body to prevent loss; take care not the  
sever the connector. Insert the plug of the remote cord into the  
terminal (1).  
The cord can be attached to the camera strap. Open the  
remote-cord clip on the strap and push the cord into the  
grove. Close the clip until it clicks into place (2).  
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ATTACHING AN ACCESSORY FLASH UNIT  
To extend the versatility of the camera, an accessory flash unit (sold separately) can be  
used. Always remove the accessory flash when the camera is not in use, and replace the  
accessory-shoe cap to protect the contacts.  
Slide the accessory-shoe cap off as shown.  
Mount the flash unit on the accessory shoe  
by sliding it forward until it stops.  
FLASH COMPATIBILITY  
The following flash units are compatible with this camera:  
Maxxum/Program Flash 2500(D)  
Maxxum/Program Flash 3600HS(D)  
Maxxum/Program Flash 5600HS(D)  
Macro Ring Flash 1200 with Macro Flash Controller  
Macro Twin Flash 2400 with Macro Flash Controller  
HIGH-SPEED SYNC. (HSS)  
This camera is compatible with the High Speed Sync.  
(HSS) function in the Program/Maxxum Flash 5600HS(D)  
and 3600HS(D). This allows the camera to use its full  
range of shutter speeds up to 1/4000 second. HSS cannot  
be used with the 2-second self-timer drive mode nor the  
rear sync. flash mode.  
Attach a compatible flash unit to the camera. Set the flash  
unit to HSS. When the shutter speed exceeds the camera  
sync. speed, the High Speed Sync. indicator (H) is  
displayed on the monitor and in the viewfinder.  
High Speed Sync. indicator  
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PC FLASH ADAPTER PCT-100  
The PC Flash Adapter PCT-100 allows a studio or location flash system to be connected  
to the camera with a standard PC cord. The adapter is compatible with both center  
positive (normal polarity) and center negative (positive polarity) flash units with a voltage  
of 400V or lower. The software upgrade included with the PCT-100 should not be used.  
To ensure correct exposures, use the manual exposure mode. Set the shutter speed  
equal to or slower than the flash duration; refer to the flash unit’s instruction manual. The  
camera’s flash-compensation function has no affect on the flash exposure. To make an  
exposure bracket, press and hold the AEL button during the bracketing series to control  
the exposure with the aperture rather than the shutter speed.  
The use of custom white balance is recommended. When calibrating the camera, use the  
shutter speed and aperture settings require for the final exposure. A gray card may have  
to be used as the reference target with powerful flash units to reduce the intensity of the  
illumination. If custom white balance is not practical, use the preset daylight or flash  
setting or set the color temperature to the flash unit’s color temperature if known; auto  
white balance is not recommended.  
ABOUT THE BATTERY CHARGER CORD  
The included AC cord is designed for the current of the sales region. Only use the cord  
in the region it was purchased.  
Region  
Product code  
APC-150  
APC-160  
APC-170  
APC-151  
APC-230  
Continental Europe, Korea, Singapore (220-240V)  
Great Britain, Hong Kong (220V-240V)  
United States, Canada, Japan, Taiwan (100V-120V)  
China (220-240V)  
Australia (220-240V)  
Accessory Notes  
The External High-Power Battery Pack Kit EPB-100 is not compatible with this camera.  
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DATA-TRANSFER MODE  
Read this section carefully before connecting the camera to a computer. This manual  
does not cover the basic operation of computers or their operating systems; please refer  
to the manual supplied with your computer.  
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS  
For the camera to be connected directly to the computer and used as a mass-storage  
device, the computer must be equipped with a USB port as a standard interface. The  
computer and the operating system must be guaranteed by their manufacturers to  
support USB interface. The following operating systems are compatible with the camera:  
Windows 98, 98SE, Me, 2000 Professional, and XP  
Macintosh OS 9.0 ~ 9.2.2 and Mac OS X 10.1.3 ~ 10.1.5, 10.2.1 ~ 10.2.8, 10.3 ~ 10.3.9, 10.4 ~ 10.4.1  
Compatibility with Windows XP is with the home or professional editions only. Check the  
Konica Minolta web site for the latest compatibility information:  
North America: http://www.konicaminolta.us/  
Europe: http://www.konicaminoltasupport.com  
Users with Windows 98 or 98 second edition will need to install the driver software on the  
included Digital Camera Software CD-ROM (p. 116). No special driver software is  
required for other Windows or Macintosh operating systems.  
Customers who have bought a previous DiMAGE or Dynax / Maxxum digital camera and  
have installed the Windows 98 driver software must repeat the installation procedure.  
The updated version of the driver software included on the supplied Digital Camera  
Software CD-ROM is required for the operation of the this camera with a computer. The  
new software will have no affect on the performance of previous cameras.  
A remote camera driver is supplied in the Windows edition of the Digital Camera Software  
CD-ROM. This driver is not compatible with this camera.  
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CONNECTING THE CAMERA TO A COMPUTER  
A fully charged battery should be used when the camera is connected to a computer. The  
AC adapter (sold separately) is recommended over the use of batteries. For users with  
Windows 98, read the section on how to install the necessary driver before connecting  
the camera to a computer.  
1. Confirm the data-transfer option in section 1 of the setup  
menu is set to “Data storage” (p. 98). Turn the camera off.  
2. Start up the computer. The computer must be on before  
connecting the camera.  
3. Slide the card-slot door toward the back of the camera to  
release the safety catch and open. Attach the smaller plug  
of the USB cable to the camera. The plug should be firmly  
attached.  
