Casio Digital Camera EX Z3 User Manual

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Digital Camera  
EX-Z3  
User’s Guide  
Thank you for purchasing this  
CASIO Product. Before using  
it, be sure to read the  
precautions contained in this  
User’s Guide, and keep the  
User’s Guide in a safe place  
for future reference.  
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INTRODUCTION  
19 GETTING READY  
Contents  
About This Manual ..................................................... 19  
General Guide ............................................................ 20  
2
INTRODUCTION  
Camera  
20  
USB Cradle  
21  
Unpacking .................................................................... 2  
Features ....................................................................... 9  
Precautions .................................................................11  
Monitor Screen Contents ........................................... 22  
REC mode  
PLAY mode  
Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen  
22  
23  
24  
General Precautions  
Data Error Precautions  
Operating conditions  
Condensation  
LED Backlight  
Lens  
11  
12  
13  
13  
14  
14  
14  
Indicator Lamps.......................................................... 24  
Attaching the Strap .................................................... 25  
Power Requirements ................................................. 25  
To load the battery  
To remove the battery  
To charge the battery  
Power Supply Precautions  
Turning the Camera On and Off  
Configuring Power Saving Settings  
25  
27  
27  
32  
35  
36  
Other  
15 QUICK START GUIDE  
First, charge the battery! ............................................ 15  
To configure display language and clock settings ..... 16  
To record an image .................................................... 17  
To view a recorded image .......................................... 17  
To delete an image..................................................... 18  
Using the On-screen Menus ...................................... 37  
Configuring Display Language and Clock Settings ... 39  
To configure display language and clock settings  
40  
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Exposure Compensation (EV Shift) ........................... 61  
Adjusting White Balance ............................................ 63  
43 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING  
Recording an Image ................................................... 43  
Adjusting White Balance Manually  
64  
Recording Precautions  
About Auto Focus  
About the REC Mode Monitor Screen  
45  
46  
46  
Using the Best Shot Mode ......................................... 65  
Creating Your Own Best Shot Setup  
66  
Combining Shots of Two People into a Single Image  
(Coupling Shot) .......................................................... 69  
Using the Optical Viewfinder...................................... 47  
Using Zoom ................................................................ 48  
Recording a Subject onto an Existing Background  
Image (Pre-shot) ........................................................ 71  
Optical Zoom  
48  
Digital Zoom  
49  
Using the Movie Mode ............................................... 73  
Using the Histogram .................................................. 75  
REC Mode Camera Settings ..................................... 76  
Using the Flash .......................................................... 50  
Flash Unit Status  
52  
Flash Precautions  
52  
Using the Self-timer ................................................... 53  
Specifying Image Size and Quality ............................ 55  
Specifying ISO Sensitivity  
76  
77  
77  
78  
79  
Turning Image Review On and Off  
Assigning Functions to the [̇] and [̈] Keys  
Specifying Power On Default Settings  
Resetting the Camera  
To specify the image size  
55  
To specify image quality  
56  
57 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS  
80 PLAYBACK  
Selecting the Focus Mode ......................................... 57  
Basic Playback Operation .......................................... 80  
Flipping the Display.................................................... 81  
Zooming the Display Image ....................................... 82  
Resizing an Image ..................................................... 83  
Using Auto Focus  
57  
58  
59  
59  
60  
Using the Macro Mode  
Using the Infinity Mode  
Using Manual Focus  
Using Focus Lock  
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INTRODUCTION  
II  
Cropping an Image..................................................... 84  
Playing a Movie .......................................................... 85  
Displaying the 9-image View ..................................... 86  
PRINT Image Matching .......................................... 101  
Exif Print ................................................................... 101  
Using USB DIRECT-PRINT ..................................... 102  
Using the FAVORITE Folder .................................... 104  
Selecting a Specific Image in the 9-image View  
87  
Displaying the Calendar Screen ................................ 87  
Playing a Slide Show ................................................. 88  
To copy a file to the FAVORITE folder  
To display a file in the FAVORITE folder  
To delete a file from the FAVORITE folder  
104  
105  
106  
To specify the slideshow images  
To specify the slideshow time  
To set the slideshow interval  
Using the Photo Stand Feature  
90  
91  
91  
92  
108 OTHER SETTINGS  
Rotating the Display Image........................................ 93  
Specifying the File Name Serial Number  
Generation Method .................................................. 108  
Turning the Key Tone On and Off ............................ 109  
Specifying an Image for the Startup Screen ........... 109  
Using the Alarm .........................................................110  
94 DELETING FILES  
Deleting a Single File ................................................. 94  
Deleting All Files ........................................................ 95  
To set an alarm  
110  
Stopping the Alarm  
111  
Setting the Clock .......................................................112  
96 FILE MANAGEMENT  
To select your Home Time zone  
To set the current time and date  
Changing the Date Format  
112  
113  
113  
Folders ....................................................................... 96  
Memory Folders and Files  
96  
Using World Time ......................................................114  
Protecting Files .......................................................... 97  
To display the World Time screen  
To configure World Time settings  
To configure summer time (DST) settings  
114  
114  
115  
To protect a single file  
97  
To protect all files in memory  
98  
DPOF.......................................................................... 98  
Changing the Display Language ..............................116  
Formatting Built-in Memory.......................................117  
To configure print settings for a single image  
99  
To configure print settings for all images  
100  
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118 USING A MEMORY CARD  
139 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER  
Using a Memory Card ...............................................119  
Using the Album Feature ......................................... 139  
To insert a memory card into the camera  
To remove a memory card from the camera  
Formatting a Memory Card  
119  
119  
120  
121  
Creating an album  
139  
140  
141  
143  
146  
Selecting an Album Layout  
Configuring Detailed Album Settings  
Viewing Album Files  
Memory Card Precautions  
Saving an Album  
Copying Files ........................................................... 122  
To copy all the files in built-in memory  
Installing the Software from the CD-ROM ............... 146  
to a memory card  
122  
About the bundled CD-ROM  
146  
To copy a file from a memory card to built-in memory 123  
Computer System Requirements  
147  
Installing Software from the CD-ROM in Windows ... 148  
Getting Started  
Selecting a Language  
Viewing the Contents of the Read meFile  
Installing an Application  
Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files)  
User Registration  
148  
148  
149  
149  
150  
150  
150  
124 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER  
Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ........ 124  
USB Connection Precautions  
129  
Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer....... 129  
Exiting the Menu Application  
USB Connection Precautions  
134  
Installing Software from the CD-ROM  
Operations You Can Perform from Your Computer .. 134  
on a Macintosh ......................................................... 151  
Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images  
to a Computer .......................................................... 135  
Installing Software  
151  
Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files)  
152  
Memory Data ............................................................ 136  
DCF Protocol  
Memory Directory Structure  
Image Files Supported by the Camera  
Built-in Memory and Memory Card Precautions  
136  
136  
137  
138  
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INTRODUCTION  
154 APPENDIX  
Menu Reference....................................................... 154  
Indicator Lamp Reference ....................................... 156  
REC mode  
PLAY mode  
USB Cradle Indicator Lamps  
157  
158  
158  
Troubleshooting Guide ............................................. 159  
Display Messages  
162  
Specifications ........................................................... 163  
Main Specifications  
163  
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INTRODUCTION  
IMPORTANT!  
