FujiFilm Digital Camera 420 User Manual

This manual will show you how to use your FUJIFILM

DIGITAL CAMERA FinePix F420 correctly.

Please follow the instructions carefully.

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Warning

EC Declaration of Conformity

Name

Address

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

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Fuji Photo Film Europe G.m.b.H.

Heesenstrasse 31

to correct the interference by one or more of the following

For customers in the U.S.A.

measures:

Tested To Comply

— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

— Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from

that to which the receiver is connected.

40549 Dusseldorf, Germany

With FCC Standards

FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

declare that the product

Product Name:

Manufacture’s Name: Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd.

FUJIFILM DIGITAL CAMERA FinePix F420

— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for

help.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not

expressly approved in this manual could void the user’s authority

to operate the equipment.

FCC Statement

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation

is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may

not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must

accept any interference received, including interference that

may cause undesired operation.

Manufacture’s Address: 26 30, Nishiazabu 2 chome, Minato ku,

Tokyo 106 8620, Japan

Notes on the Grant:

is in conformity with the following Standards

To comply with Part 15 of the FCC rules, this product must be

used with a Fujifilm-specified ferrite-core A/V cable, USB cable

and DC supply cord.

CAUTION

Safety

EN60065

EN55022

EN55024

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

protection 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 equipment 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

EMC

1998 Classe B

1998

For customers in Canada

CAUTION

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EN61000 3 2 1995 A1:1998 A2:1998

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following the provision of the EMC Directive 89 336 EEC, 92 31 EEC and

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003.

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93 68 EEC and Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC .

Please read the Safety Notes (➡P.89) and make sure

you understand them before using the camera.

Dusseldorf, Germany

Place

December 1, 2003

Date

Signature/Managing Director

IMPORTANT

Be sure to read this page before using the Software.

Bij dit produkt zijn batterijen geleverd. Wanneer deze leeg zijn, moet u

ze niet weggooien maar inleveren als KCA

4. Ownership.

NOTICE

All copyrights and other proprietary rights to Software and

Documentation are owned and retained by FUJIFILM or the third party

suppliers as indicated on or in Software or Documentation. Nothing

contained herein shall be construed, expressly or implicitly, as

transferring or granting any right, license, or title to you other than those

explicitly granted under this Agreement.

BEFORE OPENING THE PACKAGE OF CD-ROM

PROVIDED BY FUJI PHOTO FILM CO., LTD., PLEASE

READ THIS END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT

CAREFULLY. ONLY IF YOU DO AGREE TO THIS

AGREEMENT, YOU WILL BE ABLE TO USE THE

SOFTWARE RECORDED ON THE CD-ROM. BY OPENING

THE PACKAGE, YOU ACCEPT AND AGREE TO BE

BOUND BY THIS AGREEMENT.

5. Limited Warranty.

FUJIFILM warrants to you that Media is free from any defect in material

and workmanship under normal use for ninety (90) days from the date of

your receipt of Media. Should Media not meet the foregoing warranty,

FUJIFILM shall replace such defective Media with other Media bearing

no defect. FUJIFILM’s entire liability and your sole and exclusive remedy

with regard to any defect in Media shall be expressly limited to such

FUJIFILM’s replacement of Media as provided herein

End User License Agreement

6. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY.

EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN SECTION

his End User License Agreement (“Agreement”) is an agreement between

HEREIN, FUJIFILM

Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd. (“FUJIFILM”) and you, which sets forth the terms

and conditions of the license granted for you to use the software provided by

FUJIFILM.

PROVIDES PRODUCT “AS IS” AND WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF

ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. FUJIFILM SHALL MAKE NO

WARRANTY, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO ANY

OTHER MATTERS, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO NON-

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OR ANY OTHER PROPRIETARY RIGHTS OF ANY THIRD PARTY,

MARCHANTABILITY, OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR

PURPOSE.

The CD-ROM contains third party software. In case a separate agreement is

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prevailing over those of this Agreement.

1. Definitions.

(a) “Media” means the CD-ROM titled “Software for FinePix SX” which is

provided to you together with this Agreement.

(b) “Software” means the software which is recorded on Media.

related written materials which are provided to you together with

Media.

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collectively.

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You acknowledge that neither Software nor any part thereof, will be

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(a) to install one copy of Software onto one computer in binary machine

executable form;

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and

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In case you breach any of the terms and conditions hereof, FUJIFILM

may immediately terminate this Agreement without any notice.

3. Restrictions.

10. Term.

3.1 You shall not distribute, rent, lease or otherwise transfer all or any

part of Software, Media or Documentation to any third party without

FUJIFILM’s prior written consent. You also shall not sublicense,

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written consent.

This Agreement is effective until the date when you cease to use

Software, unless earlier terminated in accordance with Section 9

hereof.

11. Obligation upon termination.

Upon termination or expiration of this Agreement, you shall, at

your own responsibility and expense, delete or destroy

immediately all Software (including its copies), Media and

Documentation.

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copy or reproduce all or any part of Software or Documentation.

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You also shall not alter or remove copyright and other proprietary

notices that appear on or in Software or Documentation.

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decompile, or disassemble Software.

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Contents

B MOVIE

MOVIE MODE

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Warning

Nomenclature

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IMPORTANT

Attaching the strap

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RECORDING MOVIES

EC Declaration of Conformity

Example of LCD Monitor Text Display

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Preface

I Still photography mode

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PLAYBACK MODE

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Accessories included

I Playback mode

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PLAYING BACK MOVIES

B PLAYBACK

PLAYBACK MENU

1 Getting Ready

CHARGING A BATTERY

LOADING THE BATTERY AND THE xD-Picture Card

TURNING ON AND OFF / SETTING THE DATE AND TIME

CORRECTING THE DATE AND TIME / CHANGING THE DATE ORDER

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ERASING SINGLE / ALL FRAMES

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i PROTECTING IMAGES: FRAME / SET ALL / RESET ALL

g AUTO PLAY (AUTOMATIC PLAYBACK)

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RECORDING VOICE MEMOS

PLAYING BACK VOICE MEMOS

SELECTING THE LANGUAGE

PROCEDURE FOR DISCHARGING RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES

PHOTO MODE PLAYBACK

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HOW TO SPECIFY PRINT OPTIONS (DPOF)

DPOF SET FRAME

DPOF ALL RESET

2 Using the Camera

BASIC OPERATION GUIDE

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STILL PHOTOGRAPHY MODE

4 Settings

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TAKING PICTURES (a AUTO MODE)

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ADJUSTING THE MONITOR BRIGHTNESS / VOLUME

I Viewfinder lamp display

NUMBER OF AVAILABLE FRAMES

I Standard number of frames per xD-Picture Card

USING AF/AE LOCK

USING THE ZOOM (OPTICAL ZOOM / DIGITAL ZOOM)

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SET-UP

I SET-UP menu options

F USING THE SET-UP SCREEN

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POWER SAVE SETTING

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FORMAT

FRAME NO.

BEST FRAMING

PLAYBACK MODE

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VIEWING THE IMAGES (PLAYBACK)

5 Software Installation

5.1 THE SOFTWARE COMPONENTS

5.2 INSTALLATION ON A Windows PC

5.3 INSTALLATION ON A Mac OS 9.0 TO 9.2

Single-frame playback / Fast-forwarding through the images / Multi-frame playback

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Single-frame playback / Playback zoom / Panning / Trimming

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ERASING IMAGES (ERASE FRAME)

5.4 INSTALLATION ON A Mac OS X

3 Advanced Features

B STILL PHOTOGRAPHY

6 Viewing Images

6.1 CAMERA CONNECTION

PHOTO MODE STILL

PHOTOGRAPHY

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QUALITY MODE (NUMBER OF RECORDED PIXELS)

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Quality settings in Still photography mode

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6.2 USING FinePixViewer

SENSITIVITY

High-sensitivity photography (800)

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J FinePix COLOR

STILL PHOTOGRAPHY

System Expansion Options

Notes on Using the Battery Charger

AC Power Adapter

Notes on the xD-Picture Card™

Warning Displays

Troubleshooting

Specifications

Explanation of Terms

Safety Notes

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Accessories Guide

MODE

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Notes on Using Your Camera Correctly

TAKING PICTURES – SELECTING THE CAMERA SETTINGS

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Notes on the Power Supply

I Photography mode specifications

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Applicable Batteries

MACRO (CLOSE-UP) PHOTOGRAPHY

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Notes on the Batteries

Notes on Using the Rechargeable Battery NH-20

and AAA-size Ni-MH Batteries Correctly

FLASH

STILL PHOTOGRAPHY MENU

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PHOTOGRAPHY MODE

q MANUAL / q AUTO / m PORTRAIT / , SCENE / . SPORT / / NIGHT

PHOTOGRAPHY MENU

PHOTOGRAPHY MENU OPERATION

SELF-TIMER PHOTOGRAPHY

CONTINUOUS SHOOTING

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EV (EXPOSURE COMPENSATION)

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WHITE BALANCE

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Preface

Accessories included

I Test Shots Prior to Photography

I Notes on Electrical Interference

h 16 MB, xD-Picture Card™ (1)

Included with: Anti-static case (1)

h Rechargeable Battery NH-20 (1)

For particularly important photographs (such as

weddings and overseas trips), always take a test

photograph and view the image to make sure that the

camera is functioning normally.

If the camera is to be used in hospitals or aircrafts,

please note that this camera may cause interference

to other equipment in the hospital or aircraft. For

details, please check with the applicable regulations.

h Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd. cannot accept liability for

any incidental losses (such as the costs of

photography or the loss of income from

photography) incurred as a result of faults with this

product.

I Handling Your Digital Camera

This camera contains precision electronic

components. To ensure that images are recorded

correctly, do not subject the camera to impact or

shock while an image is being recorded.

h Battery Charger BC-NH20 (1)

Included with: Power cable (1)

h Strap (1)

I Notes on Copyright

Images recorded using your digital camera system

cannot be used in ways that infringe copyright laws

without the consent of the owner, unless intended only

for personal use. Note that some restrictions apply to

the photographing of stage performances,

entertainments and exhibits, even when intended

purely for personal use. Users are also asked to note

that the transfer of xD-Picture Card containing

images or data protected under copyright laws is only

permissible within the restrictions imposed by those

I Trademark Information

and xD-Picture Card™ are trademarks of

Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd.

h IBM PC/AT is a registered trademark of International

Business Machines Corp. of the U.S.A.

h Macintosh, Power Macintosh, iMac, PowerBook, iBook

and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.,

registered in the U.S. and other countries.

h USB cable with Noise Suppression core (1)

h Owner’s Manual (this manual) (1)

h A/V cable for the FinePix F420 (1)

(approx. 1.2 m (3.9 ft.))

h Adobe Acrobat Reader is a trademark of Adobe

Systems Incorporated of the U.S.

h Microsoft, Windows, and the Windows logo are

trademarks, or registered trademarks of Microsoft

Corporation in the United States and/or other

countries. Windows is an abbreviated term referring

I Liquid Crystal

If the LCD monitor is damaged, take particular care

with the liquid crystal in the monitor. If any of the

following situations arise, take the urgent action

indicated.

h If liquid crystal comes in contact with your skin

Wipe the area with a cloth and then wash thoroughly

with soap and running water.

to the Microsoft Windows Operating System.

✽ The “Designed for Microsoft Windows XP” logo

refers to the camera and the driver only.

h Other company or product names are trademarks or

registered trademarks of the respective companies.

h CD-ROM (1)

Software for FinePix SX

h If liquid crystal gets into your eye

I Explanation of Color Television System

NTSC: National Television System Committee, color

television telecasting specifications adopted

mainly in the U.S.A., Canada and Japan.

PAL: Phase Alternation by Line, a color television

system adopted mainly by European countries

and China.

Flush the affected eye with clean water for at least

15 minutes and then seek medical assistance.

h If liquid crystal is swallowed

Flush your mouth thoroughly with water. Drink large

quantities of water and induce vomiting. Then seek

medical assistance.

I Exif Print (Exif ver. 2.2)

Exif Print Format is a newly revised digital camera file

format that contains a variety of shooting information

for optimal printing.

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Nomenclature

✽ Refer to the pages in parentheses for information on using the camera features.

Shutter button

Attaching the strap

01 02

Microphone

Flash control sensor

Viewfinder window

Speaker

Attach the strap as shown in 1 and 2.

Flash (P.34)

Self-timer lamp (P.38)

(USB) socket

Example of LCD Monitor Text Display

I Still photography mode

Power switch (P.14)

Lens (Lens cover)

A/V OUT

(Audio visual output) socket

(P.69)

Continuous shooting

EV (Exposure compensation)

White balance

Self-Timer

Macro (close-up)

Flash

Cradle connection

socket

Quality mode

３３

Photography mode

Number of available frames

FinePix COLOR

DC IN 3V

(power input) socket (P.69)

ＩＳＯ４００

Battery level warning

AF/AE warning

Zoom bar

Photo mode ( ) button (P.18)

Viewfinder lamp (P.23)

Viewfinder

Camera shake warning

Sensitivity

d/ Macro button

Date

　１／　１／／２００３

(P.33)

AF frame

c/ Flash button

(P.34)

I Playback mode

Voice memo

Protection

DISP (Display) button

(P.18, 25, 26)

a( )b( )/Zoom switch

(P.18, 25)

Playback frame number

Battery level warning

BACK button (P.19)

DPOF

MENU/OK button (P.19)

Playback mode

１００－０００１

Tripod mount

Zoom bar

Date

　１／　１／／２００３

Strap mount

Displaying the On-screen Help

ꢀ

Instructions for the next step in the

procedure appear at the bottom of the

LCD monitor. Press the button

indicated.

Battery cover

(P.11)

Mode switch

Press the “DISP” button to use the

zoom or the “MENU/OK” button to crop

the image.

Movie mode (P.41)

LCD monitor

DISP ＺＯＯＭ

Playback mode (P.26)

ＯＫ

ＴＲＩＭＭＩＮＧ

xD-Picture Card slot (P.12)

Battery compartment

Still photography mode

(P.20)

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Getting Ready

CHARGING A BATTERY

LOADING THE BATTERY AND THE xD-Picture Card

Charge the Rechargeable Battery NH-20.

Compatible Batteries

h Rechargeable Battery NH-20

h 2 × AAA-size Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (commercially available)

h 2 × AAA-size alkaline batteries (commercially available)

Batteries that can be charged

h Rechargeable Battery NH-20 (included)

Use the battery charger (BC-NH20) provided with the camera to charge Ni-MH batteries only. Attempting to charge

batteries other than those specified for use with the charger (such as manganese, alkaline or lithium batteries) can cause

the batteries to burst or leak. This could result in a fire or injury and consequent damage to the surroundings.

ꢁ

Alkaline batteries

ꢀ

Alkaline batteries are useful when the rechargeable batteries run out of charge while you are traveling and just

a few more shots are needed. Note the following when using alkaline batteries:

Load the Rechargeable Battery NH-20 into the

battery charger (BC-NH20) bundled with the

camera correctly as indicated by the polarity icons.

h The shooting time provided by alkaline batteries varies depending on the type and brand. In some cases, the

camera may stop taking pictures or may suddenly turn off without retracting the lens.

h The shooting time provided by alkaline batteries decreases further at low temperatures (0°C to +10°C/+32°F

to +50°F). Use Ni-MH batteries since they provide consistent shooting times even at low temperatures.

h When the camera stops taking pictures or suddenly turns off without retracting the lens, this is not a camera

fault. If the lens does not retract, set the Mode switch to Playback mode (➡P.26). Then turn the camera on.

After the lens retracts, turn the camera off again. If the lens still does not retract, fit new batteries or use the

AC power adapter (➡P.69).

Indicator

ꢁ

The battery is not fully charged at shipment and must be fully

charged before being used.

ꢁ

When first used after purchasing or left unused for a long

period, charge and discharge battery using the camera’s

“Discharging rechargeable batteries” function and then

recharge it (➡P.17).

ꢁ

If the terminals of battery are soiled, it may not be possible to

charge them. Clean the battery terminals and battery charger

terminals with a clean, dry cloth.

How to use the battery

ꢀ

h Never use the following types of batteries, as they could cause serious

problems such as battery fluid leakage or overheating:

1. Batteries with split or peeling outer casings

Outer casing

Plug the power cable into the battery charger.

Plug the power cable into a power outlet to being

charged. Charging ends after about 2 hours and

the charging lamp goes off. Unplug the power cable

from the power outlet when it is not in use.

Charge lamp

2. Combinations of different types of batteries or new and used batteries

together

h Do not use manganese or Ni-Cd batteries.

h Soil (such as fingerprints) on the battery terminals makes the batteries charge less reducing the number of

images they will allow you to take. Carefully wipe the battery terminals with a soft dry cloth before loading.

h See P.78-79 for other notes on using batteries.

h When first used after purchasing or left unused for a long period, the time for which Rechargeable Battery

NH-20 or AAA-size Ni-MH rechargeable batteries can be used may be shorter. See P.79 for details.

h When the surfaces of the Rechargeable Battery NH-20 terminals have become worn through repeated use or

the battery has been taken out of the camera and left for a long period, the battery may stop supplying power

or may become usable only for shorter periods.

To restore normal battery operation, open and close the battery cover several times to dislodge any soiling on

the terminals.

ꢁ

If Rechargeable Battery NH-20 and Ni-MH batteries are

charged repeatedly before there are fully discharged, the

battery low warning to appear while there is still ample charge

remaining in the batteries. At that time, discharge and

recharge them several times using the camera’s “Discharging

rechargeable batteries” function (➡P.17).

Check that the camera is turned off (viewfinder

lamp goes off) before opening the battery cover.

ꢁ

Opening the battery cover while the camera is on causes the

camera to turn off.

ꢁ

Do not apply excessive force to the battery cover.

Do not open the battery cover while the camera is

still turned on. This could damage the xD-Picture

Card or corrupt the image files on the xD-Picture

Card.

Charge the Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (commercially available)

ꢀ

Load the batteries into the battery charger (BC-NH20) correctly

as indicated by the polarity icons.

✽ Wherever possible, use the Rechargeable Battery NH-20. When using

Ni-MH batteries (commercially available), note the following:

h Different brands and types of Ni-MH batteries have differing charging and

discharging characteristics. Some batteries may finish charging more

quickly or give fewer available shots. If the power suddenly fails and the

lens does not retract, set the Mode switch to Playback mode (➡P.26).

Then turn the camera on. After the lens retracts, turn the camera off

again. If the lens still does not retract, fit new batteries or use the AC

power adapter (➡P.69).

h If the lamp blinks during charging, the charger cannot recharge those

batteries. Use the correct charger (commercially available), for the

batteries.

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LOADING THE BATTERY AND THE xD-Picture Card

Load the Rechargeable Battery NH-20 correctly as

indicated by the polarity icons.

Checking the remaining battery charge

Turn the camera on and check that no battery level warning (C or V) appears on the LCD monitor.

If no icon appears, there is ample charge left in the batteries.

ꢀ

Indicator

Loading AAA-size batteries

ꢀ

1 There is ample remaining battery charge.

Load the batteries

correctly as indicated by

the polarity icons.

2 There is insufficient charge left in the batteries.

No icon

The batteries will soon run completely out and

replace fully charged batteries or recharge the

batteries.

3 The batteries are depleted. The display will shortly

go blank and the camera will stop working.