4. Attach the other end of the USB cable to the computer’s  
USB port. The plug should be firmly attached. The camera  
should be connected directly to the computer’s USB port.  
Using a USB hub may prevent proper operation.  
Initializing USB connection.  
5. With a memory card inserted, turn on the camera. A screen  
appears to indicate the start of the connection process.  
When the connection is made, the camera’s monitors turn  
off. To change the card while the camera is connected to a  
computer, see page 124.  
Desktop: Mac OS  
With the camera properly connected to Windows XP or Mac OS  
X, a window may open to download image data; follow the  
instructions in the window. A drive icon, or volume, appears in  
My Computer or on the desktop; the volume name varies with  
memory card and operating system. If the volume does not  
appear, disconnect the camera, restart the computer, and  
repeat the procedure.  
My Computer: Windows  
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CONNECTING TO WINDOWS 98 / 98 SECOND EDITION  
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, inset it into the CD-ROM drive and follow the  
accompanying instructions on the screen. No special driver software is required for other  
Windows operating systems.  
AUTOMATIC INSTALLATION  
Before connecting the camera to the  
computer, place the Digital Camera  
Software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM  
drive. The Digital Camera Software  
installer  
launcher  
opens.  
To  
automatically install the Windows 98  
USB driver, click on the “Install the  
Windows 98 USB mass-storage  
driver” button. A window appears to  
confirm that the driver should be  
installed; click “Yes” to continue.  
When the driver has been  
successfully installed,  
a
window  
appears. Click “OK.” Restart the  
computer before connecting the  
camera (p. 115).  
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Manual installation  
To install the Windows 98 driver manually, follow the  
instructions in the connecting-the-camera-to-a-  
computer section on page 115.  
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  
Digital Camera Software 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  
browse window can be used to indicate the driver  
location. The driver should be located in the CD-  
ROM drive at :\Win98\USB. When the location is  
shown in the window, click “Next.”  
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The add new hardware wizard confirms the location  
of the driver. One of three drivers may be located:  
MNLVENUM.inf, USBPDR.inf, or USBSTRG.inf. The  
letter designating the CD-ROM drive varies between  
computers. Click “Next” to install the driver in the  
system.  
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 icon is displayed. Double click on  
the icon to access the camera’s memory card; see  
page 120.  
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AUTO POWER SAVE (DATA-TRANSFER MODE)  
If the camera does not receive a read or write command within ten minutes, it shuts down  
to save power. When the camera shuts down, an unsafe-removal-of-device warning may  
appear on the computer monitor. Click “OK.” Neither the camera or computer will be  
damaged in this operation.  
Unplug the USB cable and turn off the camera. Remake the USB connection by  
reattaching the cable and turning the camera on.  
Konica Minolta History  
On February 20th, 1962, John Glenn became the first American to orbit the Earth. On  
board his Friendship 7 spacecraft was a Minolta Hi-matic camera to record that historic  
event. The 4 hour, 55 minute, and 23 second flight orbited the Earth three times at an  
average speed of 28,000 kph (17,500 mph).  
Mr. Glenn visited our Sakai camera factory in Japan on May  
24th, 1963 to plant a palm tree to celebrate the occasion.  
The palm tree is still in the courtyard of the factory and  
stands over eight meters tall (26ft).  
The camera? It was not lost. It is on display at the  
Smithsonian Institution’s National Air and Space  
Museum in Washington D.C. This and other  
objects from John Glenn’s Friendship 7 Mercury  
flight can be found in galley 210, “Apollo to the  
Moon.”  
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MEMORY CARD FOLDER ORGANIZATION  
Once the camera is connected to the computer, image files can be  
accessed by double clicking on icons. Image folders are located in  
the DCIM folder. To copy images, simply drag and drop the file icon  
into a location in the computer.  
Drive Icon  
Files and folders on the memory card can  
be deleted using the computer. Changing  
file names or adding other types of data to  
the card with a computer may cause the  
camera to malfunction.  
The misc. folder  
contains DPOF  
print files (p. 88).  
Dcim  
Misc  
From left to right: standard folder and date folder (p.  
104).  
100KM028 10150801  
PICT0001.MRW  
PICT0002.JPG  
PICT0003.JPE  
PICT0003.THM  
_ICT0004.JPG  
Extra fine, fine,  
or standard  
image  
Extra fine, fine,  
or standard  
Adobe RGB  
image  
PICT0001.THM  
RAW image  
Extra fine, fine,  
or standard  
embedded  
Adobe RGB  
image  
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Image file names begin with “PICT” followed by a four-digit file number and a mrw, jpg,  
jpe, or thm extension. The thumbnail images (thm) are used in camera and DiMAGE  
Master Lite operation. If a RAW or JPEG image uses the Adobe RGB color mode without  
an embedded profile, the file name begins with “_ICT.”  
When a new folder is created, the first three digits in the folder name is one greater than  
the largest folder number on the card. When the file number in the image file name  
exceeds 9,999, a new folder is created with a number one greater than the greatest folder  
number on the memory card: e.g. from 100KM028 to 101KM028.  
The file number on the image file may not correspond to its frame number on the camera.  
As images are deleted in the camera, the frame counter adjust itself to show the number  
of images on the card and reassign the frame numbers accordingly. The file numbers on  
the image files do not change when an image is deleted. When a new image is recorded,  
it is assigned a number one greater than the largest file number in the folder. File  
numbers can be controlled with the file-number-memory function in section 2 of the setup  
menu (p. 103).  
