E Digital Camera EX-S770 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. • Keep the User’s Guide in a safe place for future reference. • For the most up-to-date information about this product, visit the official EXILIM Website at http://www.exilim.com/.
UNPACKING As you unpack your camera, check to make sure that all items shown below are included. If anything is missing, contact your original retailer. Digital Camera Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery (NP-20) USB Cradle (CA-34) To attach the strap to the camera. * The shape of the AC power cord plug varies according to country or geographic area. Attach strap here.
CONTENTS UNPACKING 2 GETTING READY 37 Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 QUICK START BASICS 10 ■ ■ ■ ■ First, charge the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Configuring Display Language, Date, and Time Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Using a Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Shooting a Snapshot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Viewing Snapshots . . . . . . . . . .
SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT 63 SHOOTING A MOVIE Holding the Camera Correctly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Shooting a Snapshot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Specifying Image Size Specifying Image Quality Turning Off the AF Assist Lamp Snapshot Shooting Precautions Auto Focus Restrictions Movie Image Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Shooting a Movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ADVANCED SETTINGS 112 Other Useful Recording Functions . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Changing the Focus Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
EDITING IMAGES 158 DELETING FILES Resizing a Snapshot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 Cropping a Snapshot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 Keystone Correction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 Using Color Restoration to Correct the Color of an Old Photograph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 Editing the Date and Time of an Image . . . . . . . . 164 Rotating an Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 Editing a Movie on the Camera . . . . .
PRINTING 200 Using the Camera with a Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . 237 ■ Viewing and Storing Images on a Macintosh ■ Transfer of Images from the Camera and Management of Images on Your Macintosh ■ Playing Movies ■ Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) ■ Registering as a User Types of Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Using Professional Print Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 Using Your Printer to Print Images . . . . . . . . . . .
APPENDIX 263 General Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263 Monitor Screen Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265 Menu Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267 Display Menu Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271 Indicator Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. Getting the Most Out of Your Camera Snapshots Snapshots Enhancing or Reducting Color Satuation ➞ Controlling Color Saturation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Shooting with Optimum Setups ➞ USING BEST SHOT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98 Increasing or Decreasing Contrast ➞ Adjusting Image Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Portrait, Scenery, Night Scene, Night Scene Portrait, Children, etc Movies Adding Special Effects ➞ USING BEST SHOT . .
QUICK START BASICS First, charge the battery (page 37) ■ Loading the Battery into the Camera 3. Close the battery cover. 1. Open the battery cover. While pressing lightly on the cover, slide it in the direction indicated by the arrow to open. 2. Load the battery into the camera.
■ Using the USB Cradle to Charge 1. Plug the USB cradle into a household power outlet. AC adaptor AC power cord 2. Place the camera onto the USB cradle. [CHARGE] lamp Red: Charging Green: Charged (Full) • It takes about two hours to achieve a full charge.
Configuring Display Language, Date, and Time Settings (pages 192, 196) 1. Press [ON/OFF] to turn on the camera. [ON/OFF] (Power) 2. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to select the language you want and then press [SET]. 3. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to select the area where you will use the camera and then press [SET]. [ ] [ ] [BS] [ ] 4. Use [S] and [T] to select the city where you will use the camera and then press [SET]. [ ] 5.
6. Use [S] and [T] to select the date format and then press [SET]. Example: December 19, 2006 To display the date like this: Select this option: 06/12/19 YY/MM/DD 19/12/06 DD/MM/YY 12/19/06 MM/DD/YY 7. Set the date and the time. Use [W] and [X] to select the setting you want (year, month, day, hour, minute) and then use [S] and [T] to change the setting. To switch between 12-hour and 24-hour format, press [BS]. 8. When all the settings are the way you want, press [SET]. 9.
Using a Memory Card (page 46) ■ Loading a Memory Card into the Camera 2. Load a memory card into the camera. When a memory card is loaded, the camera stores images you shoot on the card. MEMORY CARD NOTE • Though the camera has built-in memory, using a memory card provides additional capacity you can use to store more images, high-quality and large-size images, and longer movies. • The camera will store images in its built-in memory if there is no memory card loaded.
■ Formatting a Memory Card 5. Press [S] to select “Format” and then press [SET]. Before you can use a memory card with your camera, you must format it. • To cancel formatting, select “Cancel” and then press [SET]. Wait until the “Busy... Please wait...” message disappears from the monitor screen before doing anything else. IMPORTANT! • Formatting a memory card that already has snapshots or other files on it, will delete its contents. Normally you do not need to format a memory card again.