Replace fully charged batteries or recharge the

batteries.

Lit red

Blinking red

Align the gold marking on the xD-Picture Card slot

with the gold contact area on the xD-Picture Card

and then push the card firmly all the way into the

slot.

“C” appears as a small icon on the right-hand side

of the LCD monitor. “V” appears as a large icon on

the LCD monitor.

３３

Ａ

Lit red

Blinking red

Gold marking

If the xD-Picture Card is oriented incorrectly, it will not go all

the way into the slot. Do not apply excessive force when

inserting an xD-Picture Card.

When the power save (➡P.58) is active and the “C” appears, the intervals of next shooting after a picture is taken

and the flash charging time may increase.

ꢁ

When the batteries run out, “V” appears and camera operation automatically stops. When this occurs, the camera

may work if you turn it on again even without loading new or fully charged batteries. However, this may cause camera

faults such as the camera turning itself off without retracting the lens. Always load new or fully charged batteries.

Due to the nature of the battery, the battery low warning may appear early when the camera is used in cold locations.

This is normal and does not indicate a fault. Try warming the batteries in your pocket or a similar location before use.

Close the battery cover.

ꢁ

Power save function

ꢀ

When this function is active, the LCD monitor goes dark when the camera is not used for about 10

seconds. When the camera is not used for about 20 seconds, this function automatically turns the LCD

monitor off temporarily (sleep) to reduce power consumption (See P.58 for details). If that camera

remains unused for an additional interval of 2 minutes, the Power save function automatically turns the

camera off. To turn camera back on, slide the Power switch to turn the camera off briefly and then turn

it back on.

How to replace the xD-Picture Card

ꢀ

Push the xD-Picture Card into the slot and then

slowly remove your finger. The lock is released and

the xD-Picture Card is pushed out.

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TURNING ON AND OFF SETTING THE DATE AND TIME

CORRECTING THE DATE AND TIME CHANGING THE DATE ORDER

Slide the Power switch to turn the camera on and

off. When turning the camera on, the viewfinder

lamp lights (green).

1Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the menu

on the LCD monitor.

2Press “d” or “c” to select “F” OPTION and

then press “a” or “b” to select “SET-UP”.

3Press the “MENU/OK” button.

01 03

ON OFF

In “q” or “r” mode, the lens extends and the lens

cover opens. Take care not to obstruct the lens, as

it is a precision component.

Obstructing the lens will cause a malfunction or

fault and the “∂” or “ß”

message will appear. Take care also not to get

fingerprints on the camera lens as this will result in

impaired image quality in your shots.

ＯＰＴＩＯＮ

ＳＥＴーＵＰ

ＬＣＤ

When first using the camera after purchasing, the

date and time are cleared. Press the “MENU/OK”

button to set the date and time.

1Press “a” or “b” to select “DATE/TIME”.

2Press “c”.

ＳＥＴ－ＵＰ

２／４

ＳＨＵＴＴＥＲ

ＤＡＴＥ／ＴＩＭＥ

ＬＣＤ

ＳＥＴ

ＯＮ

ＣＯＮＴ．

ＦＲＡＭＥＥ　ＮＯ．

ＤＡＴＥ／ＴＩＭＥＥ　ＮＯＴＴ　ＳＥＴ

BACK ＣＡＮＣＥＬ

ＯＫ

ＳＥＴ

ＮＯ

ＳＥＴ

ＯＫ

BACK

ꢁ

If a confirmation message (left screen) does not appear, refer

to “CORRECTING THE DATE AND TIME” (➡P.15) to check

and correct the date and time.

When also leaving the camera for a long period with the

batteries removed, this confirmation message will appear.

To set the date and time later, press the “BACK” button.

If you do not set the date and time, this confirmation message

will appear each time you turn the camera on.

ꢁ

Correcting the date and time

1Press “d” or “c” to select Year, Month, Day,

Hour or Minute.

2Press “a” or “b” to correct the setting.

3Always press the “MENU/OK” button after the

settings are completed.

1Press “d” or “c” to select Year, Month, Day,

Hour or Minute.

2Press “a” or “b” to correct the setting.

ＤＡＴＥ／／ＴＩＭＥ

ＭＭ／ＤＤ／／ＹＹＹＹ

　９　　／　　　１　　　／　　　２００３

　１　　／／　　　１１　　　／　　２００３

１２　　：　　０００　　　　　　　ＡＭ

BACK

ＯＫ

ＣＡＮＣＥＬ

ＳＥＴ

BACK ＣＡＮＣＥＬ

ＯＫ

ＳＥＴ

01 02

Holding down “a” or “b” changes the numbers continuously.

When the time displayed passes “12:00”, the AM/PM setting

automatically changes.

ꢁ

Holding down “a” or “b” changes the numbers continuously.

When the time displayed passes “12:00”, the AM/PM setting

automatically changes.

ꢁ

Changing the date order

1Press “d” or “c” to select the date order.

2Press “a” or “b” to set the order. Refer to the

table below for details of the settings.

3Always press the “MENU/OK” button after the

settings are completed.

ＤＡＴＥ／ＴＩＭＥ

Once you have set the date and time, press the

“MENU/OK” button. Pressing the “MENU/OK”

button changes the camera to Photography or

Playback mode.

ＤＡＴＥ／／ＴＩＭＥ

ＤＤ．ＭＭ．．ＹＹＹＹ

ＭＭ／ＤＤ／／ＹＹＹＹ

　１　　　　　　９　　　　　２００３

１２　　：　　００　　　　　　ＡＭ

　９　　／　　　１　　　／　　　２００３

１２　　：　　０００　　　　　　　ＡＭ

BACK ＣＡＮＣＥＬ

ＯＫ

ＳＥＴ

Date order

Explanation

BACK ＣＡＮＣＥＬ

ＯＫ

ＳＥＴ

Displays the date in the “year.month.day”

format.

YYYY.MM.DD

01 02

ꢁ

At the time of purchase and after leaving the camera for a

long period with the batteries removed, settings such as the

date and time are cleared. Once the AC power adapter has

been connected or the batteries have been loaded for 2

hours or more, the camera settings will be retained for about

6 hours even if both sources of camera power are removed.

Displays the date in the “month/day/year”

format.

MM/DD/YYYY

DD.MM.YYYY

Displays the date in the “day.month.year”

format.

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SELECTING THE LANGUAGE

PROCEDURE FOR DISCHARGING RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES

Due to the nature of Ni-MH rechargeable batteries, the time for which they can be used may

become shorter in certain situations, even when the batteries are fully charged.

In the following situations, the batteries should be discharged and then fully recharged

before use.

h When first used after purchasing the camera

h When you purchase new Rechargeable Battery NH-20 or Ni-MH rechargeable batteries

(commercially available)

1Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the menu

on the LCD monitor.

2Press “d” or “c” to select “F” OPTION and

then press “a” or “b” to select “SET-UP”.

3Press the “MENU/OK” button.

01 03

ＯＰＴＩＯＮ

h When the batteries have not been used for a long period

h When the batteries can only be used for a short time after being charged normally

ＳＥＴーＵＰ

ＬＣＤ

The “Discharging rechargeable batteries” function can only be used with Rechargeable Battery NH-20 or Ni-MH

rechargeable batteries (commercially available).

ꢁ

The “Discharging rechargeable batteries” function should not be used with alkaline batteries as it will completely drain the

battery charge.

The Rechargeable Battery NH-20 or Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (commercially available) are not

discharged when the camera is set in the cradle (➡P.77) or while using the AC power adapter

(➡P.69).

1The “SET-UP” screen appears. Press “a” or “b”

Remove the cradle or AC power adapter from the camera before discharging batteries.

to select “

2Press “c” to select “ENGLISH”, “FRANCAIS”,

“DEUTSCH”, “ESPAÑOL”, “ ” or “ ”.

”.

1Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the menu

on the LCD monitor.

2Press “d” or “c” to select “F” OPTION and

then press “a” or “b” to select “SET-UP”.

3Press the “MENU/OK” button.

01 03

Press “c” to cycle through the language settings.

ＳＥＴ－ＵＰ

３／４

ＯＰＴＩＯＮ

ＵＳＢ　ＭＯＤＥ

ＳＴＡＲＴ－－ＩＭＡＧＥ

ＯＮ

ＥＮＧＬＩＳＨ

ＮＴＳＣ

ＳＥＴーＵＰ

ＬＣＤ

言語

／ＬＡＮＧ．

ＶＩＤＥＯ　ＳＳＹＳＴＥＭ

The screens in this manual are shown in English.

See P.57 for more information on the “F” OPTION menu.

ꢁ

Remove the camera from the cradle when discharging

batteries.

ꢁ

BACK ＣＡＮＣＥＬ

ＯＫ

ＳＥＴ

ꢁ

Do not use the procedure for discharging rechargeable

batteries with alkaline batteries.

1Press “a” or “b” to select “DISCHARGE”.

2Press “c”.

ＳＥＴ－ＵＰ

４／４

ＤＩＳＣＨＡＲＧＥ

ＲＥＳＥＴ

ＯＫ

BACK ＣＡＮＣＥＬ

ＯＫ

ＳＥＴ

1Press “d” or “c” to select “OK”.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button.

The screen changes and discharging begins.

When the battery level indicator blinks red and

discharging ends, the camera turns off.

ＤＩＳＣＨＨＡＲＧＥ

ＤＩＳＣＨＡＲＧＧＥ　ＯＫ？

ＩＴ　ＭＡＹ　ＴＡＫＥＥ　Ａ　ＷＷＨＩＬＥ

ＦＯＲ　ＤＩＳＣＨＨＡＲＧＩＮＧ

ＯＫ

ＣＡＮＣＥＬ

ＯＫ

ＳＥＴ

ꢁ

To cancel discharging, press the “BACK” button.

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Using

the Camera

BASIC OPERATION GUIDE

You’ve read the chapter on getting ready and the camera is now set up and ready to take pictures.

“Using the Camera” describes the basic camera operations of “Taking Pictures”, then “Viewing Images”

and “Erasing Images”.

This section describes the camera’s functions.

0 Changing modes

Slide the Mode switch to change modes.

Still photography mode: Still image shooting.

Playback mode: Photographed image playback.

Movie mode: Movie recording.

0 a(

)b(

) switch

Photography: ab switch

Presses “　 ” to zoom in

0 Photo mode ( ) button

(telephoto).

Presses “ ” to zoom out

(wide-angle).

Photography: Selects the quality (number

of recorded pixels),

sensitivity and FinePix

COLOR setting.

Playback: Specifies the print order

Playback: ab switch (Panning frames (files))

Presses “ ” to enlarge the image.

Presses “ ” to revert to normal

display.

(DPOF) settings.

0 Using the Menus

1Display the menu.

Press the “MENU/OK” button.

2Select a menu option.

Press the left or right arrow “d” or “c”

on the button.

3Select a setting.

Press the up or down arrow “a” or “b”

on the switch.

4Confirm the setting.

Press the “MENU/OK” button.

0 BACK button

0 DISP button

0 dc button

Press this button to stop a

procedure midway through.

Press this button to select the LCD monitor

display.

Photography: d button

Turns Macro ( ) on and off.

c button

Sets the flash ( ).

Playback: Changes frame or (in a movie)

Photography: Turns the LCD monitor on

and off or displays the

framing guides.

Playback: Turns text display on and off or

In the OWNER’S MANUAL the up, down, left and right directions on the 4-direction button are

indicated by black triangles. Up or down is shown as “a” or “b”, and left or right is shown as

“d” or “c”.

selects multi-frame playback.

frame advance.

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STILL PHOTOGRAPHY MODE

(

)

TAKING PICTURES a AUTO MODE

1Slide the Power switch sideways to turn the

camera on.

2Set the Mode switch to “q”.

Press the Zoom switch “a” ([ telephoto) up to

zoom in on the subject. To zoom out, press “b”

(] wide-angle) down. A “zoom bar” appears on

the LCD monitor when you zoom in or out.

h Focal range: Approx. 60 cm (2.0 ft.) to infinity

h Optical zoom focal length (35 mm camera

equivalent)

Approx. 36 mm-108 mm

Ａ

３３

Maximum zoom scale: 3×

ꢁ

For subjects closer than 60 cm (2.0 ft.), use Macro mode

(➡P.33).

Zoom bar

ꢁ

Zooming pauses briefly when it changes between optical

zoom and digital zoom (➡P.25). Press the same Zoom button

again to change Zoom modes.

ꢁ

If the “å”, “˙”, “∆” or

^“©” message appears, see P.82.

Using the LCD monitor or viewfinder, frame the

shot so that the subject fills the entire AF (Auto

Focus) frame.

To take pictures using the viewfinder, press the

“DISP” button to turn the LCD monitor off (turning

the LCD monitor off conserves battery power).

Ａ

３３

AF frame

ꢁ

If the subject is not in the center of the picture, use AF/AE

lock to take the picture (➡P.24).

ꢁ

Note that you cannot turn the LCD monitor off in Macro

mode.

LCD monitor

ꢁ

To frame the shot precisely, take the picture using the LCD

monitor.

Brace your elbows against your sides and hold the

camera with both hands. Position the thumb of your

right hand so that it is handy for using the zoom.

The image shown on the LCD monitor before taking the

picture may differ in its brightness, color, etc. from the image

actually recorded. If necessary, play back the recorded image

to check it (➡P.26).

In some conditions it may be difficult to see your subject

clearly on the LCD monitor, (such as in sunny weather

outdoors or when you are shooting dimly lit scenes). In such

situations, use the viewfinder to take the picture.

ꢁ

AF frame

ꢁ

View finder

ꢁ

The image will be blurred if the camera moves when taking

the picture (camera shake). Use a tripod to avoid camera

shake, particularly for shots in dark locations when the flash

is set to Suppressed flash mode.

When using the viewfinder to take a picture at a

distance of 0.6 m to 1.5 m (2.0 ft. to 4.9 ft.), only the

shaded area in the figure is photographed.

ꢁ

There may be some unevenness in the brightness at the

lower edge of the LCD monitor. This is normal and does not

affect the photographed image.

Take care to hold the camera so that your fingers

or the strap do not cover the lens, flash or flash

control sensor. If the lens, flash or flash control

sensor is obscured by your fingers or the camera

strap, you may not be able to obtain the correct

brightness (exposure) for your shot.

ꢁ

Check that the lens is clean. If it is dirty, clean the lens as

described on P.78.

ꢁ

When using the flash in very dusty conditions or when it is

snowing, white dots may appear in the image due to the flash

reflecting off the dust particles or snowflakes. Try taking the

shot using Suppressed flash mode.

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STILL PHOTOGRAPHY MODE

(

)

TAKING PICTURES a AUTO MODE

Pressing the Shutter button down halfway, the

camera emits a short double-beep and focuses on

your subject. At that point, the AF frame on the

LCD monitor becomes smaller and the camera sets

the shutter speed and aperture (the viewfinder

lamp (green) stops blinking and remains lit).

I Viewfinder lamp display

Bebeep

Display

Status

Lit green

Ready to shoot.

Blinking green

AF/AE in progress, camera shake warning or AF warning (Ready to shoot).

Blinking green and

orange alternately

Recording to xD-Picture Card (Ready to shoot).

If “{” appears on the LCD monitor, the camera cannot focus.

Pressing the Shutter button down halfway, the image on the

LCD monitor freezes briefly. However, this is not the recorded

image.

Lit orange

Recording to xD-Picture Card (Not ready).

Charging the flash (Flash will not fire).

Camera in Power save mode (➡P.58).

ꢁ

Blinking orange

Blinking green

(1-second intervals)

ꢁ

If “{” appears on the LCD monitor (e.g. the shot is too dark

for the camera to focus), try standing about 2 m (6.6 ft.) from

the subject to take the picture.

Blinking red

h xD-Picture Card Warnings

１／５００　　Ｆ２．８

No card inserted, card not formatted, incorrect format, card full, xD-Picture Card error.

h Lens operation error.

ꢁ

If Ni-MH and alkaline batteries are being used together, or the

batteries are low on charge, camera may be turned off without

retracting the lens. At that time, set the Mode switch to

Playback mode (➡P.26). Then turn the camera on. After the

lens retracts, turn the camera off again. If the lens still does not

retract, fit new batteries or use the AC power adapter (➡P.69).

✽ When the LCD monitor is turned on, more detailed warning messages appears (➡P.82-83).

Subjects not suitable for autofocus

ꢀ

Though the FinePix F420 uses an autofocus mechanism, it may have trouble focusing with the

following subjects and situations:

Press the Shutter button down fully without releasing

it. When a clicking noise heard, the camera records

the photographed image.

h Very shiny subjects such as a mirror or car body

h Subjects photographed through glass

h Subjects that do not reflect well, such as hair or fur

h Subjects with no substance, such as smoke or

flames

h Subjects moving at high speed

h When something other than your subject is close

to the AF frame, has contrasting areas of light and

dark and is either closer or further away than your

subject (as when you photograph someone

against a background with strongly contrasting

elements)

Click

ꢁ

There is a slight delay between the Shutter button being

pressed and the picture being taken. When “IMAGE DISP.” is

set to ON (➡P.57), the results of the shot appear on the LCD

monitor after you take a picture. The image shown may differ

in its brightness, color, etc. from the image actually recorded.

If necessary, play back the shot to check the image.

h When the subject is dark

h When there is very little contrast between the

subject and the background (such as white walls

or subjects dressed in the same color as the

background)

For subjects of this type, use AF/AE lock (➡P.24).

ꢁ

When pressing the Shutter button down fully in one motion,

the AF frame disappears and the picture is taken.

ꢁ

When taking the picture, the viewfinder lamp lights orange

(shooting disabled). The viewfinder lamp then changes to

green to indicate that the next picture can be taken.

NUMBER OF AVAILABLE FRAMES

ꢁ

The viewfinder lamp blinks orange while the flash is charging.

If the LCD monitor is turned on, the LCD monitor may go

dark. This is normal and does not indicate a fault.

The number of available frames appears on the

LCD monitor.

Ａ

３３

ꢁ

See P.82-83 for information on the warning displays.

See P.29 for information on changing the quality setting.

The default quality “y” set at shipment is 1.

ꢁ

I Standard number of frames per xD-Picture Card

This is the standard number shown for a new xD-Picture Card formatted on the camera. The larger the capacity of the xD-

Picture Card, the greater the difference between the standard number and the actual number of frames appears.

Also, because the amount of data recorded varies depending on the subject, the number of available frames may not

decrease or may decrease by 2 when a frame is taken. Consequently, the actual number of frames may be more or less

than what is displayed.

Quality

0.3M

Number of recorded pixels

DPC-16 (16 MB)

DPC-32 (32 MB)

DPC-64 (64 MB)

DPC-128 (128 MB)

DPC-256 (256 MB)

DPC-512 (512 MB)

2816 × 2120

2048 × 1536

1280 × 960

640 × 480

122

247

137

497

162

325

651

275

997

173

347

550

1997

3993

1101

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STILL PHOTOGRAPHY MODE

(

)

TAKING PICTURES a AUTO MODE

(

)

USING AF/AE LOCK

USING THE ZOOM OPTICAL ZOOM / DIGITAL ZOOM

In a shot with this type of composition, the subjects

(two people in this case) are not in the AF frame. If

the picture is taken at this point, the subjects will

not be in focus.