Camera Notes  
Image files contain exif tag data. This data includes the time and date the image was recorded as  
well as the camera settings used. This data can be viewed with the camera or the DiMAGE  
Master and DiMAGE Master Lite software.  
If a camera image is opened in an image-processing application that does not support Exif tags,  
and then the image is saved overwriting the original data, the Exif tag information is erased. Some  
Exif compatible applications rewrite the Exif data preventing DiMAGE Master Lite from reading it.  
When using software other than DiMAGE Master or DiMAGE Master Lite, always rename the  
image file to protect the exif tag data.  
To view images correctly on your computer, the monitor’s color space may need to be adjusted.  
Refer to your computer manual on how to calibrate the display to the following requirements:  
sRGB, with a color temperature of 6500K, and a gamma of 2.2.  
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DISCONNECTING THE CAMERA FROM THE COMPUTER  
Never disconnect the camera when the access lamp is lit - the data or  
memory card may permanently be damaged.  
WINDOWS 98 / 98 SECOND EDITION  
Confirm the access lamp is not lit. Turn off the camera and then disconnect the USB  
cable. If Kodak EasyShare is open, quit the application before disconnecting the camera.  
WINDOWS XP, 2000 PROFESSIONAL, AND ME  
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 safe-to-remove-hardware message  
appears. Disconnect the USB cable.  
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When more than one external device is connected to the  
computer, repeat the procedure above except right click on  
the unplug-or-eject-hardware icon to open the unplug-or-  
eject-hardware window.  
The hardware devices connected to the system are  
displayed. Click the display-device-components check box.  
Highlight the device to be stopped by clicking on it then click  
“Stop.”  
A confirmation screen appears to indicate the devices to be  
stopped. Clicking “OK” stops the device.  
The safe-to-remove-hardware message appears.  
Disconnect the USB cable.  
MACINTOSH  
Confirm that the access lamp is not lit and then drag the  
mass-storage device icon and drop it into the trash.  
Disconnect the USB cable.  
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CHANGING THE MEMORY CARD (DATA-TRANSFER MODE)  
Care should be taken when changing memory cards while the camera is attached  
to the computer. Data could be lost or damaged if the camera is not properly  
disconnected. Always confirm the access lamp is out before removing the memory  
card.  
WINDOWS 98 / 98 SECOND EDITION  
1. Turn off the camera.  
2. Change the memory card.  
3. Turn on the camera to remake the USB connection.  
If Kodak EasyShare is open, quit the application before turning off the camera.  
WINDOWS ME, 2000 PROFESSIONAL, AND XP  
1. Stop the USB connection using the unplug-or-eject-hardware routine (p. 122).  
2. Turn off the camera.  
3. Change the memory card.  
4. Turn on the camera to remake the USB connection.  
MACINTOSH  
1. Stop the USB connection by dragging the drive icon into the trash (p. 123).  
2. Turn off the camera.  
3. Change the memory card.  
4. Turn on the camera to remake the USB connection.  
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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. Windows 2000 and XP: select the hardware tab in the properties window and click the  
device-manager button.  
Windows 98 and Me: click the device-manager tab in the properties window.  
4. The driver file will be located in the universal-serial-bus-controller or other-devices  
location of the device manager. Click on the locations to display the files. The driver  
should be indicated with Konica Minolta, the camera name, or “USB Mass Storage  
Device.” Under certain conditions, the driver name may not contain these names.  
However, the driver will be indicated by either a question mark or exclamation point.  
5. Click on the driver to select it.  
6. Windows 2000 and XP: click on the action button to display the drop-down menu.  
Select “uninstall.” A confirmation screen will appear. Clicking “Yes” will remove the  
driver from the system.  
Windows 98 and Me: click the remove button. A confirmation screen will appear.  
Clicking “Yes” will remove the driver from the system.  
7. Disconnect the USB cable and turn off the camera. Restart the computer.  
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PICTBRIDGE  
Confirm the transfer-mode option in section 1 of the setup  
menu is set to PTP. Connect the camera to a PictBridge  
compatible printer using the camera’s USB cable. The  
larger plug on the cable is connected to the printer. Slide  
the card-slot door toward the back of the camera to release  
the safety catch and open. Insert the smaller plug of the  
cable into the camera. Turn the camera on; the PictBridge  
screen is displayed automatically.  
Individual still images can be selected for printing on the PictBridge screen; RAW and  
images with the embedded Adobe RGB color profile (p. 61) are not displayed and cannot  
be selected. Adobe RGB images without an embedded profile can be selected, but color  
reproduction may not be accurate because of printer compatibility with the color space.  
For other printing options, see the menu navigation section on page 128.  
Total number of prints  
Use the left/right keys of the controller to display  
Number of copies  
the image to be printed.  
Press the up key to select the number of copies  
to be printed. To deselect an image for printing,  
press the down key until the number of copies  
reaches zero. A maximum number of fifty images  
can be printed.  
Repeat the previous steps until all the images to  
be printed are selected. Press the central button  
of the controller to continue.  
:move  
:select :print  
PictBridge screen  
The display button switches between the single frame and index playback formats on the  
PictBridge screen. Enlarged playback, activated with the enlarge button (p. 38), can be  
used to examine image files on the screen.  
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No. of prints:  
Print size:  
Layout:  
Print quality:  
Data print:  
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The number of prints in the print run are displayed as well  
as the print parameters selected with the menu. See the  
menu navigation section for more information (p. 128).  