Shooting a Snapshot (page 63) 1. Press [ Auto icon This enters the REC mode and displays “ on the monitor screen. Operation Lamp 62 2 N [ ] to turn on the camera. ” (Auto icon) 2. Point the camera at the subject. ] (REC) 3. While taking care to keep the camera still, half- AF ISO press the shutter button. Shutter Button AWB EV When the image is in focus, the camera will beep, the operation lamp will light green, and the focus frame will turn green. 15:37 4.
Snapshot Image Size and Image Quality How do I half-press the shutter button? Your camera lets you select from among various image size and quality settings. Note that image size and quality settings affect how many images can be stored in memory. • You can change the image size and quality settings as required to shoot a smaller or lower-resolution image for attachment to an e-mail message, for publishing on a website, etc.
Viewing Snapshots (page 142) [ ] (PLAY) [W][X] 1. Press [ ] to enter the PLAY mode. If there are multiple images in memory, use [W] and [X] to scroll through them. ■ To return to the REC mode Press [ ].
Shooting a Movie (page 89) 2. Press [ Movie Icon “ ” (movie icon) remains on the monitor screen while movie recording is in progress. • Audio is also recorded during movie recording. Remaining Recording Time 3. Press [ [ ] to start shooting the movie. ] again to stop recording. ] (REC) Movie Image Quality [ Your camera lets you select from among five image quality settings (HQ, HQ Wide, Normal, Normal Wide, LP) for movies.
Viewing a Movie (page 144) 1. Press [ The film-like frame that appears on the monitor screen indicates that this is an image from a movie. “ ] to enter the PLAY mode. 2. Use [W] and [X] to select the movie you want to play. ” Movie icon When scrolling through images, a movie is displayed on the monitor screen by showing its first frame. [ 3. Press [SET] to start playback. ] (PLAY) The monitor screen will return to the image selection screen in step 2 after the end of the movie is reached.
Deleting a File (page 186) 1. Press [ You can use the following procedure to delete files you have transferred to your computer’s hard disk, images you have printed, or files you simply no longer need. This frees up memory for recording more images. [ ]. 2. Press [T] ( ). 3. Use [W] and [X] to select the snapshot or movie you want to delete. ] (PLAY) 4. Press [S] to select “Delete”. • To cancel the delete operation, select “Cancel”. [S] 5. Press [SET]. This deletes the selected snapshot or movie.
INTRODUCTION ■ Direct Mode Power On Features ■ BEST SHOT for beautiful shots simply by selecting a sample image built into the camera Simply select the scene that is similar to what you want to shoot (Night Scene Portrait, Flower, etc.), for instant camera setups. A dedicated [BS] button gives you direct access to the BEST SHOT library of sample scenes. To view images, press [ ] to power up in the PLAY mode. Example: Select for skillful shots of a fast-moving pet.
■ High-quality (MPEG-4) movie recording ■ Powerful Print Features • Short Movie for shooting a short movie starting a few seconds before [ ] is pressed and a few seconds after it is pressed (page 92) • Past Movie for shooting a movie that includes scenes a few seconds before [ ] is pressed (page 95) • Normal movie recording (page 90) • Snapshot recording, even while a movie is being recorded (page 97) • MOTION PRINT for printing of a movie scene as a single image (page 171) • DPOF feature for easy specif
■ Document transfer to the camera Read this first! • Bundled Photo Transport software (page 232) lets you transfer images saved on your computer or displayed on your computer screen (website data, maps, etc.) to your camera. • Bundled CASIO DATA TRANSPORT software lets you transfer documents from your computer to the camera and take it along with you (page 254). ■ LCD Panel The liquid crystal panel of the monitor screen uses highprecision technology that provides a pixel yield in excess of 99.99%.
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• Note that the example screens and product illustrations shown in this manual may differ somewhat by the screens and configuration of the actual camera. • The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice. • The content of this manual has been checked at each step of the production process. Please contact us if you notice anything that is questionable, erroneous, etc. • Any copying of the contents of this manual, either in part or its entirety, is forbidden.
■ Directly Viewing the Sun or Bright Light Precautions during Use • Never look at the sun or any other bright light through the cameras viewfinder. Doing so can damage your eyesight. ■ Take test shots before shooting the final shot. ■ Flash • Before shooting your final image, shoot a test shot to ensure that the camera is recording correctly. • Never use the flash unit in areas where flammable or explosive gas may be present. Such conditions create the risk of fire and explosion.