Press “a ([)” up and “b (])” down to zoom in and

out.

The digital zoom can be used with the “3”, “1”

and “`” quality settings.

Ａ

３３

When zooming changes between optical and

digital, the “ ” indicator stops. Pressing the same

zoom switch again starts the “ ” indicator moving.

The digital zoom cannot be used with the “5” quality setting.

See P.29 for information on changing the quality setting.

If the shot goes out of focus during zooming, hold the Shutter

button down halfway to refocus the shot.

ꢁ

Move the camera slightly so that one of the

subjects in the AF frame.

Ａ

３３

✽

h Optical zoom focal length

Approx. 36 mm-108 mm,

Maximum zoom scale: 3×

Zoom bar display

Digital

zoom

✽

h Digital zoom focal lengths

Optical

zoom

3: Approx. 108 mm-151 mm,

Maximum zoom scale: Approx. 1.4×

1: Approx. 108 mm-238 mm,

Maximum zoom scale: Approx. 2.2×

`: Approx. 108 mm-475 mm,

Maximum zoom scale: Approx. 4.4×

Without moving the camera, press the Shutter

button down halfway (AF/AE lock). Focusing is

complete when the AF frame on the LCD monitor

shrinks and the viewfinder lamp (green) stops

blinking and remains lit.

Bebeep

The position of the “ ” indicator on the

zoom bar shows the zooming status.

The area below the separator indicates

optical zooming, while the area above

indicates digital zooming.

✽ 35 mm camera equivalent

ꢁ

The digital zoom can only be used for pictures taken using

the LCD monitor.

BEST FRAMING

Select the Framing guideline function in “q” mode.

The LCD monitor display changes each time you

press the “DISP” button. Press the “DISP” button

until “Framing Guideline” appears.

１／５００　　Ｆ２．８

Continue to hold the Shutter button down halfway

(AF/AE lock). Move the camera back to the original

image and then fully press down on the Shutter

button.

LCD monitor ON

Important

ꢀ

Framing Guideline displayed

LCD monitor OFF

Always use AF/AE lock when composing a shot.

The image may not be focused correctly if you do

not use AE/AF lock.

１／５００　　Ｆ２．８

Scene

Click

You can reapply the AF/AE lock as many times as you like

before releasing the shutter.

The AF/AE lock operates in all Photography modes and can

be used to ensure excellent results.

ꢁ

Use this frame with the main subject positioned at the intersection

of two lines or align one of the horizontal lines with the horizon.

This frame allows you to compose your own shots while

remaining aware of the subject's size and the balance of the shot.

Ａ

３３

ꢁ

AF (Autofocus)/AE (Auto-exposure) Lock

ꢀ

The framing guideline is not recorded on the image.

ꢁ

On the FinePix F420, when you press the Shutter button down half way, the focus and exposure

settings are fixed (AF/AE lock). If you want to focus on a subject that is off to one side of the image or if

you want to set the exposure before you compose the final shot, lock the AF and AE settings and then

compose and shoot your picture to get the best results.

The lines in the scene frame divide the recorded pixels into 3 roughly equal

parts horizontally and vertically. When the image is printed, the resulting print

may be shifted slightly from the scene frame.

ꢁ

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PLAYBACK MODE

(

)

VIEWING THE IMAGES PLAYBACK

During single-frame playback, you can use the zoom to check your photo or trim the image so that

only the part you want to show is saved.

Single-frame playback

1Set the Mode switch to “w”.

2Press “c” to scan forward through the images

and press “d” to scan backwards.

Single-frame playback

Press the “BACK” button to return to

single-frame playback.

Setting the Mode switch to “w”, the last shot is played back.

If the lens is extended during playback, the lens automatically

retracts as a protective measure if the camera is not used for

about 6 seconds.

ꢁ

Fast-forwarding through the images

Hold down “d” or “c” about 1 second during

playback to skip backwards or forwards through the

images.

Playback zoom

Panning

Playback frame number

１００－０００９

Change using the “DISP” button.

Zoom bar

ＰＡＮＮＩＮＧ

ＴＲＩＭＭＩＮＧ

DISP ＺＯＯＭ

ꢁ

A bar appears as a progress bar to the location of the current

image on the xD-picture Card.

ＯＫ

ＴＲＩＭＭＩＮＧ

Pressing “a (

)” up or “b (

)” down

Pressing “a”, “b”, “d”, or “c” to display

Multi-frame playback

during single-frame playback zooms

(enlarges) the still image. At that point, a

zoom bar appears.

another part of the image.

In Playback mode, the display shown on the LCD

monitor changes each time when pressing the

“DISP” button. Press the “DISP” button until the

multi-frame playback screen (9 frames) appears.

Text displayed

No text displayed

Multi-frame playback

0 Zoom scales

Quality mode

Max. zoom scale

The size of the saved image varies

depending on the zoom scale. If the saved

(2816 × 2120)

(2048 × 1536)

(1280 × 960)

(640 × 480)

image size is less than “

”, the

ＯＫ

“

TRIMMING" display disappears and

1Press “a”, “b”, “d” or “c” to move the cursor

(orange frame) to the frame you want to select.

Pressing “a” or “b” repeatedly changes to the

next page.

8×

the trimmed image will not be saved.

4×

2Press “DISP” button again to enlarge the current

image displayed.

Press the “MENU/OK” button to crop the

image.

１００ー０００１

The LCD monitor text display disappears after about 3 seconds.

Playback zoom cannot be used with multi-frame playback.

ꢁ

　９／　１／２００３

Check the size of the saved image and press the “MENU/OK”

button. The cropped image is added as a separate file in the final

frame.

Trimming

ꢁ

ＴＲＩＭＭＩＮＧ

Still images that can be viewed

ꢀ

0 Image sizes

You can use this camera to view still images recorded on the FinePix F420 or still images (excluding

some uncompressed images) recorded on a FUJIFILM digital camera that supports xD-Picture Cards.

Clear playback or digital zooming may not be possible for still images shot on cameras other than the

FinePix F420.

Printing at A4 or A5 size or printing part of the

image cropped at A6 size.

１Ｍ

ＲＥＣ　ＯＫ？

Printing at A6 size.

BACK ＣＡＮＣＥＬ

ＯＫ

ＲＥＣ

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p PHOTO MODE STILL PHOTOGRAPHY

Advanced

Features

PLAYBACK MODE

(

)

(

)

ERASING IMAGES ERASE FRAME

QUALITY MODE NUMBER OF RECORDED PIXELS

Set the Mode switch to “w”.

1Slide the Power switch to the side to turn the

camera on.

2Set the Mode switch to “q”.

3Press the Photo mode (p) button.

1Press the “MENU/OK” button during playback to

display the menu.

2Press “d” or “c” to select “o” ERASE.

The quality setting is retained even if you turn the

camera off or change the Mode switch setting.

1Press “d” or “c” to select the “y” quality setting

and then press “a” or “b” to change the setting.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button to confirm the

setting.

ＥＲＡＳＥ

ＡＬＬ　ＦＲＡＭＥＳ

ＦＲＡＭＥ

ＢＡＣＫ

Note that mistakenly erased images cannot be

recovered. Please copy important frames (files)

that you do not want to be erased to your computer

or another media.

1Press “a” or “b” to select “FRAME”.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button to confirm the

selection.

Quality settings in Still photography mode

ＥＲＡＳＥ

Choose from 4 settings. Using the table below as a

guide, select the setting that best suits the desired

result.

ＡＬＬ　ＦＲＡＭＥＳ

ＦＲＡＭＥ

ＢＡＣＫ

ＱＵＡＬＩＴＹ

See P.44 for information on “ALL FRAMES”.

１０

１９

３３ＦＲＡＭＥＳ

１２２

ꢁ

The numbers to the right of each setting show the number of

available frames.

ꢁ

When changing the quality setting, the number of available

frames also changes (➡P.23).

ꢁ

Press “a” or “b” to select “¡ BACK” and press “MENU/OK”

button to return to single-frame playback.

Quality mode

Sample Uses

ꢁ

Press the “BACK” button to cancel erasing single frame.

5 6 MB (2816 × 2120)

3 3 MB (2048 × 1536)

1 1 MB (1280 × 960)

` 0.3 MB (640 × 480)

Printing at A4 size or printing part of the image cropped at A5 or A6 size.

Printing at A4 or A5 size or printing part of the image cropped at A6 size.

Printing at A6 size.

1Press “d” or “c” to select the frame (file) to be

erased.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button to erase the

displayed frame (file).

To erase another image, repeat steps 1 and 2.

When you have finished erasing images, press the

“BACK” button.

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For an image attached to E-mail or used on a website.

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BACK ＣＡＮＣＥＬ

ＯＫＹＥＳ

ꢁ

Pressing the “MENU/OK” button repeatedly erases

consecutive images. Take care not to erase an image by

mistake.

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p PHOTO MODE STILL PHOTOGRAPHY

S SENSITIVITY

J FinePix COLOR

1Slide the Power switch to the side to turn the

camera on.

2Set the Mode switch to “q”.

3Press the Photo mode (p) button.

1Slide the Power switch to the side to turn the

camera on.

2Set the Mode switch to “q”.

3Press the Photo mode (p) button.

ꢁ

In “r” Movie mode, do not set the “J” FinePix COLOR

setting.

ꢁ

In “r” Movie mode, do not set the “S” (sensitivity) setting.

The FinePix COLOR setting is retained even if you

turn the camera off or change the Mode switch

setting.

Sensitivity is retained even if you turn the camera

off or change the Mode switch setting.

1Press “d” or “c” to select the “S” setting and

then press “a” or “b” to change the setting.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button to confirm the

setting.

1Press “d” or “c” to select the “J” FinePix

COLOR setting and then press “a” or “b” to

change the setting.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button to confirm the

setting.

h Settings

a: AUTO (125 to 640)/200/400/800

s, m, ,, . and /: 160/200/400/800

p-CHROME may have little visible effect with some subjects,

such as close-up shots of people (portraits).

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ꢁ

Because the effects on the image differ depending on the

scene being shot in p-CHROME mode, take pictures in

standard mode as well as this mode. Note that you may not

be able to see any difference on the LCD monitor.

For shots taken in p-CHROME mode or p-B&W mode,

automatic quality adjustment will be suppressed on Exif Print

compliant printers.

ＡＵＴＯ

ꢁ

While selecting a higher sensitivity setting will allow you to

take pictures in darker locations, it will also increase the

amount of speckling in your images.

ꢁ

ＩＳＯ

Choose the sensitivity setting that best suits the conditions.

The contrast and color saturation are set to standard. Use this mode for normal photography.

p-STANDARD

p-CHROME

p-B&W

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４００

２００

The contrast and color saturation are set to high. This feature is effective for taking more vivid

shots of subjects such as scenery (blue sky and greenery) and flowers.

Select AUTO as the sensitivity setting and the

camera automatically selects the appropriate

sensitivity setting for the subject brightness.

The AUTO sensitivity setting can be selected in

“a” in the SHOOTING MODE.

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This setting converts the colors in the photographed image to black and white.

When setting p-CHROME or p-B&W, the icon

appears on the LCD monitor.

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p-CHROME: R

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High-sensitivity photography 800

When high sensitivity (800) is selected, the quality

is automatically set to “1”.

３３

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Ａ

p-B&W

: T

When using a high sensitivity setting, “^”

appears on the LCD monitor.

ＱＵＡＬＩＴＹ

ꢁ

The digital zoom cannot be used in high-sensitivity

photography.

Quality setting in High-sensitivity mode

ꢀ

If you try to select a quality setting (➡P.29) other than “1” when the camera is set to High-sensitivity

mode, “^” appears blinking and the quality cannot be changed.

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STILL PHOTOGRAPHY MODE

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TAKING PICTURES — SELECTING THE CAMERA SETTINGS

e MACRO CLOSE-UP PHOTOGRAPHY d FLASH

Consider the scene you are photographing and the sort of image you want to

achieve when you specify the camera settings. A general guide to the procedure

is given below.

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e MACRO CLOSE-UP PHOTOGRAPHY

Selecting Macro mode allows you to take close-up

shots.

1Set the Mode switch to “q”.

2Press the “e” Macro button (d). Close-up shots

are ready to take when the “e” appears on the

LCD monitor.

To cancel Macro mode, press the “e” Macro

button (d) again.

Select the SHOOTING MODE

Leaves the “EV” and “White balance” settings to the camera.

３３

Ａ

Sets the “EV” and “White balance” to manual to easily control

yourself.

h Focal range

Approx. 8.5 cm to 80 cm (3.3 in. to 31.5 in.)

m / , / . / / Selects the best setting for the scene being shot.

h Effective flash range

Approx. 30 cm to 80 cm (11.8 in. to 31.5 in.)

h Optical zoom focal length

Approx. 36 mm-52 mm,

Specify the required Photography function settings

✽

Flash

Uses for shots in dark locations or for backlit

subjects, etc.

Maximum zoom scale: 1.4 ×

✽

h Digital zoom focal lengths

Macro

Self-timer

Uses for close-up shots.

Uses in situations such as group shots where the

photographer is included in the shot.

3: Approx. 52 mm-73 mm,

Maximum zoom scale: Approx. 1.4 ×

1: Approx. 52 mm-114 mm,

Maximum zoom scale: Approx. 2.2 ×

`: Approx. 52 mm-229 mm,

Continuous shooting Uses to take a series of continuous shots.

Maximum zoom scale: Approx. 4.4 ×

Uses the AE exposure as a reference value of 0,

this function brightens (+) or darkens (–) the shot.

Uses to fix the white balance to suit the photography

conditions and lighting.

✽ 35 mm camera equivalent

Macro photography is automatically cancelled in the following

situations:

ꢁ

White balance

If you use the viewfinder to take a picture

in Macro mode, the field visible through

the viewfinder does not match the field

actually photographed because the

viewfinder and lens are in different

positions. Accordingly, you should use

the LCD monitor to take pictures in

Macro mode.

i When the Mode switch setting is moved to “r”

i When the SHOOTING MODE is changed

i When the camera is turned off

Select the appropriate Flash mode for the conditions.

If shooting in a dark location (when the “|” camera shake

warning icon appears), use a tripod to prevent camera shake.

The LCD monitor is automatically turned ON and cannot be

turned OFF.

ꢁ

Take the pictures

I Photography mode specifications

ꢁ

Default

Setting

m/,/.//

When canceling Macro mode, the LCD monitor remains on.

ꢁ

AUTO

OFF

YES

YES^✽2

d FLASH (AUTO/b/d/v/c/n)

e MACRO (ON/OFF)

AUTO^✽1

YES

y QUALITY

S ISO

FinePix

Photo

mode

J FinePix COLOR

p-STANDARD

OFF

(ON/OFF)

* SELF-TIMER

(OFF/f/k)

OFF

f CONTINUOUS SHOOTING

D EV (–2.1 to +1.5)

A WHITE BALANCE (AUTO/6/7/9/0/-/8)

AUTO

✽1 The factory default S setting for s mode is 160.

✽2 Some restrictions apply to the available flash modes depending on the photography menu setting (m, ,, . or /)

(➡P.36).

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STILL PHOTOGRAPHY MODE

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e MACRO CLOSE-UP PHOTOGRAPHY d FLASH

Forced flash

d FLASH

Up to 6 Flash modes can be chosen according to

the type of shot.

1Set the Mode switch to “q”.

2The flash setting changes each time you press

the “d” Flash button (c). The last Flash mode

displayed is selected.

Use this mode to photograph backlit scenes, such as a

subject against a window or in the shade of a tree, or to

obtain the correct colors when you are shooting under

lighting such as fluorescent lamps. In this mode, the flash

fires in bright as well as dark conditions.

h Effective flash range (for a AUTO)

Wide-angle: Approx. 0.6 m to 3.5 m

(2.0 ft. to 11.5 ft.)

Suppressed flash

Use this mode for photography using indoor lighting, for

shots taken through glass, and for photography in venues

such as theaters or at indoor sporting events where the

distance is too great for the flash to be effective. In this

situation, you can use the specified white balance (➡P.40)

to take shots that retain the atmosphere given by the

ambient lighting.

Telephoto: Approx. 0.6 m to 2.7 m

(2.0 ft. to 8.9 ft.)

When useing the flash in very dusty conditions or when it is

snowing, white dots may appear in the image due to the flash

reflecting off the dust particles or snowflakes. Try taking the

shot using Suppressed flash mode.

ꢁ

The flash charging time may increase if the charge remaining

in the battery is low.

ꢁ

When taking a picture using the flash, you may see the image

disappear and the LCD monitor go dark as the flash charges.

At the same time, the viewfinder lamp blinks orange.

The available Flash modes are limited depending on the

Photography menu selected (➡P.36).

ꢁ

To take pictures in Suppressed flash mode in dark conditions, use a

tripod to prevent camera shake.

See P.82 for information on the camera shake warning.

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Slow synchro

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Auto flash mode no icon

This is a flash mode that uses a slow shutter speed. This

allows you to take pictures of people at night that clearly

show both your subjects and the night time backdrop. To

prevent camera shake, always use a tripod.

Use this mode for ordinary photography. The flash fires

automatically as required by the shooting conditions.

h Slowest shutter speed: Up to 2 sec.

ꢁ

Pressing the Shutter button while the flash is charging, the shot will be

taken without the flash.

Red-eye reduction + Slow synchro

Use this mode for Slow synchro shots with Red-eye

reduction.

Red-eye reduction

Use this mode to ensure that the subject’s eyes appear

natural when photographing people in low-light conditions.

The flash fires a pre-flash just before the picture is taken

and then fires again to take the actual picture.

The flash fires automatically as required by the shooting

conditions.

ꢁ

The image may be overexposed when shooting bright scenes.

To take a picture of a main subject at night with the

background brightly lit, please use “/” (NIGHT) settings in

the “q” SHOOTING MODE (➡P.36).

ꢁ

Pressing the Shutter button while the flash is charging will result in the

shot will be taken without the flash.

Red-Eye Effect

ꢀ

When you use the flash to photograph people in low-light conditions, their eyes sometimes appear

red in the picture. This is caused by the light of the flash reflecting off the inside of the eye. Use

Red-eye reduction flash to effectively minimize the likelihood of the red-eye effect.

Take the following measures to make Red-eye reduction more effective:

h Get the subjects to look at the camera. h Get as close as possible to the subjects.

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STILL PHOTOGRAPHY MENU

Selecting the SHOOTING MODE (➡P.36)

q PHOTOGRAPHY MODE

PHOTOGRAPHY MENU

Set the Mode switch to “q”.

PHOTOGRAPHY MENU OPERATION

1Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the menu

on the LCD monitor.

2Press “d” or “c” to select the menu item and

“a” or “b” to change the setting.

3Press the “MENU/OK” button to confirm the

selection.

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1Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the

menu on the LCD monitor.

2Press “d” or “c” to select “q” SHOOTING

MODE.

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ＳＣＥＮＥ

When the setting is enabled, an icon appears in the

top-left corner of the LCD monitor.

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ＡＵＴＯ

ＭＡＮＵＡＬ

３３

ꢁ

The settings available in the menu screen vary depending on

the SHOOTING MODE (➡P.32).

1Press “a” or “b” to select SHOOTING MODE.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button to confirm the

selection.

SELF-TIMER PHOTOGRAPHY

The self timer can be set in Still photography mode.