Press the central button of the controller to begin printing,  
or press the menu button to return to the PictBridge screen.  
Printer setup  
Printer setup  
Printer setup  
Printer setup  
:start  
Once printing begins, the operation can be canceled by  
pressing the center of the controller. The printing-finished  
message indicates the end of the operation; turn the  
camera off to end the routine.  
Printing finished.  
OK  
NOTES ON PRINTING ERRORS  
If the battery is exhausted before the print run is complete, printing is canceled. Use a  
fully-charged battery or the optional AC adapter.  
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 center of the controller 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 deselect the images that were printed.  
Printing Notes  
Always confirm printer and camera settings before a print run to minimize errors. Setting print  
parameters with the PictBridge menu (p. 128) avoids having to set up the printer for each printing  
session, especially if the printer is used for multiple purposes.  
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NAVIGATING THE PICTBRIDGE MENU  
Pressing the menu button opens and closes the menu. The four-way keys of the  
controller and the control dials move the cursor in the menu. Pressing the central button  
of the controller enters a setting. The options that can be changed vary with the printer.  
Activate the menu with the menu button. Tab 1 at the top  
of the menu is highlighted.  
Use the left/right keys of the controller to highlight the  
appropriate menu tab; the menus change as the tabs are  
highlighted.  
Use the up/down key to scroll through the menu options. Highlight the option  
whose setting needs to be changed.  
With the menu option highlighted, press the right controller key; the settings  
are displayed with the current setting highlighted. If “Start” is displayed, press  
the center of the controller to continue.  
Use the up/down key to highlight the new setting.  
Press the central button of the controller to select the highlighted setting.  
Once a setting has been selected, the cursor returns to the menu options and the new  
setting is displayed. To return to the PictBridge screen, press the menu button. Read the  
following sections on information on the menu options.  
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Batch print  
Index print  
–
–
Paper size  
Layout  
Print quality  
Data print  
Printer setup  
Printer setup  
Printer setup  
Printer setup  
DPOF print  
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Index to menu functions  
Batch print, 129  
Data print, 131  
Index print, 129  
Layout, 130  
Print quality, 131  
DPOF print, 131  
Paper size, 130  
Batch print  
Batch print in section 1 selects all still images on the memory card for printing. Two  
options are available:  
All-frames - to print all images on the card. A screen opens so the number of copies of  
each image can be specified. A total number of fifty images can be printed.  
Reset - to cancel changes made with the batch print option or with the print selection  
screen.  
Index print  
No. of prints:  
Print size:  
Layout:  
Print quality:  
Data print:  
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An index print of all still images on the memory card can be  
made. The quality and size of the print can be specified with  
the camera menu. The number of images per page varies  
with the printer. The print-setup confirmation screen is  
displayed before the print routine starts.  
Printer setup  
Printer setup  
Printer setup  
Printer setup  
:start  
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Paper size  
The paper size of the print can be specified in section 2 of  
the PictBridge menu. The printer-setup option uses the size  
set with the printer.  
Paper size  
Layout  
Printer setup  
Print quality  
Data print  
Highlight the current size setting in the menu  
and press the central button of the controller to  
open the paper-size screen.  
:enter  
Paper size  
Use the four-way keys of the controller to  
highlight the paper size.  
Printer setup  
L
Postcard  
2L  
2” x 3” card  
100mm x 150mm  
4” x 6”  
8” x 10”  
Press the central button of the controller to set  
the paper size.  
Letter  
A4  
:sel.  
:enter  
Printing Notes  
The following are the dimensions for postcard, L, and 2L paper sizes  
in both millimeters and inches for your reference:  
Postcard  
100 X 148mm  
89 X 127mm  
127 X 178mm  
3.9 X 5.9 in.  
3.5 X 5.0 in.  
5.0 X 7.0 in.  
L
2L  
Layout  
The layout of the print can be set in section 2 of the PictBridge menu. The printer-setup  
option uses the layout parameters of the printer. Borderless printing can be specified with  
the camera as well as the number of images per page.  
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Print quality  
The print quality can be set in section 2 of the PictBridge menu. The printer-setup option  
uses the quality set with the printer. The fine quality can be specified with the camera.  
Data print  
Data can be printed with the image in section 2 of the PictBridge menu. The printer-setup  
option uses the options set with the printer. The date of capture and the file name can be  
selected for printing. Data printing can also be disabled with the menu.  
DPOF print  
DPOF print in section 3 allows still images and an index print selected with the DPOF  
printing options in section 2 of the playback menu to be printed from a DPOF compatible  
PictBridge printer. Simply select the start option from the menu to begin the routine.  
No. of prints:  
Print size:  
Layout:  
Print quality:  
Data print:  
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The number of prints in the print run are displayed; an index  
print is counted as one. Press the central button of the  
controller to begin printing, or press the menu button to  
return to the PictBridge menu.  
Printer setup  
Printer setup  
Printer setup  
Printer setup  
:start  
Once printing begins, the operation can be canceled by  
pressing the center of the controller. The printing-finished  
message indicates the end of the operation; press the  
center of the controller and turn the camera off to end the  
routine.  
Printing finished.  
OK  
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Kodak EasyShare software  
The all-in-one digital photography software solution gives you an effortless way to  
organize, print, and share your pictures.  
Organize your pictures  
Kodak EasyShare software automatically organizes your pictures so you can find and  
view them quickly. Or create custom albums and sort pictures your own way.  
Create beautiful prints  
Turn your digital pictures into great prints with no hassles – at home, online, or from  
your local retailer.  