• The USB driver (mass storage) uses Phoenix  
Technologies Ltd. software.  
The contents of this manual are subject to change  
without notice.  
CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no  
responsibility for any damage or loss resulting from  
the use of this manual.  
Compatibility Software Copyright C 1997  
Phoenix Technologies Ltd., All Rights Reserved.  
• Other company, product and service names used  
herein may also be trademarks or service marks of  
others.  
• Photo Loader and Photohands are the property of  
CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. Except as stipulated  
above, all copyrights and other related rights to these  
applications revert to CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD.  
CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no  
responsibility for any loss or claims by third parties  
which may arise through the use of the EX-Z3.  
CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall not be held  
liable for any damages or losses suffered by you or  
any third party due to the use of Photo Loader and/or  
Photohands.  
CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no  
responsibility for any damage or loss caused by  
deletion of data as a result of malfunction, repairs, or  
battery replacement. Be sure to back up all important  
data on other media to protect against its loss.  
• The SD logo is a registered trademark.  
• Windows, Internet Explorer, and DirectX are  
registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.  
• Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple  
Computer, Inc.  
I Copyright Restrictions  
Except for the purposes of your own personal enjoyment,  
unauthorized copying of snapshot files and movie files  
violates copyright laws and international contracts.  
Distribution to third parties of such files over the Internet  
without permission of the copyright holder, whether for  
profit or for free, violates copyright laws and international  
contracts.  
MultiMediaCard is a trademark of Infineon  
Technologies AG of Germany, and licensed to the  
MultiMediaCard Association (MMCA).  
• Acrobat and Acrobat Reader are trademarks of  
Adobe Systems Incorporated.  
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INTRODUCTION  
Best Shot  
Features  
Simply select the sample scene that matches the type of  
image you are trying to record and the camera performs  
troublesome setups automatically for beautiful pictures  
every time.  
3.2 million Effective Pixels  
A high-resolution megapixel CCD provides 3.2 million  
effective pixels (3.34 million total pixels) for images that  
print beautifully.  
Coupling Shot and Pre-shot  
2.0-inch TFT color LCD monitor screen  
Coupling Shot lets you combine two subjects into a single  
image, while Pre-shot lets you add a subject to a  
previously recorded background image. This means you  
can create images that include you and your friend, even  
if you are the only two people around. You can use  
Coupling Shot and Pre-shot by selecting the applicable  
sample images in the Best Shot mode.  
12X seamless zoom  
3X optical zoom, 4X digital zoom  
10MB Flash memory  
Images can be recorded without using a memory card.  
Support for SD memory cards and MMC (MultiMedia  
Cards) for memory expansion  
Triple Self-timer mode  
The self-timer can be set up to repeat three times,  
automatically.  
Easy Charging  
Just place the camera onto the USB cradle to charge its  
battery.  
Real-time histogram  
An on-screen histogram lets you adjust exposure as you  
view the effect on overall image brightness, which makes  
shooting under difficult lighting conditions easier than  
ever before.  
Easy Image Transfer  
Transfer images to a computer simply by placing the  
camera onto the USB cradle.  
Photo Stand feature  
World Time  
A slideshow of images in file memory can be played while  
the camera is on its USB cradle.  
A simple operation sets the current time for your current  
location. You can select from among 162 cities in 32 time  
zones.  
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INTRODUCTION  
Alarm  
PRINT Image Matching II Compatible  
A built-in alarm helps to keep you on time for important  
events, and even can be used in place of an alarm clock.  
You can also have a specific image appear on the  
monitor screen when the alarm time is reached.  
Images include PRINT Image Matching II data (mode  
setting and other camera setup information). A printer that  
supports PRINT Image Matching II reads this data and  
adjusts the printed image accordingly, so your images  
come out just the way you intended when you recorded  
them.  
Album Function  
HTML files are generated automatically to create an  
album of recorded images. Album contents can be viewed  
and printed using a standard Web browser. Images can  
also be incorporated into Web pages quickly and easily.  
USB DIRECT-PRINT support  
Your camera supports USB DIRECT-PRINT, which was  
developed by Seiko Epson Corporation. When connected  
directly to a printer that supports USB DIRECT-PRINT,  
you can select images to print and start the print  
operation directly from the camera.  
Calendar screen  
A simple operation displays a full-month calendar on the  
cameras monitor screen. Each day of the full-month  
calendar shows a thumbnail of the first image recorded  
for that date, which helps to make searching for a  
particular image quicker and easier.  
Bundled with Photo Loader and Photohands  
Your camera comes bundled with Photo Loader, the  
popular application that automatically loads images from  
your camera to your PC. It also comes with Photohands,  
and application that makes image retouching quick and  
easy.  
Movie mode with audio  
DCF Data Storage  
DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) data storage  
protocol provides image inter-compatibility between the  
digital camera and printers.  
Digital Print Order Format (DPOF)  
Images can be printed easily in the sequence you want  
using a DPOF compatible printer. DPOF can also be used  
when specifying images and quantities for printing by  
professional print services.  
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INTRODUCTION  
Never fire the flash while it is too close to the subjects  
eyes. Intense light from the flash can cause eye damage  
if it is fired too close to the eyes. This is especially true  
with young children. When using the flash, the camera  
should be at least one meter (3.3´) from the eyes of the  
subject.  
Precautions  
General Precautions  
Be sure to observe the following important precautions  
whenever using the EX-Z3.  
Keep the camera away from water and other liquids, and  
never let it get wet. Moisture creates the danger of fire  
and electric shock. Never use the camera outdoors in the  
rain or snow, at the seashore or beach, in the bathroom,  
etc.  
All references in this manual to this cameraand the  
camerarefer to the CASIO EX-Z3 Digital Camera.  
Never try to take pictures or use the built-in display while  
operating a motor vehicle or while walking. Doing so  
creates the danger of serious accident.  
Never try to open the case of the camera or attempt your  
own repairs. High-voltage internal components create the  
risk of electric shock when exposed. Always leave  
maintenance and repair work up to a CASIO authorized  
service center.  
Never look at the sun or any other bright light through the  
cameras viewfinder. Doing so can damage your eyesight.  
Keep the small parts and accessories of this camera out  
of the reach of small children. If swallowed accidentally,  
contact your physician immediately.  
Never fire the flash in the direction of a person operating  
a motor vehicle. Doing so can interfere with the drivers  
vision and create the danger of accident.  
Should foreign matter or water ever get into the camera,  
immediately turn it off. Next, remove the cameras battery  
and/or unplug the AC adaptor power cord from the power  
outlet, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO  
authorized service center. Using the camera under these  
conditions creates the danger of fire and electric shock.  
Should you ever notice smoke or a strange odor coming  
out of the camera, immediately turn it off. Next, taking  
care you do not burn your fingers, remove the cameras  
battery and/or unplug the AC adaptor power cord from the  
power outlet, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO  
authorized service center. Using the camera under these  
conditions creates the danger of fire and electric shock.  
After making sure there is no more smoke coming from  
the camera, take it to your nearest CASIO authorized  
service center for repair. Never attempt your own  
maintenance.  
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INTRODUCTION  
Never use the AC adaptor to power any other device  
besides this camera. Never use any other AC adaptor  
besides the one that comes with this camera.  