The self timer is used in situations such as group

shots where the photographer is included in the

shot.

When you set the self-timer to “ON”, “*” appears

on the LCD monitor.

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ＳＣＥＮＥ

ＯＮ

ＯＦＦ

ＰＯＲＴＲＡＩＴ

ＡＵＴＯ

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In this mode, a timer runs for about 10 seconds

before the shutter is released.

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The self-timer is automatically turned off in the following

situations:

i When shooting ends

i When the SHOOTING MODE is changed

i When the Mode switch setting is moved another setting

i When the camera is turned off

Photography mode

Explanation

Available flash modes

This is the mode for specifying “EV” (exposure compensation)

(➡P.40) and White balance (➡P.40) settings.

AUTO / b / d / v / c /

q MANUAL

This is the easiest mode for taking pictures and can be used in

a wide range of conditions.

1Position the AF frame over the subject.

2Press the Shutter button down halfway to focus

the shot.

3Without releasing the Shutter button, press the

button all the way down (fully pressed) to start

the self-timer.

AUTO / b / d / v

q AUTO

３３

This is the best mode for shooting portraits. Skin tones are

shown beautifully and the overall tone is soft.

AUTO / b / d / v / c /

m PORTRAIT

This is the best mode for shooting scenery in daylight and

provides crisp, clear shots of scenery such as buildings and

mountains.

can not be used

, SCENE

. SPORT

This is the best mode for shooting sporting events. This mode

gives priority to faster shutter speeds.

AUTO / d / v

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The AF/AE lock can be used in Self-timer photography mode

(➡P.24).

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Click

This is the best mode for evening and night scenes. This mode

allows you to take shots where priority is given to slow shutter

speeds of up to 2 seconds. To prevent camera shake, always

use a tripod.

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Take care not to stand in front of the lens when you press the

Shutter button as this can prevent the correct focus or

brightness (exposure) being obtained.

c / n / v

/ NIGHT

Continued

✽ “m”, “,”, “.” and “/” can not be selected Macro mode.

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STILL PHOTOGRAPHY MENU

Selecting the SHOOTING MODE (➡P.36)

PHOTOGRAPHY MENU

The self-timer lamp lights steadily for about 5

seconds and then blinks for another 5 seconds,

after which the shot is taken.

Top 4-frame continuous shooting

This mode shoots up to 4 frames at intervals as

short as 0.3 seconds. When taking the pictures, the

photographed images are displayed and

automatically recorded.

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The self-timer lamplight may not be visible under sunlight.

To stop the self-timer, once it has started running, press the

“BACK” button.

ꢁ

The time required to record a file is about 7 seconds in “1”

mode (for top or final 4-frame continuous shooting).

A countdown appears on the LCD monitor indicating

the time remaining until the picture is taken.

Self-timer mode is automatically cancelled after

each shot.

Final 4-frame continuous shooting

２

This mode allows you to release the shutter up to

25 times (at intervals as short as 0.3 seconds) and

record the last 4 frames.

Max. 25 shots

Press Shutter Release Shutter

button button

１／５００Ｆ２．８

If you take your finger off the Shutter button before

25 shots have been taken, the camera records the

final 4 frames shot before you released the Shutter

button.

×1

4 frames

CONTINUOUS SHOOTING

If there is insufficient space on the xD-Picture

Card, the camera records as many of the pictures

taken just before the Shutter button was released

as will fit on the xD-Picture Card.

This mode can be selected in the Still photography

mode.

Select the Continuous shooting mode you want to

use.

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Focusing on a moving subject

ꢀ

If you press the Shutter button down halfway to focus on the subject at the starting point A, the subject

may no longer be in focus when it reaches point B where you want to take the shot.

In such situations, focus on point B beforehand and then lock the focus so that it does not shift.

This feature is also useful for photographing fast-moving subjects that are difficult to focus on.

Setting Continuous shooting mode (excluding

OFF), the selected mode appears on the LCD

monitor.

f: Top 4-frame Continuous shooting

k: Final 4-frame Continuous shooting

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Ａ

Focus on 　 and lock the focus.

Focus on 　A and the focus is wrong at

Starting point

Point where you want to take the picture

Notes on using the Continuous shooting modes

ꢀ

h LCD monitor goes dark during shooting images.

h Use the viewfinder to take pictures.

h The results of the shot appear even when “IMAGE DISP.” is set to OFF (➡P.57).

h Shooting continues for as long as holding down the Shutter button.

h If there is insufficient space on the xD-Picture Card, as many frames are shot as can be recorded on

the available space.

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h The focus and exposure are determined when the first frame is shot and cannot be changed mid-

way.

h The speed of continuous shooting does not change with the quality setting.

h When a Continuous shooting mode is selected, the flash mode is forcibly set to “v” Suppressed flash.

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STILL PHOTOGRAPHY MENU

MOVIE MODE

Selecting the SHOOTING MODE (➡P.36)

PHOTOGRAPHY MENU

r RECORDING MOVIES

Set the Mode switch to “r”.

Use “r” Movie mode to record movies with sound.

h Specifications

Motion JPEG with monaural sound

Quality setting: $ 320 × 240 pixels

h Frame rate (➡P.88)

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EV EXPOSURE COMPENSATION

This mode can be selected in “s” in the SHOOTING

MODE.

Use the Brightness setting to obtain the correct

brightness (exposure) when the subject is much

brighter or darker than the background.

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+０．６

+０．３

０

-０．３

30 frames per second

h Compensation range

–2.1 EV to +1.5 EV (13 steps in 0.3 EV increments)

See P.88 for more information on EV.

ꢁ

The available recording time for a video may decrease depending on the amount of free space on the xD-Picture

Card.

ꢁ

Because a movie is recorded onto the xD-Picture Card as it is shot, it cannot be recorded correctly if the camera

suddenly loses power (if you open the battery cover or disconnect the AC power adapter).

ꢁ

The Brightness setting is disabled in the following situations:

i When the flash is used in Auto or Red-eye reduction mode

i When dark scenes are shot in Forced flash mode

It may not be possible to playback your movies on other cameras.

To obtain the optimum brightness

ꢀ

Adjust the exposure compensation according to the level of brightness or darkness in the photographed

image.

I Recording Times for xD-Picture Card

✽ These figures are the available recording times using a new xD-Picture Card formatted on the camera.

h When the subject appears too bright

Try a negative (–) compensation setting.

This will make the overall photographed

image darker.

h When the subject appears too dark

Try a positive (+) compensation setting.

This will make the overall photographed

image brighter.

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Quality mode

30 frames per second

DPC-16 (16 MB)

DPC-32 (32 MB)

DPC-64 (64 MB)

DPC-128 (128 MB)

DPC-256 (256 MB)

DPC-512 (512 MB)

26 sec.

54 sec.

109 sec.

219 sec.

7.3 min.

14.6 min.

I Guide to compensation

i Backlit portraits: +0.6 EV to +1.5 EV

i Very bright scenes (such as snowfields) and highly reflective subjects: +0.9 EV

i Shots made up predominantly of sky: +0.9 EV

i Spotlit subjects, particularly against dark backgrounds: –0.6 EV

i Scenes with low reflectivity, such as shots of pine trees or dark foliage: –0.6 EV

The available recording time and “œ”

appear on the LCD monitor.

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WHITE BALANCE

Ｓ

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This mode can be selected in “s” in the SHOOTING

MODE.

ＷＢ

ꢁ

Because sound is recorded concurrently with the images,

ensure that you do not cover the microphone with a finger,

etc. (➡P.8).

Change the white balance setting when you want to

take a picture with the white balance fixed for the

surroundings and lighting when the picture is taken.

In AUTO mode, the correct white balance may not

be obtained for subjects such as close-ups of

people’s faces and pictures taken under a special

light source. In such situations, select the correct

white balance for the light source. See P.88 for

information on the white balance.

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Press “a ([)” up or “b (])” down to zoom in or

out before you start recording. You must zoom

beforehand as you cannot zoom during recording.

h The optical zoom focal length

(35 mm camera equivalent)

Approx. 36 mm-108 mm

Max. zoom scale: 3×

h Focal range

Approx. 60 cm (2.0 ft.) to infinity

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The color tones may vary somewhat depending on the

shooting conditions (light source, etc.).

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AUTO : Automatic adjustment

(Shooting to show the ambience of

9 : Shooting under “Daylight” fluorescent

lamps

the light source)

0 : Shooting under “Warm White” fluorescent

: Shooting outdoors in fine weather

: Shooting in shade

lamps

- : Shooting under “Cool White” fluorescent

lamps

8 : Shooting in incandescent light

✽ When the flash fires, the white balance set for the flash is used. To achieve a particular desired effect, set the Flash

mode to Suppressed flash (➡P.35).

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MOVIE MODE

PLAYBACK MODE

r RECORDING MOVIES

r PLAYING BACK MOVIES

Press the Shutter button down fully to start

recording.

1Set the Mode switch to “w”.

2Press “d” or “c” to select the movie file.

ꢁ

The brightness and color of the LCD monitor shown during

movie recording may differ from those shown before

recording begins.

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ꢁ

You do not need to hold down the Shutter button.

ꢁ

Movies cannot be played back using multi-frame playback.

Use the “DISP” button to select single-frame playback.

Pressing the Shutter button down fully locks the

focus, but the exposure varies automatically

according to the scene being shot.

ＰＬＡＹ

Indicated by the “r” icon.

A counter appears in the top-right corner of the

LCD monitor during recording shows the remaining

time.

1Press “b” to play the movie.

2The LCD monitor shows the playback time and a

playback progress bar.

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ＲＥＣ

When the Power save function (➡P.58) is active, after 30

seconds of recording, the LCD monitor gets a bit dark. Press

the “DISP” button to recover the LCD monitor brightness.

If the brightness of the subject changes during movie

recording, the sound of lens operation may be recorded.

Some wind noise may be recorded in movie recorded

outdoors.

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１ｓ

ꢁ

If the subject of the movie is very bright, white streaks may

appear on the image during playback. This is normal and

does not indicate fault.

ꢁ

When the remaining time runs out, recording automatically

ends and the movie is saved onto the xD-Picture Card.

Movies are displayed one size smaller than still

images.

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ＰＡＵＳＥ

Press the Shutter button during recording to end

recording.

I Playing Back Movies

Control

Description

Playback begins.

The movie automatically stops when playback ends.

Playback

Pause/Resume

Stop

Pauses the movie during playback.

Press “b” again to resume playback.

Stops playback.

✽ Press “d” or “c” while movie playback is stopped to go back

to the previous file or advance to the next file respectively.

ꢁ

If recording is stopped immediately after it begins, about 1

second of movie is recorded onto the xD-Picture Card.

Press “d” or “c” during playback to skip forwards or backwards

through the movie.

Fast forward/Rewind

Rewind

Fast forward

i Press “d” or “c” when the movie is paused, the movie

advances or goes back one frame.

Skip playback

i Hold down “d” or “c” to move through the frames quickly.

When paused

Playing back movie files

ꢀ

i It may not be possible to play back a movie file that was recorded on a camera other than the FinePix

F420.

i To play back movie files on a computer, save the movie file on the xD-Picture Card to the

computer’s hard disk and then play back the saved file.

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PLAYBACK MENU

o ERASING SINGLE ALL FRAMES

1Set the Mode switch to “w”.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the

menu on the LCD monitor.

FRAME

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ＦＲＡＭＥ

1Press “d” or “c” to select the frame (file) to be

erased.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button to erase the

currently displayed frame (file).

To erase another image, repeat steps 1 and 2.

When you have finished erasing images, press the

“BACK” button.

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BACK ＣＡＮＣＥＬ

ＯＫＹＥＳ

Note that mistakenly erased images cannot be

recovered. Please copy important frames (files)

that you do not want to be erased to your computer

or another media.

ꢁ

Pressing the “MENU/OK” button repeatedly erases

consecutive images. Take care not to erase an image by

mistake.

ꢁ

Protected frames (files) cannot be erased. Unprotect the

frames (files) before erasing them (➡P.46).

Press “d” or “c” to select “o” ERASE.

ALL FRAMES

Pressing the “MENU/OK” button erases all the

frames (files).

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ＡＬＬ　ＦＲＡＭＥＳ

ALL FRAMES

Erases all unprotected frames (files).

Copy important frames (files) that you do not want to

be erased to your computer or another media.

ＥＲＡＳＥ　ＡＡＬＬ　ＯＫ？

ＩＴ　ＭＡＹ　ＴＡＫＥＥ　Ａ　ＷＷＨＩＬＥ

ＥＲＡＳＥ

BACK

ＣＡ

ＮＣＥＬ

ＯＫ

Ｙ

ＥＳ

ＡＬＬ　ＦＲＡＭＥＳ

ＦＲＡＭＥ

ＢＡＣＫ

FRAME

Erase only the selected frame (file).

ꢁ

Protected frames (files) cannot be erased. Unprotect the

frames (files) before erasing them (➡P.46).

¡BACK

Returns to playback without erasing any frames

(files).

If the “†” message appears, press the “MENU/OK” button again to erase the

frames (files).

1Press “a” or “b” to select “ALL FRAMES” or

“FRAME”.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button.

To stop the procedure mid-way

ꢀ

Press the “BACK” button to stop erasing all the

frames (files). Some unprotected frames (files) will

be left unerased.

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ＥＲＡＳＥ

ＡＬＬ　ＦＲＡＭＥＳ

ＦＲＡＭＥ

ＢＡＣＫ

ꢁ

Even if you stop the procedure immediately, some frames

(files) will be erased.

BACK ＣＡＮＣＥＬ

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PLAYBACK MENU

PROTECTING IMAGES: FRAME SET ALL RESET ALL

1Set the Mode switch to “w”.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the

menu on the LCD monitor.

FRAME RESET

1Press “d” or “c” to select the protected frame

(file).

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ＦＲＡＭＥ

2Press the “MENU/OK” button to unprotect the

displayed frame (file).

Protection is a setting that prevents frames (files)

from being accidentally erased. However, the

“FORMAT” function erases all the frames (files),

including protected frames (files) (➡P.59).

ＵＮＰＲＯＴＥＣＣＴ　ＯＫ？

BACK

ＣＡＮ

ＣＥＬ

ＯＫ

Ｙ

ＥＳ

Press “d” or “c” to select “i” PROTECT.

RESET ALL

Removes the protection from all the frames (files).

SET ALL

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ＰＲＯＴＥＣＴ

SET ALL

Protects all the frames (files).

ＳＥＴ　ＡＬＬ

Press the “MENU/OK” button to protect all the

frames (files).

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ＳＥＴ　ＡＬＬ

ＦＲＡＭＥ

ＳＥＴ　ＡＬＬ　ＯＫ？

ＩＴ　ＭＡＹ　ＴＡＫＥ　　Ａ　ＷＨＩＬＥ

FRAME

Protects or unprotects only the selected frame

(file).

ＯＫ

BACK

ＣＡ

ＮＣＥＬ

Ｙ

ＥＳ

1Press “a” or “b” to select “FRAME”, “SET ALL”

or “RESET ALL”.

2Press “MENU/OK” button.

RESET ALL

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ＰＲＯＴＥＣＴ

ＲＥＳＥＴＴ　ＡＬＬ

Press the “MENU/OK” button to unprotect all the

frames (files).

ＲＥＳＥＴＴ　ＡＬＬ

ＳＥＴ　ＡＬＬ

ＦＲＡＭＥ

ＲＥＳＥＴ　ＡＡＬＬ　ＯＫ？

ＩＴ　ＭＡＹ　ＴＡＫＥ　　Ａ　ＷＨＩＬＥ

BACK

Ｃ

ＡＮＣＥＬ

ＯＫ

Ｙ

ＥＳ

FRAME SET

１００－０００９

ＦＲＡＭＥ

1Press “d” or “c” to select the frame (file) to be

protected.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button to protect the

frame (file) currently displayed.

ＰＲＯＴＥＣＣＴ　ＯＫ？

To stop the procedure mid-way

ꢀ

To protect another frame (file), repeat steps 1 and

2. To finish protecting frames (files), press the

“BACK” button.

If the photographed images are very large, protecting

or unprotecting all the frames (files) may take some

time.

If you want to take a picture or a movie during the

procedure, press the “BACK” button. To then return

to protecting or unprotecting all the frames (files),

start the procedure on P.46 from step 1.

BACK

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ＹＥＳ

ＣＡＮＣＥＬ

１００－０００９

ＳＥＴ　ＡＬＬ

BACK

Ｃ

ＡＮＣＥＬ

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)

g AUTO PLAY AUTOMATIC PLAYBACK

t RECORDING VOICE MEMOS

Voice memos can be added to still images.

h Audio recording format: WAVE (➡P.88)

PCM recording format

Audio file size: Approx. 480 KB

(for a 30-second voice memo)

1Set the Mode switch to “w”.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the menu

on the LCD monitor.

1Set the Mode switch to “w”.

2Press “d” or “c” to select the image (still image)

to which you want to add a voice memo.

1Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the

menu on the LCD monitor.

2Press “d” or “c” to select “t” VOICE MEMO.

3Press the “MENU/OK” button.

The Power save function does not operate during playback.

Movie starts automatically. When the preview movie or movie

ends, playback moves on to the next frame.

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01 03

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Press “d” or “c” to select “g” PLAYBACK.

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ＯＮ

ＰＬＡＹＢＡＣＫ

Voice memos cannot be added to movies.

When the “≤” message appears, unprotect

the frame.

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“ø” appears on the LCD monitor.

Press the “MENU/OK” button to begin recording.

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ＶＯＩＣＥ　　ＭＥＭＯ

ＲＥＣ　ＳＴＴＡＮＤＢＹ

３０ｓ

1Press “a” or “b” to select the playback interval

and the type of image transition.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button. The image frames

are automatically advanced and played back.

Face the microphone on

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Ｓ

ＴＡＲＴ

BACK

ＣＡＮＣＥＬ

Microphone

the front of the camera

to record your comment.

Hold the camera about

20 cm (7.9 in.) away for

the best results.

ＰＬＡＹＢＡＣＫ

The remaining recording time appears during

recording and the self-timer lamp blinks.

When the time remaining reaches 5 seconds, the

self-timer lamp starts blinking quickly.

Pressing the “DISP” button once during playback causes, the

playback frame number to appear on the LCD monitor.

To interrupt “g” PLAYBACK, press the “BACK” button.

ꢁ

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ＶＯＩＣＥ　ＭＥＭＯ

ꢁ

ＲＥＣＯＲＤＩＮＧ

２９ｓ

Elapsed time

progress bar

Remaining time

BACK

Ｒ

Ｅ－ＲＥＣ

ＯＫ

Ｒ

ＥＣ

ꢁ

To end your comment during recording, press the “MENU/OK”

button.

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t RECORDING VOICE MEMOS

t PLAYING BACK VOICE MEMOS

After 30 seconds of recording, “π” appears

on the LCD monitor.

1Set the Mode switch to “w”.

2Press “d” or “c” to select an image file that has a

voice memo.

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ＶＯＩＣＥ　ＭＥＭＯ

To finish: Press the “MENU/OK” button.

To re-record your comment: Press the “BACK”

button.

ＦＩＮＩＳＨ

BACK

Ｒ

Ｅ－ＲＥＣ

ＯＫ

Ｒ

ＥＣ

ꢁ

Voice memos can not be play backed using multi-frame

playback. Press the “DISP” button to select single-frame

playback.