Share precious memories  
Share your favorite pictures with family and friends quickly and simply, right from the  
software.  
Make the most out of your digital pictures  
Make good pictures great with simple-to-use editing tools.  
To take advantage of these features, install Kodak EasyShare software on your  
computer. Kodak EasyShare software is not supplied in all sales regions. The following  
are the system requirements for Kodak EasyShare software:  
Windows 98, 98SE, Me, 2000 Professional  
Mac OS X 10.2.3 ~ 10.2.8 or  
with Service Pack 1 or later,  
Mac OS X 10.3 ~ 10.3.8.  
XP Home or Professional.  
Apple QuickTime 6  
Safari 1.0 or later  
If you are running Windows 2000 or Windows XP, you require administrator privileges to  
install Kodak EasyShare software. For service and support, visit Kodak at:  
www.kodak.com/go/easysharesupportsw_english  
IMPORTANT: Install the software from the Digital Camera Software CD-ROM before  
connecting the camera to the computer. Failure to do so may cause the software to install  
incorrectly.  
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1.Close all software applications that are open on you computer (including antivirus  
software).  
2.Place the Digital Camera Software CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.  
3.Install the software:  
Windows OS-based computer – The launcher appears. Click the install Kodak  
EasyShare software button to begin the installation routine. If the install window does  
not appear, see software notes below.  
Mac OS X – Double-click the CD icon on the desktop and open the Kodak EasyShare  
folder. Click the Install icon to begin the installation routine.  
4.Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.  
Windows OS-based computer – On the setup-type screen, select Typical to  
automatically install all the applications. Select Custom to choose the applications you  
wish to install.  
Mac OS X – Follow the on-screen instructions.  
5.Restart the computer. If you turned off anti-virus software, turn it back on. See the anti-  
virus software manual for details.  
For  
information  
on  
Kodak  
EasyShare software, click the Help  
button in the main window or use the  
Help drop-down menu.  
Software Notes  
If the Windows installer does not start up automatically,  
initiate the run routine on the start menu. Click the  
browse button in the run dialog box and select the CD-  
ROM drive from the look-in box in the browse window.  
Open the appropriate application and language folders  
to located the Setup.exe file. Click on the Setup.exe file  
to display it in the run dialog box. Click OK.  
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DiMAGE Master Lite  
DiMAGE Master Lite is your entrance into digital imaging.  
Image-processing tools  
Color, contrast, saturation, and sharpness can be optimized to bring out the best in  
your images. Advanced RAW image processing for specific model DiMAGE cameras  
ensures high-quality results.  
Image information  
Detailed information on how and when the image was recorded as well as file  
specifications can be viewed.  
Picture editing  
Download and sort your images quickly and efficiently on your computer. Collections of  
images can be displayed automatically as a slide show.  
Color management  
The use of monitor and printer ICC profiles allows accurate display and printing of  
images.  
The following are the system requirements for DiMAGE Master Lite software:  
IBM PC/AT compatible computers  
Pentium II processor or higher  
(Pentium III or higher recommended)  
Apple Macintosh series computers  
PowerPC G3 or higher  
(PowerPC G4 or higher recommended)  
Windows 98, 98SE, Me,  
2000 Professional,XP  
Mac OS X: 10.1.3 ~ 10.1.5, 10.2.1 ~  
10.2.8, 10.3.0 ~ 10.3.9, 10.4 ~ 10.4.1  
128MB of RAM (256MB or more recommended)  
200MB or more of hard-disk space (100MB or more for installation)  
A 16-bit color monitor with a minimum resolution of 1024 X 768 (XGA) or higher.  
QuickTime 6 or later  
If you are running Windows 2000 or XP, you require administrator privileges to install  
DiMAGE Master Lite. Compatibility with Windows XP is with the Home or Professional  
editions. Computers with Windows 98 operating systems require Microsoft Internet  
Explorer 5.0 or later.  
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For a complete description of DiMAGE Master Lite, refer to the pdf manual on the  
supplied DiMAGE Instruction Manual CD-ROM. The manual is located in the manual  
folder on the CD-ROM and organized in language folders. Copy the file to your computer  
for reference.  
Adobe Reader is required to open the pdf manual. A copy of this software is included on  
the DiMAGE Instruction Manual CD-ROM and organized in language folders. Double  
click on the installer icon and follow the instructions on the installer screens to install the  
software. The latest version of Adobe Reader can be downloaded at www.adobe.com.  
1.Close all software applications that are open on your computer including antivirus  
software.  
2.Place the Digital Camera Software CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.  
3.Install the software:  
Windows based computer – The launcher appears. Click the camera support  
Applications button and then the install DiMAGE Master Lite button to begin the  
installation routine. If the launcher does not appear, see software notes on page 133.  
Mac OS X – Double-click the CD icon on the desktop, open the Utility folder, the  
DiMAGE Master Lite folder, and then the appropriate language folder. Click the Installer  
icon to begin the installation routine.  
4.Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. Refer to the Master Lite pdf  
instruction manual for detailed installation and operation instructions.  
5.If you turned off anti-virus software, turn it back on. See the anti-virus software manual  
for details.  
The full version of DiMAGE Master gives you all the tools to organize, examine, and  
process your images as well as sophisticated tools for RAW processing. For more on  
DiMAGE Master, see page 81 or visit us on the web at:  
North America: http://kmpi.konicaminolta.us/  
Europe:  
http://www.konicaminoltasupport.com  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
The section covers minor problems with basic camera operation. For major problems or  
damage to the camera or charger, or if a problem continues to reoccur frequently, contact  
a Konica Minolta service facility.  