Never cover the AC adaptor with a quilt, blanket, or other  
cover while it is in use, and do not use it near a heater.  
At least once a year, unplug the AC adaptor power cord  
from the power outlet and clean the area around the  
prongs of the plug. Dust build up around the prongs can  
create the danger of fire.  
If the cameras case should ever become cracked due to  
dropping it or otherwise subjecting it to rough treatment,  
immediately turn it off. Next, remove the cameras battery  
and/or unplug the AC adaptor power cord from the power  
outlet, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO  
authorized service center.  
Never use the camera inside of an aircraft or in any other  
areas where its use is prohibited. Doing so can result in  
an accident.  
Physical damage and malfunction of this camera can  
cause the data stored in its memory to be deleted. Be  
sure to always keep backup copies of data by transferring  
them to personal computer memory.  
Never open the battery cover, disconnect the AC adaptor  
from the camera, or unplug the AC adaptor from the wall  
socket while recording images. Doing so will not only  
make storage of the current image impossible, it can also  
corrupt other image data already stored in file memory.  
Data Error Precautions  
Your digital camera is manufactured using precision  
digital components. Any of the following creates the risk  
of corruption of data in file memory.  
Removing the battery or memory card, or setting the  
camera onto the USB cradle while the camera is  
performing a record or memory access operation  
Removing the battery, removing the memory card, or  
placing the camera onto the USB cradle while the  
operation lamp is still flashing after you turn off the  
camera  
Disconnecting the USB cable, removing the camera  
from the USB cradle, or disconnecting the AC adaptor  
from the USB cradle while a data communication  
operation is being performed  
Low battery power  
Other abnormal operations  
Any of the above conditions can cause an error message to  
appear on the monitor screen (page 162). Follow the  
instructions provided by the message to eliminate the  
cause of the error.  
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INTRODUCTION  
Operating conditions  
Condensation  
This camera is designed for use in temperatures ranging  
from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).  
When you bring the camera indoors on a cold day or  
otherwise expose it to a sudden change of temperature,  
there is the possibility that condensation can form on the  
exterior or on interior components. Condensation can  
cause malfunction of the camera, so you should avoid  
exposing it to conditions that might cause condensation.  
To keep condensation from forming, place the camera  
into a plastic bag before moving it into a location that is  
much warmer or colder than your current location. Leave  
it in the plastic bag until the air inside the bag has a  
chance to reach the same temperature as the new  
location. If condensation does form, remove the battery  
from the camera and leave the battery cover open for a  
few hours.  
Do not use or keep the camera in the following areas.  
In areas subject to direct sunlight  
In areas subject to high humidity or dust  
Near air conditioners, heaters, or other areas subject  
to temperature extremes  
Inside of a closed vehicle, especially one parked in the  
sun  
In areas subject to strong vibration  
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INTRODUCTION  
LED Backlight  
Other  
The monitor screen is illuminated by an LED backlight. A  
dark monitor screen indicates that the LED backlight has  
reached the end of its service life, and needs to be  
replaced by a CASIO authorized service center. Note that  
you will be charged for LED backlight replacement. The  
LED backlight brightness is reduced by half after about  
1,000 hours of use.  
The camera may become slightly warm during use. This  
does not indicate malfunction.  
If the exterior of the camera needs cleaning, wipe it with a  
soft, dry cloth.  
Lens  
Never apply too much force when cleaning the surface of  
the lens. Doing so can scratch the lens surface and cause  
malfunction.  
Fingerprints, dust, or any other soiling of the lens can  
interfere with proper image recording. Never touch the  
lens with your fingers. You can remove dust particles  
from the lens surface by using a lens blower to blow them  
off. Next, wipe the surface of the lens with a soft lens  
cloth.  
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QUICK START GUIDE  
First, charge the battery!  
1. Load the battery (page 25).  
2. Place the camera onto the USB cradle to charge the  
battery (page 27).  
1
Note that the shape of the AC adaptor depends on the area where  
you purchased the camera.  
It takes about two hours to achieve a full charge.  
1 Inlet Type  
Stopper  
2
2
PLA  
Y
R
E
C
MENU  
SET  
D
ISP  
1 Plug-in Type  
3
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QUICK START GUIDE  
To configure display language and clock settings  
Be sure to configure the following settings  
before using the camera to record images.  
(See page 39 for details.)  
1. Press the power button to turn on the camera.  
2. Press [̆] to select the language you want.  
1
3. Press [SET] to register the language setting.  
PL  
AY  
REC  
4. Use [̆], [̄], [̇], and [̈] to select the geographical  
M
E
N
U
area you want, and then press [SET].  
SET  
5. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the city you want, and then  
D
IS  
P
press [SET].  
2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9  
6. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the summer time (DST)  
setting you want, and then press [SET].  
7. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the date format setting you  
want, and then press [SET].  
8. Set the date and the time.  
9. Press [SET] to register the clock settings and exit the  
setting screen.  
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QUICK START GUIDE  
To record an image  
To view a recorded image  
(See page 43 for details.)  
(See page 80 for details.)  
Green  
operation lamp  
2
2
99  
1600 1200  
NORMAL  
1
1
4
IN  
1
/
1000  
F2.6  
PL  
AY  
PL  
AY  
REC  
REC  
03/12/24  
:
12 58  
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SET  
SET  
Focus frame  
3
D
IS  
P
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P
3
1. Press the power button to turn on the camera.  
1. Press the power button to turn on the  
camera.  
2. Align the mode selector with REC.  
2. Align the mode selector with PLAY.  
3. Point the camera at the subject, use the monitor  
screen or viewfinder to compose the image, and  
then press the shutter release button half way.  
3. Use [̇] and [̈] to scroll through the  
images.  
When proper focus is achieved, the focus frame turns green  
and the green operation lamp lights.  
4. Holding the camera still, gently press the shutter  
release button.  
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QUICK START GUIDE  
To delete an image  
(See page 94 for details.)  
2
1
PL  
AY  
REC  
M
E
N
U
SET  
D
IS  
P
3, 4, 5, 6  
1. Press the power button to turn on the camera.  
2. Align the mode selector with PLAY.  
3. Press [̄] (  
).  
4. Use [̇] and [̈] to display the image you want to delete.  
5. Use [̆] and [̄] to select Delete.  
To exit the image delete operation without deleting anything, select  
Cancel.  
6. Press [SET] to delete the image.  
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GETTING READY  
This section contains information about things you need to  
know about and do before trying to use the camera.  
I Button Operations  
Button operations are indicated by the button name inside  
of brackets ([ ]).  
About This Manual  
I On-screen Text  
On-screen text is always enclosed by double quotation  
marks (“ ”).  
This section contains information about the conventions  
used in this manual.  
I Terminology  
The following table defines the terminology used in this  
manual.  
I File Memory  
The term file memoryin this manual is a general term that  
refers to the location where your camera is currently storing  
the images you record. File memory can be any one of the  
following three locations.  
This term as used in this  
Means this:  
manual:  
this cameraor the  
camera”  
The CASIO EX-Z3 Digital  
Camera  
The cameras built-in Flash memory  
An SD memory card loaded in the camera  
A MultiMediaCard loaded in the camera  
file memory”  
The location where the  
camera is currently storing  
images you record (page 43)  
For more information about how the camera stores images,  
see page 118.  
battery”  
The NP-20 Rechargeable  
Lithium Ion Battery  
optional charger unit”  
The optionally available  
CASIO BC-10L Charger Unit  
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GETTING READY  
General Guide  
The following illustrations show the names of each component, button, and switch on the camera.  