ＰＬＡＹ

Indicated by the “t” icon.

When the image already has a voice memo

1Press “b” to play the voice memo.

2The playback time appears on the LCD monitor

along with a progress bar.

ꢀ

If you select an image that already has a voice

memo, a screen appears in which you can select

whether or not to re-record the memo.

ＶＯＩＣＥ　　ＭＥＭＯ

ＲＥ－ＲＥＣ

ＢＡＣＫ

ꢁ

When the sound is difficult to hear, adjust the volume (➡P.56).

Take care not to block

the speaker.

１ｓ

Speaker

ꢁ

When the “≤” message appears, unprotect

the frame.

ＳＴＯＰ

ＰＡＵＳＥ

I Playing back voice memos

Control

Description

Playback

The voice memo automatically stops when playback ends.

Pauses the voice memo during playback.

Press “b” again to resume playback.

Pause/Resume

Stops playback.

✽ Press “d” or “c” while voice memo playback is stopped to

go back to the previous file or advance to the next file

respectively.

Stop

Press “d” or “c” during playback to skip forwards or backwards

through the voice memo.

✽ These buttons do not function while playback is paused.

Fast forward/

Rewind

Fast forward

Compatible voice memo files

ꢀ

You can use your FinePix F420 to playback voice memos recorded on this camera or voice memos up

to 30 seconds long recorded onto xD-Picture Card using a FUJIFILM digital camera.

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p PHOTO MODE PLAYBACK

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)

HOW TO SPECIFY PRINT OPTIONS DPOF

u DPOF SET FRAME

DPOF stands for Digital Print Order Format and refers to a format that is used for

recording printing specifications for images shot using a digital camera on media such as

an xD-Picture Card. The recorded specifications include information on which frames

are to be printed.

1Set the Mode switch to “w”.

2Press the Photo mode (p) button.

This section gives a detailed description of how to order your prints with the FinePix F420.

On the FinePix F420, you can specify only one print per image in the DPOF settings.

✽ Note that some printers do not support date and time imprinting or specification of the

number of prints.

✽ Note that the warnings shown below may be displayed while you are specifying the

prints.

Press “d” or “c” to select “u” DPOF.

…

(➡P.45)

During

playback,

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ＤＰＯＦ

check that the “u ”

appears for the DPOF

settings that have

been specified.

When you erase the image, the DPOF setting for that image is deleted at the same

time.

ＷＩＴＨＯＵＴＴ　ＤＡＴＥ

ＷＩＴＨ　　ＤＡＴＥ

(➡P.53)

When you insert an xD-Picture Card that contains frames specified for printing on by

another camera, those print specifications are all reset and replaced by the new print

specifications.

　９

／　１

／

２００３

(➡P.82)

1Press “a” or “b” to select “WITH DATE” or

“WITHOUT DATE”. Selecting “WITH DATE” will

cause the date to be imprinted on your prints.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button.

Up to 999 frames can be specified on the same xD-Picture Card.

ＤＰＯＦ

ＷＩＴＨＯＵＴＴ　ＤＡＴＥ

ＷＩＴＨ　　ＤＡＴＥ

ꢁ

By selecting the “WITH DATE” setting, you can have the date

imprinted on your shots when you use the Print Service or a

DPOF-compatible printer (depending on the printer

specifications, the date may not be printed in some cases).

When DPOF settings were specified on another camera

ꢀ

When the data includes a frame (file) with DPOF

setting that were specified on another camera,

^“¥” appears.

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Pressing the “MENU/OK” button (or Photo mode (p)

button) erases all of the DPOF settings already

specified for each frame (file). You must then specify

the DPOF setting for each frame (file) again.

ＲＥＳＥＴ　ＤＰＰＯＦ　ＯＫ？

BACK

ＯＫ

ＹＥＳ

ＮＯ

ꢁ

Press the “BACK” button to leave the previous settings

unchanged.

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p PHOTO MODE PLAYBACK

u DPOF SET FRAME

U DPOF ALL RESET

1Press “d” or “c” to display the frame (file) for

1Set the Mode switch to “w”.

2Press the Photo mode (p) button.

which you want to specify DPOF settings.

2Press “a” or “b” to set a value up to 99 as the

number of copies of the frame (file) to be printed.

For frames (files) that you do not want printed,

set the number of prints to 0 (zero).

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Total number

of prints

To specify more DPOF settings, repeat steps 1

and 2.

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Setting for

that frame

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Prints of up to 999 image frames (files) can be ordered on the

same xD-Picture Card.

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ＦＲＡＭＥ

1Press “d” or “c” to select “U” DPOF ALL RESET.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button.

ꢁ

DPOF settings cannot be specified for movies.

ＯＫ

Ｓ

ＥＴ

If you press the “BACK” button during the settings,

all the new settings are cancelled. If there were

previous DPOF settings, only the modifications are

cancelled.

ＤＰＯＦ　ＡＬＬＬ　ＲＥＳＥＴ

ＳＥＴ

Always press the “MENU/OK” button (or Photo

mode (p) button) to complete the settings.

Pressing the “BACK” button, no DPOF settings are

specified.

Canceling a frame

ꢀ

１００－０００９

To cancel the DPOF setting for a frame you have

specified (cancel frame), perform steps 1 to 3 and

then:

1 Press “d” or “c” to select the frame (file) with

the DPOF setting you want to cancel.

2 Set the number of prints to 0 (zero). To cancel

the DPOF setting for another frame (file), repeat

steps 1 and 2.

ＤＰＯＦ

A confirmation message appears on the LCD

monitor.

To reset all the DPOF settings, press the “MENU/OK”

button (or Photo mode (p) button).

Total number

of prints

ＴＯＴＡＬ／　　　　９ＳＨＥＥＴＳ

Press the MENU/OK button (or Photo mode (p)

button) to complete the settings.

ＲＥＳＥＴ　ＤＰＰＯＦ　ＯＫ？

BACK ＣＡＮＣＥＬ

ＯＫ

ＹＥＳ

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Settings

ADJUSTING THE MONITOR BRIGHTNESS / VOLUME

SET-UP

I SET-UP menu options

1Set the Mode switch to “w”.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the

menu on the LCD monitor.

Settings

Display

Default setting

Explanation

This option specifies whether or not an image checking screen

(photography result) appears after you take a shot.

The photographed image appears for a few moments and then

automatically recorded.

IMAGE DISP.

ON/OFF

This option allows you to specify whether the LCD monitor turns

off to conserve power if the camera is not used for 30 seconds.

See P.58 for details.

POWER SAVE

ON/OFF

FORMAT

–

Erases all files. See P.59 for details.

Sets the volume of the tone emitted when the camera controls

are used.

OFF/1/2/3

§ BEEP

The LCD monitor brightness can be adjusted in “q” Still

photography mode and “r” Movie mode.

ꢁ

OFF/1/2/3

SET

–

Sets the volume of the sound emitted when the shutter operates.

Use this option to correct the date or time. See P.15 for details.

§ SHUTTER

DATE/TIME

Use this option to specify whether the LCD monitor is automatically

turned ON or OFF when the Mode switch is set to “q”.

1Press “d” or “c” to select “F” OPTION and

then press “a” or “b” to select “6LCD” or

“VOLUME”.

ON/OFF

qLCD

Specifies whether frame numbers are assigned consecutively

from previous numbers or begin again. See P.59 for details.

FRAME NO.

USB MODE

START-IMAGE

CONT./RENEW

CONT.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button.

Selects the function when the camera is connected to a PC.

See P.70 for details.

¶/qPC

ＯＰＴＩＯＮ

Allows you to specify whether the stored startup screen appears

on the LCD monitor when you turn the camera on.

ON/OFF

ＳＥＴーＵＰ

ＬＣＤ

ＶＯＬＵＭＥ

ENGLISH

Use this setting to specify the language used for screen display.

VIDEO SYSTEM

DISCHARGE

NTSC/PAL

–

Specifies whether video output is set to NTSC or PAL.

Discharges rechargeable batteries. See P.17 for details.

Resets all the camera settings (other than the DATE/TIME, FRAME

NO., LANG. and VIDEO SYSTEM settings) to the factory default

values set at shipment. Pressing “c” displays a confirmation

message. To reset the settings, press the “MENU/OK” button.

1Press “d” or “c” to adjust the LCD monitor

brightness or the volume.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button to confirm the new

setting.

–

qRESET

ＢＲＩＧＨＴＴＮＥＳＳ

F USING THE SET-UP SCREEN

－

＋

1Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the

menu on the LCD monitor.

BACK

ＯＫ

ＣＡＮＣＥＬ

ＳＥＴ

01 03

2Press “d” or “c” to select “F” OPTION and

then press “a” or “b” to select “SET-UP”.

3Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the SET-

UP screen.

4Press “a” or “b” to select a menu option and

then press “d” or “c” to change the setting.

Press “c ” for “FORMAT”, “DATE/TIME”,

“DISCHARGE” or “qRESET”.

To exit this procedure without changing the settings, press

the “BACK” button.

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ＳＥＴーＵＰ

ＬＣＤ

SET-UP menu options

ꢀ

ＳＥＴーＵＰ

４／１

The options available in the “F” menu vary depending on whether “q”, “r” or “w” mode is selected.

5After you have modified the settings, press the

“MENU/OK” button to confirm the changes.

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ＰＯＷＥＲ　　ＳＡＶＥ

ＦＯＲＭＡＴ

ＯＮ

ＯＫ

h “q” Still photography mode

h “r” Movie mode

h “w” Playback mode

ＢＥＥＰ

ＯＰＴＩＯＮ

BACK ＣＡＮＣＥＬ

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ＳＥＴ

ＳＥＴーＵＰ

ＬＣＤ

ＳＥＴーＵＰ

ＬＣＤ

ＶＯＬＵＭＥ

ＳＥＴーＵＰ

ＬＣＤ

ꢁ

Always turn the camera off when replacing the battery. If you

open the battery cover or disconnect the AC power adapter

without turning the camera off may cause the camera settings

to revert to the factory default values set at shipment.

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POWER SAVE SETTING

FORMAT

When this function is active, the LCD monitor goes

dark when the camera is not used for about 10

seconds. When the camera is not used for another

20 seconds, this function automatically turns the

LCD monitor off (sleep) to reduce power

consumption (the viewfinder lamp (green) blinks at

1-second intervals). If the camera remains unused

for an additional interval of 2 minutes, the Power

save function automatically turns the camera off.

Use this function when you want to conserve battery

power.

Formatting erases all the frames (files).

Initialize the xD-Picture Card for use in the

camera.

Please copy important frames (files) that you do not

want to be erased to your computer or another

media.

1Press “d” or “c” to select “OK”.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button to erase all the

files and format the xD-Picture Card.

Formatting erases protected files also.

ＳＥＴーＵＰ

１／４

ＦＯＲＭＡＴ

ＩＭＡＧＥ　ＤＩＳＰ．

ＰＯＷＥＲ　ＳＡＶＥ

ＦＯＲＭＡＴ

ＯＮ

ＯＫ

ＦＯＲＭＡＴＴ　ＯＫ？

ＥＲＡＳＥ　ＡＬＬＬ　ＤＡＴＡ

ＯＫ

ＢＥＥＰ

ＣＡＮＣＥＬ

ＯＫ

ＳＥＴ

BACK ＣＡＮＣＥＬ

ＯＫ

ＳＥＴ

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The Power save setting is disabled during automatic

playback, during rechargeable battery discharging and when

a USB connection is being used.

ꢁ

the xD-Picture Card, refer to P.82 and take the appropriate

measures.

When the camera is in Sleep mode, pressing the

Shutter button down halfway wakes the camera up

so that it is ready to take pictures. This is useful

since the camera can be ready to take pictures

almost instantly.

FRAME NO.

CONT. : Pictures are stored beginning from the

highest file number stored on the last xD-

Picture Card used.

RENEW: Pictures are stored on each xD-Picture

Card beginning with a file number “0001”.

CONT.

RENEW

ꢁ

Pressing any other button as well as the Shutter button

wakes the camera up.

Setting this function to “CONT.” makes file

management easier as it ensures that file names

are not duplicated when images are downloaded to

a PC.

The Sleep function does not operate in SET-UP or Playback mode, but the camera will

automatically turn off if it is left unused for a set some time (2 minutes).

Formatted xD-Picture Card used for both

A and B.

ꢁ

When the camera settings are “qRESET”, the frame number

setting (“CONT.” or “RENEW”) is changed to “CONT.” and

the frame number itself does not return to “0001”.

When the camera has turned off

ꢀ

ꢁ

When the xD-Picture Card already contains image files with

file numbers higher than the highest file number on the last

xD-Picture Card, images are stored beginning from the

highest file number on the current xD-Picture Card.

You can turn the camera back on by briefly turning

the camera off 1 and then turning it back on again

The file number can be checked by viewing the

image. The last 4 digits of the 7-digit number in the

top right corner of the LCD monitor are the file

numbers, while the first 3 digits show the directory

number.

１００－０００９

Directory number

File number

Frame number

ꢁ

When changing the xD-Picture Card, always turn the

camera off before opening the battery cover. Opening the

battery cover without turning the camera off may cause the

Frame number memory to not function correctly.

　９／　１／２００３

ꢁ

File number run from 0001 to 9999. Once 9999 is exceeded,

the directory number changes from 100 to 101. The

maximum number is 999–9999.

ꢁ

The displayed frame number may differ for images

photographed on other cameras.

ꢁ

When the “æ” message appears, see P.82.

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Software

Installation

5.1 THE SOFTWARE COMPONENTS

5.2 INSTALLATION ON A Windows PC

Pre-installation checklist

To run this software, you must have the hardware and software described below. Check your

system before you begin the installation.

Connect the camera

with “qPC ” selected

as the USB setting.

with “¶” selected

as the USB setting

(➡P.71).

IBM PC/AT or compatible^✽1

Compatible PCs

Operating System

Windows 98 (including the Second Edition)

Windows Millennium Edition (Windows Me)

Windows 2000 Professional^✽2

Windows XP Home Edition^✽2

Windows XP Professional^✽2

Exif Launcher

CPU

200 MHz Pentium or better recommended (800 MHz Pentium III or better

USB PC Camera

Driver

Allows a digital camera to be

used as a PC Camera

USB Mass Storage

Driver

Allows a digital camera to be used

as USB Mass Storage (removable

disk drive, card reader).

Launches the FinePixViewer

software when a camera is

connected.

recommended for Windows XP)

RAM

64 MB minimum (128 MB minimum for Windows XP), 256 MB or more

recommended

Hard disk space

(Windows/Mac OS 9 only).

Amount required for installation: 450 MB minimum

Amount required for operation: 600 MB minimum

(When using ImageMixer VCD2 for FinePix: 2 GB or better)

Display

800 × 600 pixels or better, 16-bit color or better

(When using ImageMixer VCD2 for FinePix: 1024 × 768 or better)

FinePixViewer

Internet connection^✽3

i To use FinePix Internet Service or mail attachment function:

An Internet connection and e-mail transmission software

i Connection speed: 56k or better recommended

Allows you to display thumbnail lists of the images stored on your PC or in the camera, print the images

individually or as an index, display the images at full size and perform some basic image processing.

Sound functions^✽4

Speakers, microphone and sound card

✽1 Models with a USB interface as a standard feature and one of the above operating systems preinstalled.

✽2 When you install the software, log in using a system administrator account (e.g. “Administrator”).

✽3 Required to use the FinePix Internet Service and videoconferencing. The software can still be installed even if you do not

have an Internet connection.

PictureHello

Used for videoconferencing (Windows only).

✽4 Sound functions are required for videoconferencing.

Notes

ꢀ

ImageMixer VCD2

for FinePix

RAW FILE

Acrobat Reader

i Connect the camera directly to the computer using the USB cable (included). The software may not

operate correctly when you use an extension cable or connect the camera via a USB hub.

i When your computer has more than one USB port, the camera can be connected to either port.

i Push the USB connector fully into the socket to ensure that it is securely connected. The software

may not operate correctly if the connection is faulty.

i Additional USB interface board is not guaranteed.

i Windows 95 and Windows NT cannot be used.

CONVERTER LE

Used when you open RAW

files that were photographed

on cameras that support the

RAW file format.

FinePix F420 is not

supported for CCD-RAW file.

Software used to read PDF-

format documents on a

personal computer. This

software is needed to read

the User’s Guides for

FinePixViewer (Mac OS 9

only).

Creates a FinePix CD Album.

i Operation is not guaranteed on home-built computers or on computers running updated operating

system software.

i If your Internet connection is via a router or via a LAN (connecting machines on the LAN to the

Internet), you cannot use videoconferencing.

i If you are using Windows XP and you tick the “Protect my computer and network by limiting or

preventing access to this computer from the Internet” checkbox in the Internet connection firewall

settings, videoconferencing cannot be used.

✽ Note that the software configuration differs slightly depending on your operating system.

i When you reinstall or remove FinePixViewer, the Internet menu and your user ID and password for

the FinePix Internet Service are deleted from your computer. Click the [Register now] button, enter

your registered user ID and password and download the menu again.

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5.2 INSTALLATION ON A Windows PC

5.3 INSTALLATION ON A Mac OS 9.0 TO 9.2

Do not connect the camera to your PC until the software installation is completed.

Pre-installation checklist

Install FinePixViewer as instructed in the Quick Start Guide.

To run this software, you must have the hardware and software described below. Check your

system before you begin the installation.

Compatible Mac

Power Macintosh G3^✽1, PowerBook G3^✽1

Power Macintosh G4, iMac, iBook,

Power Macintosh G4 Cube or PowerBook G4

Mac OS 9.0 to 9.2.2^✽2

64 MB minimum^✽3, 256 MB or more recommended

(When using ImageMixer VCD2 for FinePix: 128 MB or better)

Launching the installer manually

ꢀ

1 Double-click the “My Computer” icon.

✽ Windows XP users should click “My Computer” in the “Start” menu.

Operating System

RAM

2 Right-click “FINEPIX” (CD-ROM drive) in the “My Computer” window and select “Open”.

3 Double-click “SETUP” or “SETUP.exe” in the CD-ROM window.

Hard disk space

Amount required for installation: 400 MB minimum

Amount required for operation: 600 MB minimum

(When using ImageMixer VCD2 for FinePix: 2 GB or better)

Display

800 × 600 pixels or better, at least 32,000 colors

(When using ImageMixer VCD2 for FinePix:

or better)

1024 × 768

✽ The way file names are displayed differs as described below depending on your computer settings.

i File extensions (3-letter suffixes indicating the file type) may be shown or hidden. (e.g. Setup.exe or Setup)

i Text may be shown normally or all in uppercase (e.g. Setup or SETUP).

Internet connection^✽4

i To use the FinePix Internet Service or mail attachment function

An Internet connection and e-mail transmission software

i Connection speed: 56k or better recommended

Sound functions

Speakers and microphone

Installing other applications

ꢀ

✽1 Models with a USB port as a standard feature

✽2 This software does not run correctly in the Mac OS X Classic environment.

✽3 Turn virtual memory on if necessary.

✽4 Required to use the FinePix Internet Service. The software can still be installed even if you do not have an Internet

connection.