Problem  
Symptom  
Cause  
Solution  
The battery is dead.  
Recharge battery (p. 20).  
Check that the adapter is  
connected to the camera and  
a live electrical outlet (p. 22).  
Nothing  
displayed on  
monitor.  
The AC adapter is not  
connected properly.  
Change the display mode to  
full or basic (p. 33).  
The camera  
will not work.  
Display mode set to off.  
Camera  
overheating  
message is  
displayed  
before shutting  
down.  
The camera is hot or it  
has been left in a very  
hot environment.  
Turn off the camera and allow  
it to cool.  
Memory card is full and Insert a new memory card (p.  
unable to store an image 24), delete some images (p.  
“0000” is  
displayed on  
the frame  
counter.  
at the image-quality or  
36), or change the image-  
image-size setting on the quality or image-size setting  
Shutter will  
not release.  
camera.  
(p. 70).  
“----” is  
displayed on No memory card in the  
Insert a memory card (p. 24).  
the frame  
counter.  
camera.  
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Problem  
Symptom  
Cause  
Solution  
Make sure the subject is  
within the focus range of the  
lens.  
Subject is too close.  
Focus signal is  
blinking.  
Use the focus-lock function to  
focus on an object at the  
same distance as the subject  
(p. 30) or use manual focus  
(p. 49).  
A special situation is  
preventing the autofocus  
system from  
Pictures are  
not sharp.  
focusing (p. 29)  
Pictures are  
taken indoors  
or in low-light  
situations  
Slow shutter speeds  
result in blurred images change the camera sensitivity  
when the camera is  
hand-held.  
Use Anti-shake or a tripod,  
to a higher setting (p. 54), or  
use the flash (p. 31).  
without flash.  
While using  
flash, the  
pictures are  
too dark.  
Move closer to the subject or  
change the camera sensitivity  
to a higher setting (p. 54).  
The subject is beyond the  
flash range (p. 55).  
A shadow  
appears on  
the bottom of  
the image.  
Always remove the lens hood  
when using the built-in flash.  
Also see the lens shadowing  
section on page 110.  
Lens hood The lens hood blocks the  
mounted when light from the built-in  
using flash.  
flash.  
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Problem  
Symptom  
Cause  
Solution  
Subject or scene is  
outside the exposure  
control range of the  
camera.  
Adjust the exposure until the  
display stops blinking  
or change camera sensitivity  
(p. 54).  
Shutter speed  
and/or aperture  
display blink.  
Inaccurate  
exposures  
with very  
bright or dark  
scenes.  
In dark conditions, use the  
camera flash. Under bright  
light, use a neutral density  
Arrows blink at  
each end of  
Subject or scene is  
outside the metering  
the Ev scale.  
range of the camera. filter on the lens to control the  
light levels.  
The viewfinder  
Anti-Shake  
scale is  
Turn the camera off and on. If  
the Anti-Shake scale  
continues to blink, contact a  
Anti-Shake  
does not  
work.  
CCD setup error.  
blinking.  
Konica Minolta service facility.  
Folder is not selected  
with the view-folder  
option in section 1 of the  
playback menu.  
Select the folder with the  
menu (p. 82).  
Unable to see  
recorded  
images in  
playback.  
Folder number  
not displayed.  
Memory card was  
opened on a Windows  
operating system.  
Unable to delete folders with  
the file browser (p. 87).  
Delete the folder using the  
computer.  
If the camera does not function normally, turn it off, remove and reinsert the battery, or  
unplug and reconnect the AC adapter. Always turn the camera off using the main switch  
otherwise the memory card may be damaged and camera settings reset.  
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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.  
Water, sand, dust, or salt can damage the camera.  
• Do not leave the camera under direct sunlight. Do not point the lens directly at the sun;  
the CCD may be damaged.  
• Keep the camera away from electromagnetic fields from devices such as magnets or  
motors.  
CLEANING  
• If the camera or the outside of the lens is dirty, gently wipe it with a soft, clean, dry cloth.  
If the camera or lens comes in contact with sand, gently blow away loose particles.  
Wiping may scratch the surface.  
• To clean the lens surface, first blow away any dust or sand, then gently wipe the lens  
with a cloth or tissue designed for optics. Use lens-cleaning fluid if necessary.  
• Never use organic solvents to clean the camera.  
• Never touch the lens surface with your fingers.  
STORAGE  
• Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from dust and chemicals. For long  
periods of disuse, store the camera in an airtight container with a silica-gel drying  
agent.  
• Remove the batteries and memory card from the camera when not in use for extended  
periods.  
• Do not store the camera in an area with naphthalene or mothballs.  
• During long periods of storage, operate the camera occasionally. When taking the  
camera out of storage, check that the camera is functioning properly before using.  
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OPERATING TEMPERATURES AND CONDITIONS  
• This camera has been designed for use in temperatures from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to  
104°F).  
• Never leave the camera exposed to extreme high temperatures, such as in a car  
parked in the sun, or to extreme humidity.  
• When taking the camera from a cold to a warm environment, place it in a sealed plastic  
bag to prevent condensation from forming. Allow the camera to come to room  
temperature before removing it from the bag.  
MEMORY CARD CARE AND HANDLING  
Memory Cards are manufactured with precision electronic components. Konica Minolta  
has no responsibility for any loss or damage to data. It is recommended that a copy of  
the card data be made. 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.).  