Camera  
Front  
Back  
7
8
1
2
9
0
3
A
4
1 Shutter release button  
2 Power button  
3 Flash  
7 Viewfinder  
B
8 Operation lamp  
9 Mode selector  
0 [MENU] button  
A Zoom button  
B Strap ring  
PL  
AY  
REC  
M
E
N
U
4 Self-timer lamp  
5 Microphone  
6 Lens  
SET  
C [SET] button  
D [̆][̄][̇][̈]  
E [DISP] button  
F Monitor Screen  
D
IS  
P
F
5
E
6
D
C
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GETTING READY  
I Bottom  
USB Cradle  
Simply placing your CASIO digital camera onto the USB  
cradle lets you perform the following tasks.  
Battery charging (page 27)  
Automatic transfer of images to a computer (page 124)  
Viewing of images using the Photo Stand slideshow  
feature (page 92).  
G
H
I
I Front  
G Battery cover  
H Connector  
I Tripod screw hole  
1
2
3
1 Camera connector  
2 [USB] lamp  
* Use this hole when attaching to a tripod.  
3 [USB] button  
4 [CHARGE] lamp  
5 [PHOTO] button  
J
5
4
I Back  
6 [DC IN 5.3V]  
(AC adaptor connector)  
7 [USB]  
J Stopper  
K Battery compartment  
L Memory card slot  
K
(USB port)  
L
6
7
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Monitor Screen Contents  
The monitor screen uses various indicators and icons to keep you informed of the cameras status.  
REC mode  
Self-timer  
REC modes  
None 1-Image  
Snapshot  
Best Shot  
Movie  
Self-timer 10 sec  
Self-timer 2 sec  
Triple self-timer  
10  
s
Memory capacity  
(Remaining number  
of storable images)  
2s  
x3  
Image size  
2048 ҂ 1536 pixels  
1600 ҂ 1200 pixels  
1280 ҂ 960 pixels  
640 ҂ 480 pixels  
Focus Mode indicator  
None Auto Focus  
Macro  
Movie Recording: recording time (seconds)  
Infinity  
Manual Focus  
Quality  
FINE  
NORMAL  
ECONOMY  
Focus frame  
Focusing complete: Green  
Focusing failed: Red  
Built-in memory selected for  
data storage.  
Memory card selected for  
data storage.  
Battery capacity  
EV value  
Date and time  
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PLAY mode  
White balance  
indicator  
Digital zoom indicator  
Folder number/  
Image size  
None  
Auto  
2048 ҂ 1536 pixels  
1600 ҂ 1200 pixels  
1280 ҂ 960 pixels  
640 ҂ 480 pixels  
File number  
Sunlight  
Shade  
Shutter speed  
value  
Image protection  
indicator  
Light Bulb  
Fluorescent  
Manual  
An out of range  
aperture or shutter  
speed causes the  
corresponding  
monitor screen  
value to turn  
amber.  
PLAY mode file type  
Snapshot  
Movie  
Quality  
FINE  
NORMAL  
ECONOMY  
Aperture value  
ISO sensitivity  
Built-in memory  
selected for data  
storage.  
Memory card  
selected for data  
storage.  
Flash Mode indicator  
None Auto  
Zoom indicator  
Left side indicates optical zoom.  
Right side indicates digital zoom.  
Battery capacity  
Date and time  
Flash Off  
Flash On  
Red-eye reduction  
If the camera detects that flash is  
required while auto flash is  
selected, the flash on indicator  
will appear when the shutter  
release button is pressed half  
way.  
IMPORTANT!  
Some information may not display properly if you  
display an image that was recorded using a different  
digital camera model.  
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Changing the Contents of the Monitor  
Screen  
Each press of the [DISP] button changes the contents of  
the monitor screen as shown below.  
Indicator Lamps  
You can find out the operational status of the camera and  
the USB cradle at a glance by checking the color of the  
indicator lamps, and whether a lamp is lit or flashing. For  
details, see Indicator Lamp Referenceon page 156.  
Indicators  
on  
(page 22)  
Histogram  
on  
(page 75)  
Indicators  
off  
Monitor*  
screen off  
Self-timer lamp  
Green operation lamp  
PL  
AY  
REC  
M
EN  
U
* You cannot turn off the monitor screen in the following modes:  
PLAY mode, Best Shot mode, Movie mode, Macro mode.  
SET  
D
IS  
P
Red operation lamp  
[USB] lamp  
[CHARGE] lamp  
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Attaching the Strap  
Power Requirements  
Attach the strap to the strap ring as shown in the  
illustration.  
Your camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium ion  
battery (NP-20).  
To load the battery  
PL  
AY  
REC  
M
E
N
U
1. While pressing the battery cover on the  
bottom of the camera, slide the cover in the  
direction indicated by the arrow, and then  
swing it open.  
SET  
D
IS  
P
PL  
AY  
REC  
M
E
N
U
SET  
D
IS  
P
IMPORTANT!  
Be sure to keep the strap around your wrist when  
using the camera to protect against accidentally  
dropping it.  
The supplied strap is intended for use with this  
camera only. Do not use it for any other purpose.  
Never swing the camera around by the strap.  
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2. While pulling the stopper in the direction  
indicated by the arrow in the illustration, align  
the arrow mark on the battery with the arrow  
mark on the camera and slide the battery into  
the camera.  
3. Swing the battery cover closed, and then slide  
it in the direction indicated by the arrow.  
Stopper  
IMPORTANT!  
Use only the special NP-20 rechargeable lithium ion  
battery to power this camera. Use of any other type  
of battery is not supported.  
Arrow marks  
NP-20  
The battery is not charged when you purchase the  
camera. You need to charge the battery before using  
the camera for the first time (page 27).  
Push the bottom of the battery, and make sure that  
the stopper securely locks the battery in place.  
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To remove the battery  
To charge the battery  
1. Open the battery cover.  
1. Connect the bundled AC adaptor to the [DC IN  
5.3V] connector of the USB cradle, and then  
plug it in to a household power outlet.  
2. Pull the stopper in the direction indicated by  
the arrow.  
Note that the shape of the AC adaptor depends on  
This will cause the battery to come part way out of  
the area where you purchased the camera.  
the slot.  
USB Cradle  
[DC IN 5.3V]  
Stopper  
AC Adaptor  
AC power cord  
3. Release the stopper and pull the battery from  
the camera.  
Take care so you do not drop the battery.  
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NOTE  
NOTE  
The bundled AC adaptor is designed for operation  
with any power supply in the range of 100V to 240V  
AC. Note, however, that the shape of the AC power  
cord plug varies according to country or geographic  
area. If you plan to use the AC adaptor in a  
geographic area where the power receptacle shape  
is different from that in your area, replace the AC  
power cord with one of the other ones that comes  
with the camera, or purchase a commercially  
available AC power cord that is compatible with the  
power outlets in that area.  