You may see messages for installing, NetMeeting, ImageMixer VCD2 for FinePix and WINASPI. Install

these applications as directed by the on-screen instructions. The installation screens for these

applications are displayed as required.

Notes

After restarting the PC, install DirectX as directed by the on-screen instructions and then restart

your PC again. If the latest version of DirectX is already installed on your PC, this installation is

ꢀ

i Connect the camera directly to the Macintosh using the USB cable (included). The software may not

operate correctly if you use an extension cable or connect the camera via a USB hub.

i Push the USB connector fully into the socket to ensure that it is securely connected. The software

may not operate correctly if the connection is faulty.

not performed.

After restarting the PC, the “Installation of the FinePixViewer has been completed” message

appears.

i Additional USB interface board is not guaranteed.

i On Macintosh computers, allocate at least 400 MB of virtual memory when RAW FILE CONVERTER

LE is used. If other applications will be used at the same time, allocate the additional amount required

for those applications also.

Enable file exchange

Check whether File Exchange is active.

ꢀ

To use an xD-Picture Card that is supported by the camera, the File Exchange utility supplied with

Mac OS must be running.

Turn on your Macintosh and start up Mac OS 9.0 to 9.2.

1 _!

Do not connect the camera to your Macintosh until the software installation is completed.

ꢁ

Select the Extension Manager in the Control Panel and check that the File Exchange check box

is ticked. If not, click in the box so that “ ” appears and then restart your Macintosh.

When you load the enclosed CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive, the “FinePix” window

automatically opens.

ꢁ

If the “FinePix” window does not open automatically, double-click the CD-ROM icon.

Double-click “Installer for MacOS9” to launch the Installer.

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5.3 INSTALLATION ON A Mac OS 9.0 TO 9.2

After restarting the Macintosh, the “FinePixViewer

installation completed” message appears. Click

“Using FinePixViewer” to view the basic

FinePixViewer functions.

The Installer setup screen appears. Click the

[Installing FinePixViewer] button.

For more information on what is installed, click the [Read Me

First] button and [Using FinePixViewer] button.

ꢁ

To install Acrobat Reader, click “Install Acrobat Reader”.

A confirmation message appears asking whether you want to continue with the installation.

Click the [OK] button.

ꢁ

Install Adobe Systems’ Acrobat Reader software to read the FinePixViewer User’s Guide (PDF).

If the latest version already has been installed, this step is not required.

The User License Agreement for this software appears. Read the agreement carefully and

then, if you agree to the terms of the Agreement, click the [Agree] button. If you click the

[Disagree] button, the software is not installed.

Proceed with the installation as directed by the on-screen instructions.

To install Acrobat Reader later...

ꢀ

Select the installation destination for FinePixViewer.

1 Double-click the “FinePix” CD-ROM to open the CD-ROM window.

2 Double-click “FinePixViewer for MacOS9” ➡ “Acrobat Reader” ➡ “English” folder.

3 Double-click “English Reader Installer”.

8_{1Click the [Open] button to open the installation}

destination folder.

4 Proceed with the installation as directed by the on-screen instructions.

2Click the [Save] button.

Install ImageMixer VCD2 for FinePix as directed by the on-screen instructions.

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5.4 INSTALLATION ON A Mac OS X

FinePixViewer and RAW FILE CONVERTER LE are installed on Mac OS X.

Pre-installation checklist

Turn your Macintosh on and start up Mac OS X. Do not launch any other applications.

I Hardware and software requirements

To run this software, you must have the hardware and software described below. Check your

system before you begin the installation.

Insert the enclosed CD-ROM into the CD-ROM

drive. The “FinePix” window opens.

Compatible Mac

Power Macintosh G3^✽1, PowerBook G3^✽1

Power Macintosh G4, iMac, iBook,

Power Macintosh G4 Cube, or PowerBook G4

Mac OS X (compatible with version 10.1.5 to 10.2.6)

192 MB minimum, 256 MB or more recommended

ꢁ

If the “FinePix” window does not open automatically, double-

click the CD-ROM icon.

Operating System

RAM

Hard disk space

Amount required for installation: 200 MB minimum

Amount required for operation: 400 MB minimum

(When using ImageMixer VCD2 for FinePix: 2 GB or better)

Display

800 × 600 pixels or better, at least 32,000 colors

(When using ImageMixer VCD2 for FinePix:

or better)

1024 × 768

Internet connection^✽2

i To use the FinePix Internet Service or mail attachment function

An Internet connection and e-mail transmission software

i Connection speed: 56k or better recommended

Double-click “Installer for MacOS X”.

✽1 Models with a USB port as a standard feature

✽2 Required to use the FinePix Internet Service. The software can still be installed even if you do not have an Internet

connection.

Click the “ ” icon.

(This operation is not required on version 10.2 (or

later).)

Notes

ꢀ

i Connect the camera directly to the Macintosh using the USB cable (included). The software may not

operate correctly if you use an extension cable or connect the camera via a USB hub.

i Push the USB connector fully into the socket to ensure that it is securely connected. The software

may not operate correctly if the connection is faulty.

i Additional USB interface board is not guaranteed.

i On Macintosh computers, allocate at least 400 MB of virtual memory when RAW FILE CONVERTER

LE is used. If other applications will be used at the same time, allocate the additional amount required

for those applications also.

I Functions not supported in FinePixViewer for Mac OS X

Enter the administrator name and password. Then

click the [OK] button.

Function

PC Camera

Online updating

Comment

Not supported.

Information on updates can not be obtained using [Support] in the Internet menu.

The window displayed in Mac OS X is slightly different.

ꢁ

Click the [Continue] button.

Quit any other programs that are running and then click the [Continue] button.

Click the [Continue] button in the “Software License Agreement” window.

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5.4 INSTALLATION ON A Mac OS X

Viewing Images

6.1 CAMERA CONNECTION

Click the [Continue] button.

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)

6.1.1 Using the AC power adapter sold separately

9 _!

The software is installed in the “Applications” folder on the installation destination disk.

ꢁ

Always use a FUJIFILM AC Power Adapter AC-3V/AC-3VW.

Use the AC power adapter to avoid losing power at inconvenient times, such as when downloading

photographed images to the computer. Using the AC power adapter also allows you to take pictures

and play back images without worrying about depleting the batteries.

Click the [Install (upgrade)] button.

Enter your administrator name and password and then click the [OK] button.

By using the optional cradle, the AC power adapter bundled with the cradle must be used. The use of AC power adapters

other than the bundled product will cause faults.

Only connect or disconnect the AC power adapter when the camera is turned off.

Connecting or disconnecting the AC power adapter while the camera is turned on temporarily interrupts the power supply

to the camera, so that images or movies being shot at the time are not recorded. Failing to turn the camera off first can

also result in damage to the xD-Picture Card or malfunctions during PC connection.

ꢁ

An installation progress window appears. (Installation may take several minutes)

Check that the camera is turned off. Plug the AC

power adapter connector into the “DC IN 3V”

socket and then plug the AC power adapter into the

power outlet.

When you have completed the installation, click the

[Restart] button.

ꢁ

The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and

shall be easily accessible.

The shape of the plug and socket-outlet depends on the

country of use.

See P.80 for notes on using the AC power adapter.

ꢁ

DC IN 3V

socket

ꢁ

6.1.2 Connecting to a TV

Trun off the camera and TV. Plug the included A/V

cable (provided with the camera) into the “A/V

OUT” (audio/visual output) socket.

Launch “Image Capture” from the “Applications” folder.

Socket

Change the ImageCapture settings.

(OS X 10.1.5)

(1) Select “Other...” from “Hot plug Action”.

(OS X 10.2 or later)

(1) Select “Preferenes...” from the “Image Capture”

menu.

DC IN 3V

socket

If there is a power outlet available, recommend for using AC-

Power Adapter AC-3V (optional).

ꢁ

(2) Select “Other...” from “When a camera is

connected, open”.

Plug the other end of the cable into the video input

socket on the TV. Then turn the camera and TV on

and play back images as you would normally.

Video(yellow)

To terminals

Audio(white)

Select “FPVBridge” from “FinePixViewer” folder in

the “Applications” folder and click the “Open” button.

Refer to the instructions provided with your TV for more

information on video input for your TV.

ꢁ

Quit ImageCapture.

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6.1 CAMERA CONNECTION

Connecting to a Computer

The “Camera Connection” section explains how to connect the camera to your computer using the

USB cable (included) and describes the functions you can use once the camera and computer are

connected.

6.1.3

Use at DSC mode

Set a camera

1Insert an xD-Picture Card containing photographed

images into your camera. Plug the AC power

adapter connector into the DC IN 3V socket on the

camera and then plug the adapter itself into the main

power outlet.

2Slide the Power switch to the side to turn the

camera on.

3Set the “USB MODE” setting in the “SET-UP”

menu to “¶” (➡P.57).

02 04

If the power cuts out during data transmission, the data will not be transmitted correctly. Always use the

AC power adapter when connecting the camera to a computer.

ON OFF

Refer to Section 5 the first time you connect the camera to your computer.

Install the software first. Do not connect the camera with the computer before

installing all the software.

ＳＥＴ－ＵＰ

３／４

ＵＳＢ　ＭＯＤＥ

CD-ROM

4Slide the Power switch to the side to turn the

camera off.

ＳＴＡＲＴ－－ＩＭＡＧＥ

ＯＮ

ＥＮＧＬＩＳＨ

ＮＴＳＣ

(Software for FinePix SX)

言語

／ＬＡＮＧ．

ＶＩＤＥＯ　ＳＳＹＳＴＥＭ

(

)

DSC Mass storage device mode

BACK ＣＡＮＣＥＬ

ＯＫ

ＳＥＴ

This mode provides a simple way to read images from an xD-Picture Card and store images onto

an xD-Picture Card (➡P.71).

Connect a camera to a computer

(

)

PC CAM PC Camera mode

This function allows you to conduct videoconferencing sessions between PCs connected to the

Internet.

1Turn your PC on.

Camera

Socket

2Use the USB cable (included) to connect the

camera to your computer.

3Turn the camera on.

Videoconferencing (“PictureHello”) is not supported on Macintosh computers.

Connection is only possible with a FUJIFILM camera equipped with a “PC Camera” function.

ꢁ

For more information on using the software, refer to “How

to use FinePixViewer” in the HELP menu which was

installed from the CD-ROM.

ꢁ

Take care to ensure that the USB cable (included) is

connected the correct way around and that the plugs are

pushed fully into the connection sockets.

(USB)

socket

DC IN 3V

socket

Change between “¶” and “q PC” in the camera’s SET-UP screen.

h When the camera and computer are exchanging

data, the self-timer lamp blinks and the viewfinder

lamp blinks alternately green and orange.

h “≥” appears on the LCD monitor.

h Power save and Auto power off are disabled

during USB connection.

Before replacing the xD-Picture Card, always disconnect the

camera from the PC using the procedure on P.73.

Do not disconnect the USB cable when the camera is

communicating with the PC. See P.73 for information on the

disconnection procedure.

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6.1 CAMERA CONNECTION

Set a computer

6.1.4 Disconnecting the Camera

1Quit all applications (FinePixViewer etc.) that are

using the camera.

2Check that the viewfinder lamp is lit green (no

data is being exchanged with the computer).

Windows 98 / 98 SE / Me / 2000 Professional / Macintosh

ꢁ

The Windows CD-ROM may also be required during installation. In this event, change CD-ROMs as directed by the

on-screen instructions.

h FinePixViewer automatically starts up.

For a DSC connection, proceed to step 2.

For a PC CAMERA connection, proceed to step 3.

ꢁ

Even when “Copying” is no longer displayed on the computer,

the camera and the computer may still be exchanging data.

Always check that the viewfinder lamp is lit green.

Perform the steps shown below before you turn the camera off. This procedure differs

depending on the operating system software (or PC) you are using.

✽ Screen for Windows 98 SE

h A removable disk icon appears and you can use your PC to transfer files to and from the camera.

Windows 98 / 98 SE

Windows

Macintosh

No PC operation is needed.

Windows Me / 2000 Professional / XP

1Right-click the removable disk icon in the “My

Computer” window and select Eject. This step is

only required in Windows Me.

If the above operations do not occur, you do not have the required software programs or drivers installed

on your PC. Complete the required PC setup procedures. Then reconnect the camera to your PC.

Windows XP

1The “Found New Hardware” help message

appears in the bottom-right corner of your screen.

This message will close when the settings are

completed. No action is required.

2Left-click the Eject icon in the taskbar and eject

“USB Disk”.

✽ Screen for Windows Me

ꢁ

This step is not required for subsequent connections.

3The menu option shown below appears. Click on

this option.

✽ Screen for Windows Me

2Specify the settings in the “AutoPlay” dialog box.

h When FinePixViewer is included in the list of actions to perform

Select “Viewing images using FinePixViewer” and then select the “Always do the selected

action” checkbox. (This checkbox may not be shown in some cases.)

Click the [OK] button to launch FinePixViewer.

4The “Safe To Remove Hardware” message box appears. Click the [OK] button or the close

button.

Macintosh

Drag the “Removable drive” icon on the desktop to

the Trash.

h When FinePixViewer is not included in the list of actions to perform

Select “Take no action” and then select the “Always do the selected action” checkbox. (This

checkbox may not be shown in some cases.)

When you drag the icon to the Trash, “«” appears

on the camera’s LCD monitor.

ꢁ

Click the [OK] button and launch FinePixViewer manually.

3A new removable disk icon appears in the “My Computer” window.

1Turn the camera off.

2Unplug the USB cable (included) from the

camera.

Socket

Regarding the Icons

ꢀ

The next time you connect the camera, the removable disk drive icon and name change to the

“FinePix” icon and name.

OFF

Proceed to “USING FinePixViewer” on P.74.

DC IN 3V

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7When the confirmation message appears, click

the [OK] button. Check your selection carefully

since the process cannot be cancelled once you

click [OK] button.

6.2.1 Mastering FinePixViewer

For all information on FinePixViewer functions, refer to “How to Use FinePixViewer” in the Help

menu for details.

Macintosh

ꢀ

h To read “How to Use FinePixViewer”...

You must install Adobe Systems’ Acrobat Reader. See P.65 for information on installing Acrobat

Reader.

i Automatic uninstallation begins.

When uninstallation ends, click the [OK] button.

For more information on using Acrobat Reader, refer to the Acrobat Reader “Help” menu.

ꢁ

h What is explained in “How to Use FinePixViewer”...

“How to Use FinePixViewer” covers a range of topics, including batch processing and ordering prints.

Macintosh

ꢁ

Only perform this operation when you no longer require the installed software or when the software was not installed

correctly.

I Example: Looking up slide shows

1Click “How to Use FinePixViewer” in the FinePixViewer Help menu.

2Click “Basic Operation” and then click “Basic Slide Show Operations” in the menu that appears.

3The “Basic Slide Show Operations” information appears. Press the “<<<” key to view the

previous page or the “>>>” key to view the next page.

Mac OS 9.0 to 9.2

I Uninstalling Mass Storage Driver and PC Camera Driver

1Check that the camera is not connected to your Macintosh.

2Open the “Extensions” folder in the System folder, and then drag all the files that begin with

“USB04CB…” to the Trash.

6.2.2 Uninstalling the software

3Restart your Macintosh.

4Select “Empty Trash” in the “Special” menu.

Only perform this operation when you no longer require the installed software or when the software

was not installed correctly.

Windows

I Uninstalling Exif Launcher, FinePixViewer and DP Editor

1After you have quit Exif Launcher in “Exif Launcher Settings” in the FinePixViewer “Settings”

menu, move the Exif Launcher file from the “Startup Items” folder in the System folder to the

Trash. Then select “Empty Trash” in the “Special” menu.

2After you have exited FinePixViewer and DP Editor drag the installed FinePixViewer folder to

the Trash. Then click “Empty Trash” in the “Special” menu.

1Turn on your PC.

2Disconnect the camera (➡P.73).

3Quit all currently running applications.

4Close all files.

5Open the “My Computer” window, open the

“Control Panel”, and double-click “Add/Remove

Programs”.

Mac OS X

I Uninstalling FinePixViewer

Quit FinePixViewer and DP Editor. Then drag the installed FinePixViewer folder to the Trash

and select “Empty Trash” in the “Special” menu.

6The “Add/Remove Programs Properties” window

appears. Select the software to be uninstalled

(FinePixViewer or the driver) and then click the

[Add/Remove] button.

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System Expansion Options

Accessories Guide

eBy using the FinePix F420 together with other optional FUJIFILM products, your system can be

expanded to fill a wide range of uses.

eThe accessories (sold separately) can make taking pictures with the FinePix F420 even easier.

For information on how to attach and use the accessories, refer to the instructions provided with

the accessory used.

Image input/output to the PC

Visit the FUJIFILM web site for the latest information on camera accessories.

http://home.fujifilm.com/products/digital/index.html

h xD-Picture Card

(

)

USB

These are separately available xD-Picture Cards.

Use the following xD-Picture Card:

DPC-16 (16 MB)/DPC-32 (32 MB)/DPC-64 (64 MB)/DPC-128 (128 MB)/

DPC-256 (256 MB)/DPC-512 (512 MB)

PictureCradle

CP-FX420

Personal Computer

(commercially available)

FinePix F420

Digital Camera

h AC Power Adapter AC-3V

Image Memory Card Reader

DPC-R1

Use the AC power adapter when you want to take pictures or play back images for

long periods or when the camera is connected to a computer.

Do not connect the AC-3V to the cradle to charge the camera batteries.

✽ The shape of the AC power adapter, the plug and socket outlet depend on the

country.

(

)

USB

xD-Picture Card™ USB DRIVE

DPC-UD1

h Rechargeable Battery NH-20

This is a battery pack that uses nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH) batteries. The

Rechargeable Battery NH-20 can be charged using battery charger BC-NH20

bundled with the camera.

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)

USB

xD-Picture Card

The battery can be charged in the FinePix F420 Digital Camera by using the CP-

FX420 Cradle and AC-3VW AC Power Adapter provided with cradle.

PC Card Adapter DPC-AD

(PC card slot)

h PictureCradle CP-FX420

If you connect the AC power Adapter and USB cable to this cradle, you can charge

the camera battery pack in the camera or connect the camera to your computer just

by placing the camera in the cradle. AC Power Adapter AC-3VW is bundled with the

cradle.

-C

CompactFlash™ Card Adapter

DPC-CF

-P

h SC-FX420

This is a special case made of leather/synthetic leather that protects the camera

against soil, dust and minor impacts when it is being carried.

Print creation

h Image Memory Card Reader DPC-R1

The DPC-R1 provides a quick and easy way to transfer images back and forth

between your PC and an image memory card (xD-Picture Card and SmartMedia).

The DPC-R1 uses the USB interface for high-speed file transfer.

h Compatible with Windows 98/98 SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional,

Windows XP or iMac, Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2.2, Mac OS X (10.1.2 to 10.2.2) and

models that support USB as standard.