• Touching the electrical contacts of the card with your fingers or metal objects.  
• Using the card beyond its life. Purchasing a new card periodically may be necessary.  
• When using a Microdrive, do not subject the camera to vibrations.  
BATTERIES  
• Battery performance decreases with temperature. In cold environments, we  
recommend keeping spare batteries in a warm place, such as the inside of a coat.  
Batteries can recover their power when they warm up.  
• Do not store the battery when it is fully charged.  
• When storing the battery for extended periods, recharge it for five minutes every six  
months. The battery may not be able to be charged if completely exhausted.  
• A special built-in battery supplies power to the clock and memory when the camera is  
exhausted or removed. If the camera resets each time the battery is removed, the  
battery is exhausted. It must be replaced at a Konica Minolta service facility.  
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• After initially inserting the battery, do not remove it for twelve hours; the camera can be  
off during this period. The main battery is used to charge an internal battery, which  
protects settings when the main battery is removed.  
• Keep battery and camera charger contacts clean. Dirty contacts can prevent charging.  
If the contacts become dirty, wipe them with a cotton swab.  
LCD MONITOR CARE  
• The LCD monitor is manufactured using high-precision technology and more than  
99.99% of the pixels operate properly. Less than 0.01% of the monitor pixels are  
displayed as color or bright points; this is not monitor defect and does not affect the  
recorded image.  
• Do not apply pressure to the surface of the LCD monitor; it may be permanently  
damaged.  
• In a cold environment, the LCD monitor may become temporarily dark. When the  
camera warms up, the display will function normally.  
• If fingerprints are on the LCD monitor surface, gently wipe with a soft, clean, dry cloth.  
COPYRIGHT  
• TV program, films, video tapes, photographs, and other materials may be copyrighted.  
Unauthorized recording or duplication of such material may be contrary to copyright  
laws. Taking pictures or images of performances, exhibitions, etc. is prohibited without  
approval and can infringe on copyright. Images protected by copyright can only be used  
under the provisions within the copyright laws.  
BEFORE IMPORTANT EVENTS OR 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.  
QUESTIONS AND SERVICE  
• If you have questions about your camera or charger, contact your local camera dealer  
or write to the Konica Minolta distributor in your area.  
• Before shipping your camera or charger for repair, please contact a Konica Minolta  
service facility.  
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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).  
FCC Compliance Statement  
Declaration on Conformity  
Digital Camera: Maxxum 5D  
Tested To Comply  
With FCC Standards  
Responsible Party: Konica Minolta Photo Imaging U.S.A. Inc.  
Address: 725 Darlington Avenue, Mahwah, NJ 07430  
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two condi-  
tions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any inter-  
ference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications  
not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the  
equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital  
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable pro-  
tection against harmful interference in a residential installation.  
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used  
in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.  
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equip-  
ment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by  
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or  
more of the following measures:  
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•
•
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.  
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is  
connected.  
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
Do not remove the ferrite cores from the cables.  
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.  
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For EU member states only  
This symbol means: Do not dispose of this product together with your household  
waste.  
Please refer to the information of your local community or contact our dealers  
regarding the proper handling of end-of-life electric and electronic equipment.  
Recycling of this product will help to conserve natural resources and prevent  
potential negative consequences for the environment and human health caused by  
inappropriate waste handling.  
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS  
Number of effective pixels:  
CCD:  
6.1 million  
APS-C size (23.5 X 15.7mm ) interline primary-color  
CCD with a total of 6.3 million pixels  
Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 ISO equivalents  
3:2  
Camera sensitivity (ISO):  
Aspect ratio:  
A/D conversion:  
Autofocusing system:  
AF sensitivity range:  
Meter:  
Metering range:  
Shutter:  
12 bit  
TTL phase-detection system with CCD line sensor.  
Ev -1 ~ +18 (at ISO 100)  
14-segment honeycomb-pattern SPC  
Ev ±1 ~ +20 (Spot: Ev +4 ~ +20) at ISO 100, ƒ/1.4.  
Electronically-controlled, vertical-traverse, focal-plane  
shutter  
Flash guide number:  
Flash sync.:  
Flash coverage:  
Built-in flash recycling time:  
Viewfinder:  
12 (in meters at ISO 100)  
1/125s with Anti-Shake, 1/160s without Anti-Shake  
Equal to a 18mm focal-length lens  
3s (approx.)  
Eye-level fixed roof mirror.  
Field of view:  
95% (approx.)  
Eye relief:  
Approximately 20mm from the eyepiece or 16mm  
from the eyepiece cup at -1 diopter.  
0.83x (50mm lens at infinity at -1 diopter).  
2.5 inch TFT color low-temperature polysilicon  
Type I and II CompactFlash cards, Microdrives.  
JPEG and RAW.  
Viewfinder magnification:  
Monitor LCD:  
Recording media:  
File formats:  
DCF 2.0, DPOF, and Exif 2.21 compliant.  
Yes  
English, German, French, Spanish, Japanese, Italian,  
Swedish, Russian, Korean, and Chinese (simlified  
and traditional).  
PRINT Image Matching III:  
Menu languages:  
Video output:  
NTSC and PAL  
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Battery:  
Optional power source:  
One Lithium-ion Battery NP-400  
AC adapter (AC-11)  
Battery performance (recording): Approx. number of recorded images: 550 frames.  
Based on the CIPA standard with a NP-400 lithium-ion  
battery, 512MB CompactFlash card.  