■ Display Panel ■ Transport • Do not apply strong pressure to the LCD panel surface or subject it to strong impact. Doing so can cause the display panel glass to crack. • Should the display panel ever become cracked, never touch any of the liquid inside the panel. Doing so creates the risk of skin inflammation. • Should display panel liquid ever get into your mouth, immediately rinse your mouth out and contact your physician.
■ Water and Foreign Matter ■ Dropping and Rough Treatment • Water, other liquids, or foreign matter (especially metal) getting inside the camera creates the risk of fire and electric shock. Immediately perform the following steps whenever any of the above symptoms are present. Particular care is required when using the camera where it is raining or snowing, near the ocean or other body of water, or in a bathroom. 1. Turn off the camera. 2.
■ Disassembly and Modification ■ Backing Up Important Data • Never try to take the camera apart or modify it in any way. Doing so creates the risk of electric shock, burn injury, and other personal injury. Be sure to leave all internal inspection, maintenance, and repair up to your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. • Always keep backup copies of important data in camera memory by transferring it to a computer or other storage device.
• This battery is intended for use with a CASIO Digital Camera only. Use with any other device creates the risk of the battery damage, or deterioration of battery performance and service life. • Failure to observe any of the following precautions creates the risk of battery overheating, fire, and explosion. – Never use or leave the battery near open flame. – Do not expose batteries to heat or fire. – Make sure the battery is oriented correctly when it is connected to the charger unit.
■ AC Adaptor • Be sure to read the user documentation that comes with the camera and special charger unit before using or charging the battery. • If a 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 battery correctly. • Should fluid from a battery accidentally get onto clothing or your skin, immediately rinse it off with clean tap water.
■ USB Cradle and AC Adaptor Precautions • Never touch the AC adaptor while your hands are wet. Doing so creates the risk of electric shock. • Misuse of the AC adaptor creates the risk of fire and electric shock. Make sure you observe the following precautions when using the AC adaptor. – Never locate the power cord near a stove or other heating device. – When unplugging from the wall outlet, grasp the plug on the AC adaptor power cord. Never pull on the power cord.
C ■ Battery Life ■ Data Error Precautions • Battery continuous operation times provided in this manual represent the approximate amount of time before the camera turns off due to low battery power when being powered by the special battery under normal temperature (23°C (73°F)). They do not guarantee that you will be able to achieve the indicated level of operation. Actual battery life is greatly affected by ambient temperature, battery storage conditions, the amount of time spent in storage, etc.
■ Operating Environment ■ Power Supply • The operating temperature range of the camera is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). • Do not place the camera in any of the following locations.
■ Caring for your camera • Fingerprints, dirt, and other foreign matter on the lens surface can interfere with proper operation of the camera. Avoid touching the lens surface. To clean the lens surface, use a blower to blow off dust or foreign matter and then wipe with a soft, dry cloth. • Fingerprints, dirt, and other foreign matter on the flash can interfere with proper operation of the camera. Avoid touching the flash. If the flash becomes dirty, wipe it clean with a soft, dry cloth.
GETTING READY 2. Load the battery into the camera. Charging the Battery With the EXILIM logo on the battery facing upwards (in the direction of the monitor screen), hold the stopper in the direction indicated by the arrow as you slide the battery into the camera. Press the battery in until the stopper secures it in place. Your camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-20). IMPORTANT! • Use of any type of battery other than NP-20 is not supported. To load the battery 1.
3. Close the battery cover. To charge the battery Swing the battery cover closed, and then slide it securely into place as you press it against the camera. 1. Plug the USB cradle into a household power outlet. USB Cradle [DC IN 5.3V] The battery is not fully charged when you use the camera for the first time after purchasing it. Use the following procedure to charge it. AC Adaptor AC power cord 2. Make sure the camera is turned off.
3. With the camera positioned so the monitor When charging is complete screen is facing towards you as shown in the illustration, place it onto the USB cradle. The [CHARGE] lamp, which was lit red during charging, changes to green. Remove the camera from the USB cradle and unplug the AC power cord from the power outlet. The [CHARGE] lamp lights red and charging starts. • It takes about two hours to achieve a full charge.
If the [CHARGE] lamp flashes red IMPORTANT! This indicates that the camera or battery is faulty, or that the battery is loaded in the camera incorrectly. Remove the battery from the camera and check if its contacts are dirty. If they are, wipe them off with a dry cloth and then reload the battery into the camera. After confirming that the AC adaptor is plugged into the power outlet and the USB cradle, set the camera on the cradle again.