The AC adaptor is designed for operation on power  
ranging from 100V AC to 240V AC. Note, however,  
that the shape of the power cord plug varies  
according to country or geographic area. It is up to  
you to find out if the shape of the AC adaptor power  
cord plug is compatible with local power outlets when  
traveling abroad.  
2. Turn off the camera.  
3. Set the camera onto  
the USB cradle.  
PLA  
Y
R
E
C
MENU  
Do not place the  
camera onto the USB  
cradle while it is turned  
on.  
USB Cradle  
SET  
D
ISP  
AC Adaptor  
The [CHARGE] lamp on  
the USB cradle should  
turn red, indicating that  
charging has started.  
When charging is  
[DC IN 5.3V]  
[CHARGE] lamp  
complete, the  
[CHARGE] lamp will  
turn green.  
4. After charging is complete, remove the  
camera from the USB cradle.  
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IMPORTANT!  
If the [CHARGE] lamp starts flashing red, it means  
that an error occurs while charging. An error can be  
caused by any of the following: a problem with the  
USB cradle, a problem with the camera, or a problem  
with the battery or how it is loaded. Remove the  
camera from the USB cradle and see if it works  
normally.  
You can use the USB cradle to charge the cameras  
battery, to exchange data with a computer over a  
USB connection, or when using the Photo Stand  
feature only.  
It takes about two hours to achieve a full charge.  
Actual charging time depends on current battery  
capacity and charging conditions.  
Use only the USB cradle (CA-21) or the optionally  
available charger unit (BC-10L) to charge the special  
NP-20 rechargeable lithium ion battery. Never use  
any other charging device.  
Use only the bundled AC adaptor. Never use any  
other type of AC adaptor. Do not use optionally  
available AD-C40, AD-C620 and AD-C630 AC  
adaptors with this camera.  
Make sure that the camera connector of the USB  
cradle is securely inserted into the cameras  
connector as far as it will go.  
The [CHARGE] lamp may remain amber colored and  
the charge operation may not start right away if you  
try to charge immediately after using the camera  
(which causes battery to become warm) or when it is  
too hot or too cold where you are performing the  
charge operation. If this happens, simply wait until  
the battery reaches normal temperature. The  
[CHARGE] lamp will turn red and charging will start  
when the battery temperature returns to the  
allowable charging temperature range.  
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I If the camera works normally  
I Battery Life Guidelines  
The battery life guideline values given below indicate the  
amount of time at standard temperature (25°C (77°F)) until  
power automatically turns off due to battery failure. They do  
not guarantee that the battery will provide the amount of  
service indicated. Low temperatures and continued use  
reduce battery life.  
1. Continue using the camera until the current  
charge is used up, and then charge the  
battery.  
I If the camera does not work normally  
Operation  
Continuous Recording*1  
(Continuous Snapshot Recording)  
Continuous Playback*2  
Approximate Battery Life  
This can mean there is a problem with how the battery is  
loaded.  
75 minutes (450 shots)  
120 minutes  
1. Remove the battery from the camera and  
check the battery contacts for dirt. If the  
contacts are dirty, wipe them clean with a dry  
cloth.  
Supported Battery: NP-20 (Rated Capacitance: 680mAh)  
*1 Continuous Recording Conditions  
Normal temperature: 25°C (77°F)  
Flash: Off  
2. Check to make sure that the AC adaptors  
power cord is connected securely to the  
power outlet and USB cradle.  
Monitor screen: On  
Image recorded about every 10 seconds using the  
following operations: Zoom to full wide angle  
Focus Zoom to full close-up Auto Focus  
Image recording  
Auto  
If the same symptoms occur again when you place  
the camera on the USB cradle after taking the above  
steps, contact a CASIO authorized service center.  
*2 Continuous Playback Conditions  
Normal temperature: 25°C (77°F)  
Scroll one image about every 10 seconds  
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Recording one image per minute under the above  
conditions reduces battery life to about one sixth of that  
noted above.  
The above values are based a new battery starting from a  
full charge. Repeated charging shortens battery life.  
Battery life is greatly affected by how much you use flash,  
zoom and other functions, and how long you leave power  
turned on.  
IITip to Make the Battery Last Longer  
If you do not need the flash while recording, select  
(flash off) for the flash mode. See page 50 for more  
information.  
IILow Battery Indicator  
The following shows how the battery capacity indicator on  
the monitor screen changes as battery power is used. The  
indicator means that remaining battery power is low.  
Note that you will not be able to record images while the  
battery indicator is  
. Charge the battery immediately  
whenever either of these indicators appears.  
Battery Level  
Indicator  
High  
Low  
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Failure to observe any of the following precautions  
while using the battery creates the risk of overheating,  
fire, and explosion.  
Never use any other type of charger except the  
optional charger unit specified for the battery.  
Never try to use the battery to power any other  
device other than this camera.  
Power Supply Precautions  
Note the following precautions when handling or using the  
battery and the optional charger unit.  
IIBattery Handling Precautions  
I SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  
Be sure to read the following Safety Precautions before  
trying to use the battery for the first time. Keep these safety  
precautions and all operating instructions on hand for  
future reference.  
Never use or leave the battery near open flame.  
Never place the battery in a microwave oven, throw  
it into fire, or otherwise expose it to intense heat.  
Make sure the battery is oriented correctly when you  
load it into the camera or attach it to the optional  
charger unit.  
NOTES  
Never carry or store the battery together with items  
that can conduct electricity (necklaces, pencil lead,  
etc.)  
Never try to take the battery apart, modify it in any  
way, or expose it to strong impact.  
The term batteryin this manual refers to the CASIO  
NP-20 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery.  
The term optional charger unitin the following  
precautions refers to the optionally available CASIO  
BC-10L Charger Unit.  
Do not immerse the battery in fresh water or salt  
water.  
Do not use or leave the battery under direct  
sunlight, in an automobile parked in the sun, or in  
any other area subject to high temperatures.  
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Should you ever notice leakage, strange odor, heat  
generation, discoloration, deformation, or any other  
abnormal condition while using, charging, or storing a  
battery, immediately remove it from the camera or  
optional charger unit and keep it away from open flame.  
If the battery does not achieve full charge after the  
normal charging time has passed, stop charging.  
Continued charging creates the risk of overheating, fire,  
and explosion.  
Battery fluid can damage your eyes. Should battery  
fluid get into your eyes accidentally, immediately rinse  
them with clean tap water and then consult a physician.  
Be sure to read page 27 of this Users Guide and the  
instructions that come with the optional charger unit  
before using or charging the battery.  
If the battery is to be used by young children, make  
sure that a responsible adult makes them aware of the  
precautions and proper handling instructions and make  
sure that they handle the battery correctly.  
Should fluid from the battery accidentally get onto  
clothing or your skin, immediately rinse it off with clean  
tap water. Prolonged contact with battery fluid can  
cause skin irritation.  
I PRECAUTIONS DURING USE  
The battery is designed for use with this CASIO digital  
camera only.  
Use only the USB cradle that comes with the camera or  
the specified optional charger unit to charge the  
battery. Never use any other type of charger unit for  
charging.  
A new battery is not charged. Be sure to charge the  
battery before using it for the first time.  
Use of a battery in cold environments shortens the  
operating time you can expect on a full charge. Charge  
the battery in a location where the temperature is in the  
range of 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F). Charging  
outside this temperature range can cause charging to  
take longer than normal or even cause charging to fail.  