Dimensions:  
130.5 (W) X 92.5 (H) X 66.5 (D) mm  
5.14 (W) X 3.64 (H) X 2.62 (D) in  
Approximately 590g (21 oz)  
Weight:  
(without battery, memory card, or body accessories)  
0° - 40°C (32° - 104°F)  
Operating temperature:  
Lithium-ion Battery Charger BC-400  
Input voltage:  
AC 100-240V, 50-60Hz  
86g (3.0 oz.)  
Weight:  
Dimensions:  
65 (W) X 90 (H) X 30 (D) mm  
2.56 (W) X 3.54 (H) X 1.18 (D) in  
Lithium-ion Battery NP-400  
Voltage:  
7.4V, 1500mAh  
Weight:  
85g (3.0 oz.)  
Dimensions:  
56.0 (W) X 39.5 (H) X 21.0 (D) mm  
2.20 (W) X 1.56 (H) X 0.83 (D) in  
Specifications are based on the latest information available at the time of printing and are  
subject to change without notice.  
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Continuous-advance drive mode, 50, 51  
Contrast, 56, 63  
INDEX  
Access lamp, 22, 24, 122, 124  
Accessories  
Control-dial setup, 95  
Date and time, 26, 103  
Delete, 36, 80, 84, 87  
Depth-of-field preview, 49, 94  
Digital Effects Control, 56, 63  
DiMAGE Master, 62, 81, 106  
DiMAGE Master Lite, 62, 132  
Diopter adjustment, 19  
Direct manual focus (DMF), 56, 58  
Display  
AC adapter, 22  
Flash, 79, 112, 113  
Remote cord, 111  
Viewfinder, 59  
ADI metering, 79  
Adobe RGB, 62, 88, 120, 126  
AF areas, 17, 56, 57  
AE lock button, 46, 94  
AF illuminator, 96  
Backlight, 105  
AF / MF switch, 49  
AF modes, 56, 58  
AF / Shutter release priority, 93  
Audio signals, 102  
Autofocus, 48, 57, 58,  
Special focusing situations, 29  
Spot AF, 47  
Auto recording, 27, 41  
Anti-Shake, 32, 110  
Aperture, 55  
Brightness, 100  
Enlarged, 38  
Histogram, 35  
Luminance limit, 35  
Playback, 34, 37, 87, 97  
Recording, 16, 27, 33, 97  
Setup, 97  
TV, 101  
Viewfinder, 17  
DPOF, 88 - 90, 131  
Drive modes, 50  
Aperture priority, 42  
Auto power save, 23, 105, 119  
Battery,  
Exposure compensation, 48, 95  
Exposure lock, 46  
Care and storage, 140  
Changing, 21  
Charging, 20, 113  
Condition, 23  
Exposure modes, 39 - 45  
Eyepiece cap, 111  
File browser, 37, 87  
File number memory, 103, 121  
Fill flash, 75  
Bracketing, 50, 80  
Exposure, 52  
Flash, 31  
White balance, 53  
Bulb exposures, 45  
Camera sensitivity, 54, 55  
Camera shake, 30, 32  
CCD cleaning, 106  
Color mode, 56, 61  
Color temperature, 64, 67, 69  
Attaching, 112  
Compatibility, 112  
Compensation, 56, 60  
Control, 79  
Modes, 75  
Range, 31, 55  
Sync. speed, 42, 112  
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Section memory, 106  
Setup, 91, 98  
ƒ-number, 55  
Focus-area selection, 57  
Focus-hold button, 94  
Focus lock, 30  
Noise reduction, 74  
PictBridge, 128  
Printing errors, 127  
Menu, 128  
Focus signal, 27, 28, 29  
Folder  
Pre-flash TTL metering, 79  
Program, 27, 41  
Delete, 87  
Organization, 120  
Name, 85, 104  
Program shift, 41  
RAW, 62, 72, 120, 128  
Rear flash sync., 75  
Red-eye reduction, 75  
Remote cord, 111  
Remote flash, see wireless flash  
Reset, 41, 80, 108  
Rotate, 34, 97  
New, 105  
Select, 104  
View, 85  
Formatting, 25, 85  
Frame counter, 16, 73  
Frame-selection screen, 83  
Frames-remaining counter, 17  
High speed sync. (HSS), 112  
Image size, 72  
Saturation, 63  
Self timer, 50, 51  
Sharpness, 63  
Image quality, 72  
Index playback format, 37, 87  
Instant Playback, 28, 74  
ISO, 54, 55  
Shutter lock, 96  
Shutter priority, 42  
Shutter speeds, 43  
Slide show, 88  
Kodak EasyShare, 132  
Lens  
Slow sync., 47  
Transfer mode, 100, 115  
Troubleshooting, 136  
USB  
Attach, 18  
Compatibility, 110  
Focal-length conversion, 110  
Remove, 18  
Connection, 115  
Disconnection, 122 - 124  
System requirements, 114  
Windows 98 driver installation, 116  
Video output, 101  
White balance, 64  
Wireless flash, 71 - 73  
Zone matching, 54  
Shadowing, 110  
Lock, 86  
Luminance limit, 35  
Manual exposure, 44  
Manual focus, 49  
Memory card, 24, 140  
Menu  
Custom, 91, 92  
Language, 102  
Playback, 82  
Recording, 70  
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© 2005 Konica Minolta Photo Imaging, Inc. under the Berne Convention  
and the Universal Copyright Convention.  
9222-2186-11 MY-A506  
Printed in Malaysia  
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