■ Checking Remaining Battery Power IMPORTANT! As battery power is consumed, a battery indicator on the monitor screen indicates remaining power as shown below. Remaining Power High • Due to differences in the power requirements of each mode, the battery indicator may show a lower level in the PLAY mode than what it shows in a REC mode. This is normal, and does not indicate malfunction.
Replacing the Battery Battery Precautions 1. Open the battery cover. ■ Precautions during Use 2. With the camera oriented with its monitor • Operation provided by a battery under cold conditions is always less than operation under normal temperatures. This is due to the characteristics of the battery, not the camera. • Charge the battery in an area where the temperature is within the range of 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F).
■ Storage Precautions Turning Power On and Off • Though a rechargeable lithium ion battery provides high capacity in a compact configuration, long-term storage while charged can cause it to deteriorate. – If you do not plan to use a battery for some time, fully use up its charge before storing it. – Always remove the battery from the camera when you are not using it. Leaving a battery in the camera can cause it to discharge and go dead, which will require longer charging when you need to use the camera.
■ Turning Power Off IMPORTANT! Press [ON/OFF] (Power). • Pressing [ON/OFF] or [ ] (REC) to turn on power also causes the lens to extend. Take care there is nothing pressing against or hitting the lens. Holding the lens with your hand so it cannot extend creates the risk of malfunction. NOTE • You can configure the camera so power does not turn on when you press [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY). You can also configure the camera to turn off when you press [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY) (page 197).
■ Battery Power Conservation Features Turning On Power for the First Time The camera is equipped with two features for conserving battery power, as described below. The first time you load a battery into the camera, a screen appears for configuring screen text language, date, and time settings. Use the procedure under “Configuring Display Language, Date, and Time Settings” (page 12) to configure the settings correctly.
4. Use [S] and [T] to select the sleep or Auto Using a Memory Card Power Off trigger time and then press [SET]. You can store images you shoot with the camera on a memory card. It is up to you to purchase a commercially available memory card. In addition to memory card storage, the camera also has built-in memory, which is enough to hold a few snapshots or a short movie. Use built-in memory for test purposes, emergency use, etc. Selecting “Off” for the sleep setting disables the sleep feature.
Supported Memory Cards IMPORTANT! Your camera supports use of SD, SDHC, MMC (MultiMediaCard), or MMCplus (MultiMediaCardplus) memory cards. • See the instructions that come with the memory card for information about how to use it. • Certain types of cards can slow down processing speeds. If you are using a slow memory card, you may not be able to record a movie using the “HQ” or “HQ Wide” image quality setting.
• Electrostatic charge, electrical noise, and other phenomena can cause data to become corrupted or even lost. Make sure that you always back up important data on other media (CD-R, CD-RW, MO disk, hard disk, etc.). Loading a Memory Card into the Camera IMPORTANT! • Make sure you always turn off the camera before loading or removing a memory card. • Be sure to orient the card correctly when loading it. Never try to force a memory card into the slot when you feel resistance. 1. Open the battery cover.
2. Load a memory card into the camera. Replacing the Memory Card Positioning the memory card so its front is facing upwards (towards the monitor screen side of the camera), slide it into the card slot all the way in until you hear it click securely into place. 1. Remove the memory card from the camera. Press the memory card and then release it, so it comes part way out. Pull the card out the rest of the way by hand. MEMORY CARD Y ORD MEM CAR Y ORD ME M CAR Front Back 2. Load the other memory card.
Formatting a Memory Card IMPORTANT! • Never insert anything besides an SD memory card, SDHC memory card, MMC (MultiMediaCard), or MMCplus (MultiMediaCardplus) into the memory card slot. Doing so can lead to malfunction. • Should water or any foreign object ever get into the card slot, immediately turn off the camera, remove the battery, and contact your retailer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. • Never remove a card from the camera while the operation lamp is flashing green.
■ Memory Card Precautions 1. Load the memory card you want to format into the camera. • If a memory card starts to behave abnormally, you can restore normal operation by reformatting it. However, it is recommended that you always take along more than one memory card whenever using the camera far away from the home or office. • If you experience problems while trying to playback recorded images, try re-formatting the memory card.
Menu Screen Operation Buttons Using On-screen Menus [W] [X] The following are menu operations you will need to use to configure camera settings. Take a few moments to become familiar with them. • See “Menu Reference” on page 267 for information about menu contents. Example Menu Screen [S] [T] [SET] [MENU] Select tabs. [X] is also used to apply a setting. Select a setting option. Applies the selected settings. Exits the menu screen. The following is the procedure for menu operations in the REC mode.