Very limited operation following a full charge indicates  
that the battery has reached the end of its service life.  
Replace the battery with a new one.  
Never wipe the battery with thinner, benzene, alcohol,  
or other volatile agents or chemically treated rags.  
Doing so can cause deformation of the battery and lead  
to malfunction.  
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I BATTERY STORAGE PRECAUTIONS  
IIUSB Cradle and AC Adaptor Precautions  
Make sure you remove the battery when you do not  
plan to use the camera for a long time. A battery left in  
the camera discharges very small amounts of power  
even when power is turned off, which can lead to a  
dead battery or the need for longer charging before the  
next use.  
Never use an electrical outlet whose voltage  
is outside the rating marked on the AC  
adaptor. Doing so can create the danger of  
fire or electric shock. Use only the bundled  
AC adaptor specified for this camera.  
Do not allow the AC adaptor cord to become  
cut or damaged, do not place heavy objects  
on it, and keep it away from heat. A damaged  
power cord creates the risk of fire and electric  
shock.  
Store the battery in a cool, dry place (20°C (68 °F) or  
lower).  
I USING THE BATTERY  
Never try to modify the AC adaptor cord, or  
subject it to severe bending, twisting, or  
pulling. Doing so creates the risk of fire and  
See page 27 of this manual or the instructions that  
come with the optional charger unit for information  
about charging procedures and charging times.  
When transporting a battery, keep it either loaded in  
the camera or stored in its case.  
Caution!  
electric shock.  
Never touch the AC adaptor while your hands  
are wet. Doing so creates the risk of electric  
shock.  
Do not overload extension cords or wall  
outlets. Doing so creates the danger of fire  
and electric shock.  
Should the cord of the AC adaptor become  
damaged (exposed internal wiring), request a  
replacement from a CASIO authorized service  
center. A damaged AC adaptor cord creates  
the danger of fire or electric shock.  
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Make sure you always remove the camera from the USB  
cradle before connecting or disconnecting the AC  
adaptor.  
Charging, USB data communication, and using the Photo  
Stand feature can cause the AC adaptor to become  
warm. This is normal and does not indicate malfunction.  
Unplug the AC power cord from the power outlet  
whenever you are not using it.  
Turning the Camera On and Off  
Press the power button to turn the camera on and off.  
Pressing the power button to turn on the camera causes  
the green operation lamp to light temporarily. Press the  
power button again to turn off the camera.  
Never place a blanket or any other cover on the AC  
adaptor. Doing so creates the risk of fire.  
ON/OFF  
Power button  
Green operation lamp  
IMPORTANT!  
If camera power is turned off by the Auto Power Off  
feature, press the power button to turn it back on  
again.  
Turning on camera power while the REC mode is  
selected by the mode selector causes the lens to  
extend from the camera. Make sure there is nothing  
in front of the camera that can be hit by the lens  
when you turn on the camera.  
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I See page 37 for information about how to use  
menus.  
Configuring Power Saving Settings  
You can configure the settings described below to  
conserve battery power.  
To configure this feature:  
Sleep  
Select this setting:  
Sleep  
Sleep  
: Automatically turns off the monitor screen  
if no operation is performed for a specified  
amount of time in the REC mode.  
Auto Power Off  
Auto Power Off  
Performing any button operation causes  
the monitor screen to turn back on.  
Auto Power Off: Turns off power if you do not perform any  
operation for a specified amount of time.  
5. Use [̆] and [̄] to change the currently  
selected setting, and then press [SET].  
Available Sleep settings are: 30 sec, 1 min, 2 min,  
and Off.  
Available Auto Power Off settings are: 2 minand  
5 min.  
1. Turn on the camera, and then align the mode  
selector with RECor PLAY.  
Note that the Sleep feature does not operate in the  
PLAY mode.  
2. Press [MENU].  
Pressing any button while the camera is in the Sleep  
state immediately turns the monitor screen back on.  
3. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the Set Uptab.  
The Auto Power Off and Sleep features are disabled  
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the feature whose  
setting you want to configure, and then press  
[SET].  
in the following cases.  
When the camera is connected to a computer or  
some other device through the USB cradle  
While a slideshow is in progress  
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2. Press [MENU].  
Using the On-screen Menus  
Tab  
MENU  
Pressing [MENU] displays menus on the monitor screen  
that you can use to perform various operations. The menu  
that appears depends on whether you are in the REC  
mode or the PLAY mode. The following shows an example  
menu procedure in the REC mode.  
[MENU]  
[SET]  
SET  
Mode selector  
1. Turn on the camera,  
DISP  
and then align the  
mode selector with  
Settings  
Selection cursor (indicates the  
currently selected item)  
PLAY  
REC  
[̆][̄][̇][̈]  
RECto enter the  
REC mode.  
MENU  
If you want to enter the  
PLAY mode instead,  
you would align the  
mode selector with  
PLAY.  
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I Menu Screen Operations  
3. Press [̇] or [̈] to select the tab you want,  
and then press [SET] to move the selection  
cursor from the tab to the settings.  
When you want to do this:  
Move between tabs  
Do this:  
Press [̇] and [̈].  
Move from the tab to the  
settings  
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to  
select the feature  
whose setting you  
want to configure,  
and then press [̈].  
Press [̄].  
Move from the settings to  
the tab  
Press [̆].  
Move between the settings  
Press [̆] and [̄].  
Display the options  
available for a setting  
Press [̈] or press [SET].  
Press [̆] and [̄].  
Instead of pressing [̈],  
you could also press  
[SET].  
Example: To select the  
REC Mode”  
item.  
Select an option  
Register an option  
selection and exit the menu Press [SET].  
screen  
5. Use [̆] and [̄] to change the currently  
Register an option  
selected setting.  
selection and return to the  
menu screen  
Press [̇].  
Exit the menu screen  
Press the [MENU] button.  
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6. Perform one of the following operations to  
apply the setting you configured.  
Configuring Display Language and Clock  
Settings  
Be sure to configure the following settings before using the  
camera to record images.  
To do this:  
Perform this key operation:  
Press [SET].  
Apply the setting and exit  
the menu screen.  
Display language  
Home city  
Date Style  
Apply the setting and  
return to feature selection  
in step 4.  
Press [̇].  
Date and time  
Apply the setting and  
return to tab selection in  
step 3.  
1. Press [̇].  
2. Use [̆] to move back up to  
tab selection.  
Note that the current date and time settings are used by  
the camera to generate the date and time that are stored  
along with image data, etc.  
See Menu Referenceon page 154 for more information  
about menus.  
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IMPORTANT!  
To configure display language and clock  
settings  
The cameras clock settings are cleared whenever  
power is totally cut off. This can happen if the battery  
goes dead while the camera is not being supplied  
power by the USB cradle. The clock setting screen  
will appear automatically the next time you turn on  
power after the settings are cleared. Set the date  
and time before using the camera.  
1. Press the power button to turn on the camera.  
2. Use [̆], [̄], [̇], and  
[̈] to select the  
The current date and time settings will be cleared if  
the battery remains dead without being charged for  
about two days.  
Recording images without configuring the clock  
settings causes incorrect time information to be  
registered. Be sure to configure the clock settings  
before using the camera.  
language you want,  
and then press [SET].  