Printer

commercially available)

(

FinePix F420

Digital Camera

Personal Computer

(commercially available)

h Compatible with xD-Picture Card of 16 MB to 512 MB, and SmartMedia of 3.3 V, 4

MB to 128 MB.

h PC Card Adapter DPC-AD

The PC Card Adapter allows the xD-Picture Card and SmartMedia to be used as a PC

Card Standard ATA-compliant (PCMCIA 2.1) PC card (Type II).

h Compatible with xD-Picture Card of 16 MB to 512 MB, and SmartMedia of 3.3 V, 2 MB to

128 MB.

xD-Picture Card

Digital Photo

Printer CX-400

PC Card Adapter DPC-AD

h CompactFlash™ Card Adapter DPC-CF

Inserting an xD-Picture Card into this adapter allows you to use the card as a

CompactFlash card (Type I).

-P

h Windows 95/98/98 SE/Me/2000 Professional/XP

h Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2/X (10.1.2 to 10.1.5)

Audio visual output

h xD-Picture Card™ USB Drive DPC-UD1

This is a compact card reader for xD-Picture Cards. Simply plug the drive into the

USB port to read and write data to an xD-Picture Card (No driver installation is

required except on Windows 98/98 SE).

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)

Audio visual output

h Compatible with xD-Picture Card of 16 MB to 512 MB

h Windows 98/98 SE/Me/2000 Professional/XP

h Mac OS 9.0 to 9.2/X (10.0.4 to 10.2.6)

TV monitor

commercially available)

FinePix F420

Digital Camera

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Notes on Using Your Camera Correctly

the camera. If you use a body warmer to warm the

batteries, ensure that they are not in direct contact

with the warmer.

h Soil (such as fingerprints) on the battery terminals

can markedly reduce the number of available

frames. Carefully wipe the battery terminals clean

with a soft dry cloth before loading the batteries.

the NH-20 will become discharged if left in the

camera for a long period and may become unusable

even when recharged.

h Even when not used, Ni-MH batteries and the NH-20

will naturally self-discharge so that the time for which

they can be used is shortened.

h The NH-20 can be charged by battery charger BC-

NH20 (included) or setting the camera in the

PictureCradle CP-FX420 (sold separately).

h Ni-MH batteries cannot be charged using a

combination of the camera and the cradle.

h Ni-MH batteries will deteriorate rapidly if

overdischarged (eg. by discharging the batteries in a

flashlight). Use the "Discharging rechargeable

batteries" function provided in the camera to

discharge the batteries.

h Ni-MH batteries have a limited service life. If a

battery can only be used for a short time even after

repeated discharge-charge cycles, it may have

reached the end of its service life.

e Be sure to read this information in conjunction with “Safety Notes” (➡P.89), to ensure that you

use your camera correctly.

Picture Card and wait a short time before using it

I Places to Avoid

again.

Do not store or use the camera in the following types

of locations:

I When the Camera is Unused for Long

h In the rain or in very humid, dirty or dusty places

h In direct sunlight or in places subject to extreme

temperature rises, such as in a closed car in

summer

h Extremely cold places

h Places subject to strong vibration

h Places affected by smoke or steam

h Places subject to strong magnetic fields (such as

near motors, transformers or magnets)

h In contact with chemicals such as pesticides or next

to rubber or vinyl products for long periods of time

Periods

If any liquid at all leaks from the batteries, wipe

the battery compartment thoroughly and then

load new batteries.

If any battery fluid comes into contact with your

hands or clothing, flush the area thoroughly

with water. Note that battery fluid can cause

loss of eyesight if it gets into your eyes. If this

occurs, do not rub your eyes. Flush the fluid

out with clean water and contact your physician

for treatment.

If you do not intend to use the camera for a long

period of time, remove the batteries and the xD-

Picture Card before storing the camera.

I Cleaning Your Camera

h Use a blower brush to remove dust from the lens,

LCD monitor or viewfinder, and then wipe lightly with

a soft, dry cloth. If any soil remains, apply a small

amount of lens cleaning liquid to a piece of

FUJIFILM lens cleaning paper and wipe gently.

h Do not scratch hard objects against the lens, LCD

monitor or viewfinder as these surfaces are easily

damaged.

I Notes on Immersion in Water or Sand

The FinePix F420 is affected by water and sand.

When you are at the beach or close to water, ensure

that the camera is not exposed to water or sand. Take

care not to place the camera on a wet surface. Water

or sand inside the camera can cause faults that may

be irreparable.

I Disposing of Batteries

When disposing of batteries, do so in accordance with

your local waste disposal regulations.

h Clean the body of the camera with a soft, dry cloth.

Do not use volatile substances such as thinners,

benzine or insecticide, as these may react with

camera body and cause deformation or remove the

coating.

Notes on Using the Battery Charger

h Rechargeable batteries and the battery charger itself

will become warm due to the power stored inside the

batteries. This is normal and does not indicate a

fault. Wherever possible, use the battery charger in

a well-ventilated location.

h There may be vibration noises from inside the

battery charger during use. This is normal and does

not indicate a fault.

Notes on Using the Rechargeable Battery

NH-20 and AAA-size Ni-MH Batteries Correctly

I Notes on Condensation

I Using the Camera Overseas

If the camera is carried suddenly from a cold location

into a warm place, water droplets (condensation) may

form on the inside of the camera or on the lens. When

this occurs, turn the camera off and wait an hour

before using the camera. Condensation may also form

on the xD-Picture Card. In this event, remove the xD-

h When used as a power source for a digital camera,

the Rechargeable Battery NH-20 and AAA-size Ni-

MH batteries (referred to hereafter as Ni-MH

batteries) are superior to alkaline batteries in that

they allow more shots to be taken. However, to

retain the original performance characteristics of Ni-

MH batteries, care must be taken in the way they

are used.

When travelling overseas, do not place your camera in

the check-in baggage. Baggage handling at airports

may subject baggage to violent shocks, and the

camera may be damaged internally even when no

external damage is visible.

h Do not use the battery charger to charge batteries

other than FUJIFILM Rechargeable Battery NH-20

and Ni-MH batteries.

h The battery charger could cause interference if

placed close to a radio during charging. In this

event, move the radio and charger further apart.

h Do not touch the connections or contact points on

rechargeable batteries with other metal objects as

this can cause a short circuit.

h Do not leave the battery charger in the following

locations: Locations subject to strong vibrations, in

very dusty locations, or in locations with very high

humidity or high temperatures, such as close to a

heating appliance or in direct sunlight.

h The battery charger accepts input voltages of 100-

240 V AC at 50 or 60 Hz and can be used all over

the world. However, because the shapes of power

sockets vary by country and by region, an

appropriate plug adapter is also required for each

country. Consult your travel agent for details.

h Ni-MH batteries left unused in storage for long

periods can become “deactivated” (➡P.88). Also,

repeatedly charging Ni-MH batteries that are only

partially discharged can cause them to suffer from

the “memory effect” (➡P.88).

Ni-MH batteries that are “deactivated” or affected by

“memory” suffer from the problem of only providing

power for a short time after being charged. To

prevent this problem, discharge and recharge them

several times using the camera’s “Discharging

rechargeable batteries” function. By repeating this

cycle several times, the temporary reduction in

performance caused by “memory” or “deactivation”

can be remedied and the batteries can be restored

to their original performance levels.

Notes on the Power Supply

h Keep the batteries out of reach of babies and small

children.

h When loading the batteries into the camera, ensure

that the battery polarity (≠ and –) is as indicated on

the camera.

h Do not use a new battery together with a used

battery. In the case of rechargeable batteries, do not

use charged and discharged batteries together. Do

not use batteries of different types or brands

together.

h If you do not intend to use the camera for a long

period of time, remove the batteries from the

camera. (Note that if the camera is left with the

batteries removed, the time and date settings are

cleared.)

h The batteries may feel warm immediately after being

used. Before removing the batteries, turn the

camera off and wait until the batteries cool down.

h When replacing the batteries, always fit new

batteries.

Here, “new batteries” denotes a pair of fully charged

AAA-size Ni-MH batteries that were charged at the

same time or newly purchased unused alkaline

batteries.

h In cold locations (at temperatures of +10°C/+50°F or

below), battery performance deteriorates and the

time for which they can be used shortens markedly.

This is particularly true of alkaline batteries. In cold

conditions, put the batteries in your pocket or a

similar place to warm them before loading them into

Applicable Batteries

h In this camera, use the Rechargeable Battery NH-20

or AAA-size Ni-MH rechargeable batteries.

Do not use AAA-size manganese or nickel-cadmium

(Ni-Cd) batteries in your FinePix F420.

h See P.11 for information on AAA-size alkaline battery.

Notes on the Batteries

Incorrect use of the batteries could cause them to

leak, become hot, ignite or burst. Always observe the

precautions given below.

h Do not heat the batteries or throw them into a fire.

h Do not carry or store batteries with metal objects

such as necklaces or hairpins that could come into

contact with the metal positive ≠ and negative –

poles of the battery.

h Do not expose the batteries to fresh or sea water,

and take particular care to keep the terminals dry.

h Do not attempt to deform, disassemble or modify the

batteries.

h Do not attempt to peel off or cut the battery outer

casing.

h Do not drop, strike or otherwise subject the batteries

to strong impacts.

h Do not use batteries that are leaking, deformed,

discolored or exhibit any other obvious abnormality.

h Do not store batteries in very warm or moist

locations.

Deactivation and memory are specific to Ni-MH

batteries and are not in fact battery faults. See P.17

for the procedure for “Discharging rechargeable

batteries”.

I Battery Charger BC-NH20 Specifications

Rated input

Input capacity

Rated output

Applicable batteries FUJIFILM Rechargeable Battery

NH-20

Charging time

Dimensions

100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz

100-240 V -0.044 A

Do not use the “Discharging rechargeable

batteries” function when alkaline batteries are

being used.

1.2 V DC, 400 mA × 2

h Always use the battery charger BC-NH20 (included)

or special battery charger (commercially available)

to charge Ni-MH batteries. Charge the batteries as

described in the instructions.

h Do not use the battery charger BC-NH20 (included)

to charge batteries other than those specified for

use with the charger.

h Note that the batteries may feel warm immediately

after being charged.

h The camera mechanism is such that it draws a

minute amount of current even when the camera is

turned off. Note particularly that Ni-MH batteries and

Approx. 2 hours

66 mm × 68 mm × 27 mm

(2.6 in. × 2.7 in. × 1.1 in.)

(L × W × D)

Mass (Weight)

Approx. 68 g (2.4 oz.)

(excluding batteries)

0°C to + 40°C

Operating

temperatures

(+ 32°F to + 104°F)

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Notes on the xD-Picture Card™

Notes on the Power Supply

a fault when the card is inserted or removed.

I Image Memory Card

AC Power Adapter

h This Image Memory Card is a new image recording

media (xD-Picture Card) developed for digital

cameras. The Image Memory Card consists of a

semiconductor memory (NAND-type flash memory)

to record digital image data.

I Notes on Using xD-Picture Card with a

Use only the AC Power Adapter AC-3V (sold

separately) or the AC Power Adapter AC-3VW

(bandled with PictureCradle, sold separately). The use

of other AC power adapters may result in damage to

your camera.

h The AC-3V cannot be used to charge the

Rechargeable Battery NH-20.

h If you intend to take photos using an xD-Picture

Card that has been used on a PC, format the xD-

Picture Card on your camera.

The recording process is electrically performed and

enables erasure of existing image data as well as re-

recording of new image data.

h When using a new Memory Card, or a Memory Card

that has been initialized by a PC, be sure to initialize

(format/initialize) the card with your digital camera

before using it.

h When you format an xD-Picture Card in the camera

and then shoot and record images, a directory

(folder) is automatically created. Image data is then

recorded in this directory.

h Do not change or delete the directory (folder) names

or file names on the xD-Picture Card from your PC

as this will make it impossible to use the xD-Picture

Card in your camera.

h Always use the camera to erase image data on an

xD-Picture Card.

h To edit image data, copy the image data to the PC’s

hard disk and then edit the copied data.

h Do not copy files other than those that have shot by

the camera.

h This AC power adapter is designed exclusively for

indoor use.

h Plug the connection cord plug securely into the DC

input terminal of the FUJIFILM Digital camera.

h Turn off the FUJIFILM Digital camera before

disconnecting the connection cord from the

FUJIFILM Digital camera’s DC input terminal. To

disconnect, take hold of the plug and pull it out (do

not disconnect it by pulling on the cord).

h Do not use this AC power adapter with any device

except the specified device.

h During use, this AC power adapter will become hot

to the touch, but this is normal.

h Do not disassemble the AC power adapter. Doing so

could be dangerous.

h Do not use this device in a place with high

temperature and high humidity.

h Do not drop or subject this device to strong shocks.

h This device may emit a humming noise, but this is

normal.

h If used near a radio, this device may cause static, so

play the radio in a distant place.

I Protecting Your Data

h Data may be lost or destroyed in the following

situations. Please note that FUJIFILM assumes no

responsibility for data that is lost or destroyed.

1. Removal of the memory card or turning the power

off while the memory card is being accessed (i.e.,

during record, erase, initialization, and playback

operations).

I Specifications

2. Improper handling and use of the memory card by

the user or third party.

h For your safety, store important data to another

media (i.e., MO disk, CD-R, hard disk, etc.).

Type

Image memory card for digital

cameras (xD-Picture Card)

NAND-type flash memory

Temperature:

Memory type

Conditions for use

I Notes on Handling xD-Picture Card

h Keep xD-Picture Cards out of the reach of small

children. When storing xD-Picture Cards, ensure

that they are kept in a location out of the reach of

small children to prevent a card being accidentally

swallowed. An xD-Picture Card could cause

suffocation if accidentally swallowed. If a child

swallows an xD-Picture Card, seek medical advice

immediately.

0°C to +40°C

(+32°F to +104°F)

Humidity:

80% max. (no condensation)

25 mm × 20 mm × 2.2 mm

(0.98 in. × 0.79 in. × 0.09 in.)

(W × H × D)

Dimensions

h Make sure that the memory card is straight when

you insert into the camera etc.

h The memory card is

precision electronic

instrument. Do not apply pressure or shock, and

avoid bending.

h Do not use the memory card in a hot, humid, or

corrosive environment.

h If the contact area on the card is soiled (dust,

fingerprints, etc.), wipe it clean with a soft, dry cloth.

h Clean the memory card with a soft dry piece of cloth

when dirty.

h When carrying or storing xD-Picture Cards, keep

them in the protective cases provided.

h The memory card can be used reliably for a long

period of time, but will eventually lose its ability to

store and play back image data. At this point,

replace with a new memory card.

h Never remove the xD-Picture Card or turn the

camera off during data recording, during data

erasing (xD-Picture Card formatting) or during

frame advance when images are being played back.

These actions could result in damage to the xD-

Picture Card.

h Always use xD-Picture Cards with the FinePix F420.

The camera quality cannot be guaranteed when

cards other than those manufactured by FUJIFILM

are used.

h The xD-Picture Card may feel warm when it is

removed from the camera after extended periods of

picture taking or image viewing. This is normal and

does not indicate a fault.

h Do not affix labels to the xD-Picture Card.

This could result in the label peeling off and causing

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Warning Displays

eThe table below lists the warnings that are displayed on the LCD monitor.

Warning Displayed

Explanation

Remedy

Warning Displayed

Explanation

Remedy

The batteries in the camera are fully Load new or fully charged batteries.

depleted or run out.

Camera malfunction or fault.

i Turn the camera on again, taking care not to

touch the lens.

i Turn the camera off and on again. If the error

message still appears, contact your FUJIFILM

dealer.

(Lit red)

(Blinking red)

There is a strong likelihood of camera Use flash photography. However, a tripod should

shake because the shutter speed is slow.

be used for some scenes and modes.

i The voice memo file is faulty.

i Camera fault.

i The voice memo cannot be played back.

i Contact your FUJIFILM dealer.

The AF (auto focus) cannot work effectively.

i If the image is too dark, take the picture at a

distance of around 2 m (6.6 ft.) from the subject.

i Use AF lock to take the picture.

An attempt was made to specify DPOF DPOF printing cannot be used with this image

settings for an image that is not supported format.

by DPOF.

Outside the AE continuous range.

The shot can be taken, but the correct brighthess

(exposure) will not be obtained.

No xD-Picture Card is inserted.

Insert an xD-Picture Card.

The timing for recording was incorrect Use xD-Picture Card that was formatted on the

because the xD-Picture Card was formatted camera.

on a computer.

i The xD-Picture Card is not formatted.

i The xD-Picture Card contact area is i Wipe the contact area on the xD-Picture Card

i Format the xD-Picture Card in the camera.

soiled.

with a soft dry cloth. It may be necessary to

format the xD-Picture Card. If the error message

still appears, replace the xD-Picture Card.

i Contact your FUJIFILM dealer.

i Camera fault.

i The xD-Picture Card contact area is i Wipe the contact area on the xD-Picture Card

soiled.

with a soft dry cloth. It may be necessary to

format the xD-Picture Card. If the error message

still appears, replace the xD-Picture Card.

i Contact your FUJIFILM dealer.

i The xD-Picture Card is damaged.

i The xD-Picture Card format is incorrect.

i Camera fault.

The xD-Picture Card is fully recorded.

Erase some images or use an xD-Picture Card

that has ample free space.

i The file played back was not recorded i Images cannot be played back.

correctly.

i The xD-Picture Card contact area is i Wipe the contact area on the xD-Picture Card

soiled.

with a soft dry cloth. It may be necessary to

format the xD-Picture Card. If the error message

still appears, replace the xD-Picture Card.

i Contact your FUJIFILM dealer.

i Camera fault.

i You attempted to play a movie that was i Movies cannot be played back.

not recorded on this camera.

The frame number has reached 999–9999.

1 Insert a formatted xD-Picture Card into the

camera.

2 Set “RENEW” as the FRAME NO. setting in

the SET-UP menu.

3 Start taking pictures (The frame numbers start

from “100-0001”).

4 Set “CONT.” as the FRAME NO. setting in the

SET-UP menu.

i The data could not be recorded due to i Re-insert the xD-Picture Card or turn the

an xD-Picture Card error or

connection error between the xD-

Picture Card and camera.

camera off and then on again. If the error

message still appears, contact your FUJIFILM

dealer.

i The photographed image cannot be i Use a new xD-Picture Card.

recorded as it is too large to fit in the

available space on the xD-Picture Card.

A protected file was encountered.

Protected files cannot be erased. Remove the

protection.

Prints were specified for 1000 or more The maximum number of frames for which prints

frames in the DPOF frame settings.

can be specified on the same xD-Picture Card is

999.

Copy the images for which you want to order

prints onto another xD-Picture Card and then

specify the DPOF settings.

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Troubleshooting

eIf you think the camera is faulty, check the following once more.

Troubleshooting

Possible causes

i The batteries have run out.

Solutions

Troubleshooting

Possible causes

Solutions

The xD-Picture Card contact area is Wipe the xD-Picture Card contact area

No power.

i Load new or fully charged batteries.

i Load the batteries in the correct direction.

Can’t format the xD-

Picture Card.

soiled.

with a clean dry cloth.

i The batteries are loaded backwards.

i The battery cover is not closed properly. i Close the battery cover correctly.

i The AC power adapter plug has come i Plug the adapter back in.

out of the power outlet.

Some frames may be protected.

Unprotect frames using the camera on

which the protection was first applied.

Frame erase does not

erase the frame.

The ERASE ALL

function does not erase

all the frames.

Power cuts out during The batteries run out.

operation.

Load new or fully charged batteries.