: Japanese  
English  
: English  
Français : French  
Deutsch : German  
Español : Spanish  
Italiano  
Português : Portuguese  
: Chinese (Complex)  
: Italian  
: Chinese (Simplified)  
: Korean  
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3. Use [̆], [̄], [̇], and  
[̈] to select the  
6. Use [̆] and [̄] to  
change the date format  
setting, and then press  
[SET].  
geographical area  
where you live, and  
then press [SET].  
Example: October 23, 2003  
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to  
select the name of the  
city where you live,  
and then press [SET].  
To display the date like this:  
03/10/23  
Select this format:  
YY/MM/DD  
23/10/03  
DD/MM/YY  
10/23/03  
MM/DD/YY  
7. Set the current date  
and the time.  
5. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the summer time  
(DST) setting you want, and then press [SET].  
When you want to do this:  
Select this setting:  
Keep time using summer time  
(Daylight Saving Time)  
On  
Off  
To do this:  
Do this:  
Keep time using standard time  
Change the setting at the current  
cursor location  
Press [̆] and [̄].  
Press [̇] and [̈].  
Move the cursor between settings  
Toggle between 12-hour and 24-  
hour timekeeping  
Press [DISP].  
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8. Press [SET] to register the settings and exit  
the setting screen.  
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BASIC IMAGE RECORDING  
This section describes the basic procedure for recording an  
image.  
3. Compose the image  
on the monitor screen  
so the main subject is  
within the focus  
99  
1600 1200  
NORMAL  
IN  
Recording an Image  
frame.  
03/12/24  
:
Your camera automatically adjusts shutter speed in  
accordance with the brightness of the subject. Images you  
record are stored in the camera’s built-in memory, or to a  
memory card if you have one loaded in the camera.  
• When an optionally available SD memory card or  
MultiMediaCard (MMC) is loaded in the camera, images  
are stored on the card (page118).  
12 58  
• The focusing range of  
the camera in the Auto  
Focus mode is  
approximately 40cm  
(1.3 feet) to infinity ()  
(page 57).  
Focus frame  
• You can compose images using either the monitor  
screen or the optical viewfinder (page 47).  
Power button  
1. Press the power  
• When using the optical viewfinder to compose  
images, you can use the [DISP] button to turn off the  
monitor screen and conserve battery power.  
button to turn on the  
camera.  
• This causes an image  
ON/OFF  
or a message to appear  
on the monitor screen.  
Mode selector  
2. Align the mode  
selector with “REC”.  
• This enters the REC  
PLAY  
REC  
mode for image  
recording.  
MENU  
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Operation Lamp and Focus Frame Operation  
4. Press the shutter release  
button half way to focus the  
image.  
When you see this:  
It means this:  
Green focus frame  
Green operation lamp  
The image is in focus.  
When you press the shutter  
release button half way, the  
cameras Auto Focus feature  
automatically focuses the image,  
and displays the shutter speed  
and aperture values.  
Red focus frame  
Flashing green operation lamp  
The image is not in focus.  
Flash  
Shutter release  
button  
Make sure you are not  
blocking the lens or the  
flash with your fingers  
while recording an  
image.  
Green operation lamp  
You can tell whether the  
image is focused by  
observing the focus frame  
and the green operation  
lamp.  
Lens  
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5. After making sure that the  
image is focused properly,  
press the shutter release  
button the rest of the way  
down to record.  
Recording Precautions  
Never open the battery cover or place the camera onto  
the USB cradle while the green operation lamp is  
flashing. Doing so not only causes the current image to  
be lost, it can also corrupt images already stored in file  
memory and even lead to malfunction of the camera.  
Never remove the memory card while an image is being  
recorded to the memory card.  
Fluorescent lighting actually flickers at a frequency that  
cannot be detected by the human eye. When using the  
camera indoors under such lighting, you may experience  
some brightness or color problems with recorded images.  
When Autois selected for the ISO sensitivity setting  
(page 76), the camera automatically adjusts its sensitivity  
in accordance with the brightness of the subject. This can  
cause some static noise to appear in images of relatively  
dark subjects.  
Shutter release  
button  
The number of images that can  
be stored in memory depends on  
the resolution setting you are  
using (page 164).  
Press the shutter release button gently to avoid  
camera movement.  
When recording a dimly lit subject while Autois selected  
for the ISO sensitivity setting (page 76), the camera  
increases sensitivity and uses a slower shutter speed.  
Because of this, you need to guard against camera  
movement if you have flash turned off (page 50).  
If unwanted light is shining on the lens, shade the lens  
with your hand when recording the image.  
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About Auto Focus  
About the REC Mode Monitor Screen  
Auto Focus tends not to work well if the camera is moved  
during recording, or when recording the types of subjects  
listed below.  
Solid color walls or objects with little contrast  
Strongly backlit objects  
Polished metal or other brightly reflective objects  
Venetian blinds or other horizontally repeating patterns  
Multiple images that are varying distances from the  
camera  
The image shown on the monitor screen in the REC  
mode is a simplified image for composing purposes. The  
actual image is recorded in accordance with the image  
quality setting currently selected on your camera. The  
image saved in file memory has much better resolution  
and detail than the REC mode monitor screen image.  
Certain levels of subject brightness can cause the  
response of the REC mode monitor screen to slow down,  
which causes some static noise in the monitor screen  
image.  
Subjects in poorly lit areas  
Moving subjects  
Note that a green operation lamp and focus frame do not  
necessarily guarantee that an image is in focus.  
If Auto Focus does not produce the results you want for  
some reason, try using focus lock (page 60) or manual  
focus (page 59).  
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IMPORTANT!  
Using the Optical Viewfinder  
The frame that is visible inside of the viewfinder  
indicates the image recorded at a distance of about  
one meter (3.3´). When the subject is closer than one  
meter, the recorded image will be different from what  
you see inside the viewfinder frame.  
You can conserve battery power by turning off the  
cameras monitor screen (page 24) and using the optical  
viewfinder to compose images.  
The monitor screen turns on automatically whenever  
you select the Macro mode or Manual Focus mode.  
Always use the monitor screen to compose images  
in these modes.  
Short distance  
to subject  
Viewfinder frame  
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Using Zoom  
Your camera is equipped with two types of zoom: optical  
zoom and digital zoom.  
Optical Zoom  
Zoom out  
Zoom in  
The range of the optical zoom factor is shown below.  
Optical Zoom Factor Range: 1X to 3X  
2. Compose the image and then press the  
shutter release button.  
1. In the REC mode, press  
the zoom button to  
NOTES  
REC  
change the zoom factor.  
The optical zoom factor also affects the lens  
aperture.  
MENU  
Use of a tripod is recommended to protect against  
hand movement when using the telephoto setting  
(zoom in).  
Zoom button  
To do this:  
Zoom out  
Zoom in  
Press this side of the zoom button:  
(Wide Angle)  
(Telephoto)  
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Digital zoom indicator  
5. Hold down the  
(Telephoto) zoom  
Digital Zoom  
Digital zoom is activated after you reach the maximum  
optical zoom factor (3X). It enlarges the part of the image  
at the center of the image screen. The range of the digital  
zoom factor is shown below.  
button to increase the  
optical zoom factor.  
When the digital zoom  
factor reaches its  
maximum value (3X), it  
stops momentarily. Keep  
Digital Zoom Factor Range: 3X to 12X  
(in combination with optical  
zoom)  
the  
(Telephoto)  
zoom button depressed  
and zoom will switch  
over to digital zoom  
automatically.  
Zoom indicator  
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].  
2. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the RECtab.  
Switching to digital zoom causes the zoom indicator  
to appear on the monitor screen. The zoom indicator  
shows the current approximate zoom factor.  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select Digital Zoom, and  
then press [̈].  
Digital  
Zoom  
4. Select On, and then press [SET].  
Selecting Offdisables digital zoom.  
Optical Zoom  
1x  
3x  
Current zoom factor  
12x  
6. Compose the image and then press the  
shutter release button.  
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IMPORTANT!  
Using the Flash  
Digital zoom is disabled whenever the monitor  
screen is turned off (page 24).  
Using digital zoom can cause degradation of the  
recorded image.  
Perform the following steps to select the flash mode you  
want to use.  
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].  
2. Press [̄] (  
) to select  
the flash mode.  
MENU  
Each press of [̄] (  
)
cycles through the flash  
mode settings shown below  
on the monitor screen.  
SET  
DISP  
[̄] (  
)
Flash mode indicator  
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About Red-eye Reduction  
To do this:  
Select this setting:  
None  
Have the flash fire automatically when  
required (Auto Flash)  
Using the flash to record at night or in a dimly lit room can  
cause red spots inside the eyes of people who are in the  
image. This is caused when the light from the flash reflects  
off of the retina of the eye. When red-eye reduction is  
selected as the flash mode, the camera performs two pre-  
flash operations, one designed to cause the irises in the  
eyes of any people in the image to close, and one for the  
Auto Focus operation. This is followed by another flash  
operation for actual recording of the image.  
Turn off the flash (Flash Off)  
Always fire the flash (Flash On)  
Fire a pre-flash followed by image  
recording with flash, reducing the  
chance of red-eye in the image (Red-  
eye reduction)  
In this case, the flash fires automatically  
when required  
IMPORTANT!  
Note the following important points when using red-  
eye reduction.  
3. Record the image.  
IMPORTANT!  
Red-eye reduction does not work unless the people  
in the image are looking directly at the camera during  
the pre-flash. Before pressing the shutter release  
button, call out to the subjects so they all look at the  
camera while the pre-flash operation is performed.  
Red-eye reduction may not work very well if the  
subjects are located far away from the camera.  
The flash unit of this camera fires a number of times  
when you record an image. The initial flashes are  
pre-flashes, which the camera uses to obtain  
information that it uses for exposure settings. The  
final flash is for recording. Make sure that you keep  
the camera still until the shutter releases.  
Image recording may not be performed if you press  
the shutter release button while the red operation  
lamp is flashing.  
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Flash  
Flash Unit Status  
Flash Precautions  
You can find out the current flash unit status by pressing  
the shutter release button half way and checking the  
monitor screen and red operation lamp.  
Take care that your fingers do  
not block the flash when you  
hold the camera. Covering the  
flash with your finger can  
greatly reduce its  
effectiveness.  
The  
indicator is also  
You may not be able to achieve the desired results using  
a flash if the subject is too close or too far away.  
The flash takes anywhere from a few seconds to as long  
as 10 seconds to attain full charge after being fired. The  
actual time required depends on the battery level,  
temperature, and other conditions.  
shown on the monitor  
screen when the flash unit  
is ready to fire.  
Red operation lamp*  
* Red operation lamp  
When the red operation  
lamp is this:  
The flash does not fire in the Movie mode. This is  
It means this:  
indicated by  
(Flash Off) on the monitor screen.  
Flashing  
Lit  
Flash unit is charging  
The flash unit may not be able to charge when battery  
Flash unit is ready to fire  
power is low. Low battery power is indicated by  
Off) on the monitor screen, and when the flash fails to fire  
properly resulting in poor image exposure. When these  
symptoms occur, charge the cameras battery as soon as  
possible.  
(Flash  
When the red-eye reduction mode (  
) is selected, flash  
intensity is adjusted automatically in accordance with the  
exposure. The flash may not fire at all when the subject is  
brightly lit.  
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White balance is fixed while the flash is being used, so  
sunlight, fluorescent lighting, or other sources of  
illumination in the immediate area may affect the coloring  
of the recorded image.  
Using the Self-timer  
The self-timer lets you select either a 2-second or 10-  
second delay of the shutter release after you press the  
shutter release button. A Triple Self-timer feature lets you  
perform three consecutive self-timer operations to record  
three images.  
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].  
2. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the RECtab.  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select Self-timer, and  
then press [̈].  
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the self-timer time  
you want to use, and then press [SET].  
Selecting Offin step 4 disables the self-timer.  
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Self-timer lamp  
5. Record the image.  
To do this:  
Select this setting:  
Specify a 10-second self-timer  
Specify a 2-second self-timer  
Specify Triple Self-timer  
Disable the self-timer  
10 sec  
2 sec  
X3  
When you press the  
shutter release button,  
the self-timer lamp  
flashes and the shutter  
releases after the self-  
timer reaches the end  
of its countdown.  
Off  
With the Triple Self-timer, the camera records a  
series of three images in the sequence described  
below.  
You can interrupt an  
ongoing self-timer  
countdown by pressing  
the shutter release  
button while the self-  
timer lamp is flashing.  
1. The camera performs a 10-second countdown and  
then records the first image.  
2. The camera prepares to record the next image.  
The amount of time required for preparation  
depends on the cameras current Sizeand  
Qualitysettings, the type of memory (built-in or  
card) you are using for image storage, and  
whether or not the flash is charging.  
NOTE  
The 2 secself-timer setting is best when shooting  
with a slow shutter speed, because it helps to avoid  
blurring of images due to hand movement.  
3. After preparation is complete, the indicator 1sec”  
appears on the monitor screen, and another  
image is recorded one second later.  
4. Steps 2 and 3 are repeated once more to record  
the third image.  
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NOTE  
Specifying Image Size and Quality  
Use 2048 x 1536 when you plan to produce a large  
print of the image. Use 640 x 480 when you need to  
economize on space because you plan to send  
images in e-mail, etc.  
You can specify the image size and image quality to suit  
the type of image you are recording.  
To specify the image size  
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].  
2. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the RECtab.  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select Size, and then  
press [̈].  
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you  
want, and then press [SET].  
2048 x 1536 : 2048 x 1536pixels  
1600 x 1200 : 1600 x 1200pixels  
1280 x 960 : 1280 x 960pixels  
640 x 480 : 640 x 480pixels  
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NOTE  
To specify image quality  
Use the Finesetting when image quality is your top  
priority and file size is secondary. Conversely, use  
the Economysetting when file size is your top  
priority and image quality is secondary.  
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].  
2. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the RECtab.  
IMPORTANT!  
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select Quality, and then  
press [̈].  
Actual file size depends on the type of image you  
record. This means that the remaining image  
capacity noted on the monitor screen may not be  
exactly accurate (pages 22 and 164).  
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you  
want, and then press [SET].  
To get this:  
Select this setting:  
Fine  
Very high quality, but large file size  
Normal quality  
Normal  
Small file size, but low quality  
Economy  
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