Batteries run out i You are using the camera in extremely i Put the batteries in your pocket or another

i Camera malfunction.

i The batteries run out.

i Briefly remove the batteries or

disconnect the AC power adapter. Then

reload the batteries or reconnect the AC

power adapter and try again.

Nothing happens when

I use the Mode switch.

quickly.

cold conditions.

warm place to heat them and then load

them into the camera just before you take

a picture.

i The terminals are soiled.

i Wipe the battery terminals with a clean,

dry cloth.

i Load new or fully charged batteries.

i The batteries have reached the end of its i Load new or fully charged batteries.

service life.

A language other than English is selected 1Press the “MENU/OK” button to display

LCD monitor is not

displayed in English.

in the “

” setting in SET-UP.

the menu.

2Press “d” or “c” to select “F” and

press “a” or “b” to select “SET-UP”

(SET-UP screen appears on the LCD

monitor).

3Press “a ” or “b ” several times to

display the screen that displays “3/4”

No photograph is taken i No xD-Picture Card is inserted.

when the Shutter button i The xD-Picture Card is fully recorded.

is pressed.

i Insert an xD-Picture Card.

i Insert a new xD-Picture Card or erase

some unwanted frames.

i The xD-Picture Card is not formatted.

i The xD-Picture Card contact area is i Wipe the xD-Picture Card contact area

soiled.

i The xD-Picture Card is damaged.

i The camera was not used for 2 minutes i Turn the camera on.

or more.

i The batteries run out.

i Format the xD-Picture Card.

with a clean dry cloth.

i Insert a new xD-Picture Card.

on, and then select “

”.

4Press “d” or “c” several times to select

“ENGLISH”.

5Press the “MENU/OK” button.

i Load new or fully charged batteries.

i The video cable (included) was i Connect the camera and TV correctly.

connected during movie playback.

i The camera is not connected to the TV i Connect the camera and TV correctly.

correctly.

There is no image on

the TV.

Can’t use the flash to i The flash is set to Suppressed flash i Set the Flash mode to Auto, Red-eye

take pictures.

mode.

reduction or Forced flash (the flash

cannot be used in some modes).

i You pressed the Shutter button while the i Wait until charging is completed before

i “TV” is selected as the TV input.

i Set the TV input to “VIDEO”.

flash was charging.

pressing the Shutter button.

i The batteries run out.

i Load new or fully charged batteries.

i The USB cable (included) is not properly i Set up the camera and the USB cable

When the camera is

connected to a personal

computer (PC), the shot

image appears on the

camera’s LCD monitor.

connected to the computer or camera.

i The PC is not turned on.

(included) correctly.

i Turn the PC on.

Can

only

select Continuous shooting is selected.

Set continuous shooting to OFF.

Suppressed flash mode.

The flash settings are

restricted and cannot

be selected.

The flash settings are restricted because

the camera settings are matched to the

selected SHOOTING MODE. To give

priority to the flash setting, change the

SHOOTING MODE to “s” or “m”.

SHOOTING MODE is set to “a”, “,”,

“.” or “/”.

The camera has suffered an unforeseen Briefly remove the batteries or disconnect

The camera no longer

works correctly.

problem.

the AC power adapter. Then reload the

batteries or reconnect the AC power

adapter and try again.

Can only select the

“1” quality setting.

In the Photography menu, set the

sensitivity to 400 or less.

The sensitivity is set to 800 (high-sensitivity

photography) in the Photography menu.

Ni-MH and alkaline batteries are being Set the Mode switch to Playback mode.

used together, or the batteries are low on Then turn the camera on. After the lens

Camera is turned off

without retracting the

lens.

The playback image is

too dark even though

the flash was used.

i Move to within the effective flash range

before taking the shot.

i Hold the camera correctly.

i The subject is too far away.

charge.

retracts, turn the camera off again. If the

lens still does not retract, fit new batteries

or use the AC power adapter.

i Your finger, hair or strap was covering

the flash/flash control sensor.

The image is blurred.

i Clean the lens.

i The lens is dirty.

i Try standing approx. 2 m (6.6 ft.) from

your subject to take the picture.

i Cancel Macro mode.

i The photographed subject was too dark.

i You photographed scenery with Macro

mode selected.

i Select Macro mode.

close-up shot without

i You took

selecting Macro mode.

i You are shooting a subject that is not

suited to autofocusing.

i Use AF/AE lock to take the shot.

There is speckling on

the image.

This is a characteristic of CCDs and does

not indicate a camera fault.

high-

The shot was taken with a slow shutter

speed (long exposure) in

temperature environment.

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Specifications

System

Power Supply and Others

Power supply

Model

Effective pixels

CCD

Digital camera FinePix F420

3.1 million pixels

Use one of the following:

i Rechargeable Battery NH-20 (included)

i AC-3VW (Included in the PictureCradle CP-FX420, sold separately)

i AC Power Adapter AC-3V (sold separately)

i 2 × AAA-size Ni-MH batteries (commercially available)

i 2 × AAA-size alkaline batteries (commercially available)

Temperature: 0°C to +40°C (+32°F to +104°F); 80% humidity or less (no

condensation)

1/2.7 inch Super CCD HR in an interwoven pattern

Number of total pixels 3.14 million pixels

Storage media

File format

xD-Picture Card (16/32/64/128/256/512 MB)

Still image: JPEG (Exif ver. 2.2)

✽ Design rule for Camera File System compliant DPOF compatible

Movie: AVI format, Motion JPEG

Audio: WAVE format, Monaural sound

Conditions for use

Guide to the number of

available frames for battery

operation

Battery Type

With LCD monitor ON With LCD monitor OFF

Approx. 100 frames Approx. 150 frames

Number of recorded pixels

Still image: 2816 × 2120 pixels/2048 × 1536 pixels/1280 × 960 pixels/

640 × 480 pixels (5/3/1/`)

Movie: 320 × 240 pixels (30 frames per second with monaural sound)

Fujinon 3 × optical zoom lens

Aperture: F2.8 to F4.8

Rechargeable Battery

NH-20

The number of available frames for battery operation given here is a guide to the

number of consecutive frames that can be taken under FUJIFILM test conditions.

i Batteries used: Using the NH-20 Rechargeable Battery at full charge

Lens

i Shooting conditions: Measured at normal temperature with 50% flash use

i Note: The number of available frames varies depending on the capacity of the NH-20

Rechargeable Battery. Consequently, FUJIFILM makes no guarantee with

regard to the numbers of available frames for battery operation given here. Note

that the number of available frames will be lower at low temperatures.

Focal length

f=5.6 mm to 16.8 mm

(Equivalent to 36 mm to 108 mm on a 35 mm camera)

Focus

Focal range

TTL contrast-type, Auto focus

Normal: Approx. 60 cm (2.0 ft.) to infinity

Camera dimensions

(W × H × D)

Macro: Approx. 8.5 cm (3.3 in.) to 80 cm (2.6 ft.)

77.0 mm × 69.0 mm × 26.4 mm/3.0 in. × 2.7 in. × 1.0 in.

(not including accessories and attachments)

Shutter speed

Aperture

Sensitivity

2 sec. to 1/2000 sec. (depend on Exposure mode)

Camera mass

(weight)

Approx. 145 g/5.1 oz.

(not including accessories, batteries and xD-Picture Card)

Approx. 175 g/6.2 oz.

(including batteries and xD-Picture Card)

F2.8 to F8.0 10 steps in 1/3 EV increments (automatically selected)

Photography mode (a): AUTO (125-640), ISO 200/400/800^✽

Photography mode (s, m, ,, ., /): ISO 160/200/400/800^✽

✽Quality setting is fixed at 1.

Weight for photography

Accessories

See P.7

Photometry

TTL 64-zones metering

Optional Accessories

See P.77

Exposure control

Exposure compensation

White balance

Program AE

–2.1 EV to +1.5 EV in 0.3 Steps EV increments (in Manual photography mode)

Photography mode (a, m, ,, ., /): AUTO

Photography mode (s): 7 positions can be selected

I Standard number of frames/recording time per xD-Picture Card

The number of available frames, recording time or file size varies slightly depending on the subjects photographed. Note also

that the difference between standard number of frames and the actual number of frames is greater for

xD-Picture Cards with higher capacities.

Viewfinder

LCD monitor

Real image optical Approx. 80% coverage

1.8-inche, 134,000-pixel micro-reflective CG silicon TFT, Approx. 100%

coverage

Quality

0.3M

Movie

Number of recorded pixels

Image Data Size

DPC-16 (16 MB)

DPC-32 (32 MB)

DPC-64 (64 MB)

DPC-128 (128 MB)

DPC-256 (256 MB)

DPC-512 (512 MB)

2816 × 2120

2048 × 1536

1280 × 960

470 KB

640 × 480

130 KB

122

320 × 240

–

Flash Type

Auto flash using flash control sensor

Effective range: Wide-angle: Approx. 0.6 m-3.5 m (2.0 ft.-11.5 ft.)

(Approx. 0.3 m-0.8 m (1.0 ft.-2.6 ft.): Macro)

1.5 MB

780 KB

26 sec.

54 sec.

109 sec.

219 sec.

7.3 min.

14.6 min.

Telephoto: Approx. 0.6 m-2.7 m (2.0 ft.-8.9 ft.)

247

Flash modes: Auto, Red-Eye Reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash,

Slow Synchro, Red-Eye Reduction + Slow Synchro

137

497

162

325

651

275

997

Self-Timer

Video output

10 sec.

173

347

550

1997

3993

NTSC/PAL selectable

1101

Input/Output Terminals

External connection terminals USB cable (included), A/V cable (included), and connection to the cradle

✽ These specifications are subject to change without notice. FUJIFILM shall not be held liable for damages

resulting from errors in this OWNER’S MANUAL.

✽ The LCD monitor on your digital camera is manufactured using advanced high-precision technology. Even

so, small bright points and anomalous colors (particularly around text) may appear on the monitor. These are

normal display characteristics and do not indicate a fault with the monitor. This phenomenon will not appear

on the recorded image.

(sold separately)

DC Input

Socket for specified AC power adapter AC-3V (sold separately)

Connection for the AC Power Adapter AC-3VW bundled with the cradle

(sold separately)

✽ The operation error may be caused in a digital camera by the strong radio interference (i. e. electric fields,

static electricity, line noise, etc.).

✽ Due to the nature of the lens, the edges of photographed images may appear distorted. This is normal and

does not indicate a fault.

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Explanation of Terms

Safety Notes

AF/AE Lock:

h To ensure that you use your FinePix F420 camera

correctly, read these Safety Notes and your Owner’s

Manual carefully beforehand.

h After reading these Safety Notes, store them in a

safe place.

On the FinePix F420, pressing the Shutter button down half way locks the focus and exposure settings (AF and AE lock). If

you want to focus on a subject that is not centered in the frame or change the picture composition after the exposure is set,

you can obtain good results by changing the composition after the AF and AE settings are locked.

WARNING

If a problem arises, turn the camera

off, remove the batteries, disconnect

and unplug the AC power adapter.

Auto power save function:

If the camera is not used in any way for 30 seconds, this function changes features such as the LCD monitor off (Sleep

mode) to prevent battery depletion and the waste of power when the AC power adapter is connected. If the camera is then

left unused for a further period, the Auto power save function turns the camera off.

Continued use of the camera when it is

emitting smoke, is emitting any unusual

odor, or is in any other abnormal state

can cause a fire or electric shock.

About the Icons

Unplug from

power socket.

The icons shown below are used in this document to

indicate the severity of the injury or damage that can

result if the information indicated by the icon is ignored

and the product is used incorrectly as a result.

h The Auto power off function does not operate in PC mode, during automatic playback, or if it is disabled during setup.

h Contact your FUJIFILM dealer.

Deactivated batteries:

Leaving a Ni-MH battery unused in storage for a long period may cause a rise in the level of substances that inhibit current

flow inside the battery and result in a dormant battery. A battery in this state is referred to as deactivated.

Because current flow is inhibited in a deactivated Ni-MH battery, the battery's original level of performance cannot be

achieved.

Do not allow water or foreign objects

to enter the camera.

This icon indicates that death

If water or foreign objects get inside the

camera, turn the camera off, remove

the batteries and disconnect and

unplug the AC power adapter.

Continued use of the camera can cause

a fire or electric shock.

or serious injury can result if

the information is ignored.

WARNING

DPOF:

Digital Print Order Format

This icon indicates that

personal injury or material

damage can result if the

DPOF is a format used for recording information on a storage media (image memory card, etc.) that allows you to specify

which of the frames shot using a digital camera are to be printed and how many prints are made of each image.

CAUTION

h Contact your FUJIFILM dealer.

EV:

A number that denotes Exposure Value. The EV is determined by the brightness of the subject and sensitivity (speed) of the

film or CCD. The number is larger for bright subjects and smaller for dark subjects. As the brightness of the subject changes,

a digital camera maintains the amount of light hitting the CCD at a constant level by adjusting the aperture and shutter

speed.

When the amount of light striking the CCD doubles, the EV increases by 1. Likewise, when the light is halved, the EV

decreases by 1.

information is ignored.

Do not use the camera in the

bathroom or shower.

This can cause a fire or electric shock.

The icons shown below are used to indicate the nature

of the information which is to be observed.

Do not use in the

bathroom or shower.

Triangular icons notify the user of

information requiring attention (“Important”).

Never attempt to modify or

disassemble the camera. (Never

open the casing.)

Do not use the camera when it has

been dropped or the casing is

damaged.

Frame rate (fps):

Circular icons with a diagonal bar notify the

user that the action indicated is prohibited

(“Prohibited”).

The frame rate refers to the number of images (frames) that are photographed or played back per second. For example,

when 30 frames are continuously photographed in 1 second interval, the frame rate is expressed as 30 fps.

For reference, TV images are displayed at 30 fps.

Do not

disassemble.

JPEG:

Filled circles with an exclamation mark

notify the user of an action that must be

performed (“Required”).

This can cause a fire or electric shock.

h Contact your FUJIFILM dealer.

Joint Photographics Experts Group

A file format used for compressing and saving color images. The higher the compression rate, the greater the loss of quality

in the decompressed (restored) image.

Do not modify, heat or unduly twist

or pull the connection cord and do

not place heavy objects on the

connection cord.

These actions could damage the cord

and cause a fire or electric shock.

Memory effect:

If a Ni-MH battery is repeatedly charged without first being fully discharged, its performance may drop below its original level.

This is referred to as the “memory effect”.

Motion JPEG:

A type of AVI (Audio Video Interleave) file format that handles images and sound as a single file. Images in the file are

recorded in JPEG format. Motion JPEG can be played back by QuickTime 3.0 or later.

h If the cord is damaged, contact your

FUJIFILM dealer.

PC Card:

Do not place the camera on an

unstable surface.

A generic term for cards that meet the PC Card Standard.

PC Card Standard:

A standard for PC cards determined by the PCMCIA.

This can cause the camera to fall or tip

over and cause injury.

PCMCIA:

Never attempt to take pictures while

in motion.

Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (US).

Smear:

Do not use the camera while you are

walking or operating a moving car or

other vehicle.

A phenomenon specific to CCDs whereby white streaks appear on the image when there is a very strong light source, such

as the sun or reflected sunlight, in the photography screen.

This can result in you falling down or

being involved in a traffic accident.

WAVE:

A standard format used on Windows systems for saving audio data. WAVE files have the “.WAV” file extension and the data

can be saved in either compressed or uncompressed format. Uncompressed recording is used on this camera.

WAVE files can be played back on a personal computer using the following software:

Windows : MediaPlayer

Do not touch any metal parts of the

camera during a thunderstorm.

This can cause an electric shock due to

induced current from the lightning

discharge.

Macintosh: QuickTime Player

✽ QuickTime 3.0 or later

White Balance:

Do not use the batteries except as

specified.

Load the batteries with the poles

positioned as indicated by the ≠ and –

marks.

Whatever the kind of the light, the human eye adapts to it so that a white object still looks white. On the other hand, devices

such as digital cameras see a white subject as white by first adjusting the color balance to suit the color of the ambient light

around the subject. This adjustment is called matching the white balance. A function that automatically matches the white

balance is called an Automatic White Balance function.

Exif Print Format is a newly revised digital camera file format that contains a variety of shooting information for optimal

printing.

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Safety Notes

WARNING

CAUTION

Do not heat, modify or attempt to

disassemble the batteries.

Do not drop or subject the batteries

to impact.

Do not use this camera in locations

severely affected by oil fumes,

steam, humidity or dust.

This can cause a fire or electric shock.

Do not attempt to recharge lithium or

alkaline batteries.

Do not store the batteries with

metallic products.

Do not leave this camera in places

subject

extremely

high

temperatures.

Do not use chargers other than the

specified model to charge the

batteries.

Do not leave the camera in locations such

as a sealed vehicle or in direct sunlight.

This can cause a fire.

Any of these actions can cause the

batteries to burst or leak and cause fire

or injury as a result.

Keep out of the reach of small

children.

This product could cause injury in the

hands of a child.

Use only the batteries or AC power

adapters specified for use with this

camera.

Do not use voltages other than the

power supply voltage shown.

The use of other power sources can

cause a fire.

Do not place heavy objects on the

camera.

This can cause the heavy object to tip

over or fall and cause injury.

Do not move the camera while the

AC power adapter is still connected.

Do not pull on the connection cord

to disconnect the AC power adapter.

This can damage the power cord or

cables and cause a fire or electric shock.

If the battery leaks and fluid gets into

your eyes or comes into contact with

your skin or clothing, this can cause

injury or loss of eyesight.

Immediately flush the affected area

thoroughly with clean water and

seek medical treatment.

Do not use the AC power adapter

when the plug is damaged or the

plug socket connection is loose.

Do not use the charger to charge

batteries other than those specified

here.

The charger is designed for

Rechargeable battery NH-20 or AAA-

size Ni-MH batteries. Using the charger

to charge conventional batteries or

other types of rechargeable batteries

can cause the battery to leak fluid,

overheat or burst.

This could cause a fire or electric shock.

Do not cover or wrap the camera or

the AC power adapter in a cloth or

quilt.

This can cause heat to build up and

distort the casing or cause a fire.

When you are cleaning the camera

or you do not plan to use the camera

for an extended period, remove the

batteries and disconnect and unplug

the AC power adapter.

When discarding or storing batteries,

cover the battery terminals with

insulation tape.

Failure to do so can cause a fire or

electric shock.

h Contact with other metallic objects or

batteries could cause the batteries to

ignite or burst.

When charging ends, unplug the

charger from the power socket.

Leaving the charger plugged into the

power socket can cause a fire.

Keep xD-Picture Cards out of the

reach of small children.

Because xD-Picture Cards are small,

they can be accidentally swallowed by

small children. Be sure to store xD-

Picture Cards out of the reach of small

children. If a child accidentally swallows

an xD-Picture Card, seek medical

advice immediately.

Using a flash too close to a person’s

eyes may temporarily affect the

eyesight.

Take particular care when photographing

infants and young children.

When an xD-Picture Card is

removed, the card may fly

completely out of the slot. Use your

finger to stop the card from flying

out before removing the card.

If an xD-Picture Card is allowed to fly out,

it could hit someone and cause injury.

Request regular internal testing and

cleaning for your camera.

Build-up of dust in your camera can

cause a fire or electric shock.

h Contact your FUJIFILM dealer to

request internal cleaning every 2 years.

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