3. Use [S] and [T] to Configuring Monitor Screen Settings select the item you want to configure and then press [X]. You can use the display menu to configure various monitor screen settings. • See “Display Menu Reference” on page 271 for information about display menu contents. Example: Select “Continuous” and then press [X]. Example Display Menu Screen • Menu contents are different in the REC mode and PLAY mode. This screen shows the REC mode menu. 4. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want.
Selecting a Screen Layout (Layout) The following is the procedure for menu operations in the REC mode. The contents of the layout setting menu depend on whether the camera is in the REC mode or the PLAY mode. 1. In the REC mode, press [DISP]. This will display the display menu screen. ■ REC Mode Screen Layout 2. Use [W] and [X] to select the setting you want. For the REC mode, the screen layout settings let you select the layout of icons. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want.
3. Use [W] and [X] to change the setting. Layout Type Description Normal • If you want to configure other settings, repeat steps 2 and 3. With this option, the image being composed completely fills the monitor screen. This setting is best when you want to display the subject on a large 16:9 aspect ratio monitor screen (page 68). Icons are superimposed on the displayed image. 4. After all the settings are the way you want, press [SET].
■ PLAY Mode Screen Layout Layout Type Description Wide With this setting, the display image is the maximum possible size that allows the entire image to be displayed horizontally. With some aspect ratios, the top and bottom of the image will be cut off. The PLAY mode screen layout settings let you select how display images are shown on the monitor screen. Layout Type Description Normal With this setting, 100% of the display image is always visible.
Turning Display Information On and Off (Info.) REC Mode (Layout: Panel (Operation Panel)) Show +Histogram With “Info.” you can turn display information on and off. You can configure separate settings for the REC mode and PLAY mode. Display Information Description Setting Show Turns on display of camera setting and other information. +Histogram Turns on display of camera setting and other indicators, along with a histogram (page 132). Hide Turns off display of all information.
REC Mode (Layout: Normal) Show PLAY mode Show +Histogram Hide +Histogram Hide 58 GETTING READY
Adjusting Monitor Screen Brightness (Brightness) Brightness Description Setting You can use the “Brightness” setting to adjust the brightness of the monitor screen. This setting is the same in the REC mode and PLAY mode. Brightness Description Setting Auto With this setting, the camera detects available light levels and automatically adjusts the brightness of the monitor screen accordingly. This is the setting you should normally use.
Adjusting Monitor Screen Image Quality (Type) Quality Setting Description You can use the “Type” setting to adjust the quality of the monitor screen image. This setting is the same in the REC mode and PLAY mode. Night This setting provides a clearer screen image when shooting under dark conditions, and comes in handy when recording at night with a tripod. Power Saving Consumes slightly less power than the other settings, and extends battery life.
PLAY mode If you lose your way... Perform one of the following operations if you find that you have gotten lost while performing button operations during recording or playback. REC mode Current Screen To return to the normal snapshot or movie recording screen, press: Menu screen [MENU] or [ Display Menu screen [DISP] or [ BEST SHOT screen [BS] or [ “There are no files.” screen Press [ ]. PLAY mode screen Press [ ].
Using the Camera on a Trip Extra Batteries Taking along extra fully charged batteries (NP-20) is recommended while on a trip in order to avoid not being able to shoot images due to the battery going dead. Using the Camera in another Country Note the following precautions. • The bundled AC adaptor is designed for operation with any power supply in the range of 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. This means the AC adaptor can be used in various countries around the world.
SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT Holding the Camera Correctly IMPORTANT! • Take care that your fingers and the strap do not cover any of the areas indicated in the illustration. Holding the camera with one hand can result in accidental hand movement. Hold the camera securely with both hands when shooting snapshots. • To protect against accidentally dropping the camera, attach the wrist strap and make sure it is around your fingers or wrist while you are operating the camera.
Shooting a Snapshot NOTE • Good-looking images are impossible if you move the camera when you press the shutter button or while the Auto Focus operation is being performed. Holding the camera correctly, carefully press the shutter button and take care that you do not move the camera as the shutter releases. This is especially important when available lighting is low, which slows down the shutter speed. 1. Press [ ] (REC) to enter the REC mode. Confirm that the subject (people, scenery, etc.
2. Focus the image. 3. Shoot the image. While the focus frame is aligned with the subject, half-press the shutter button. Auto Focus will focus the image automatically, and the focus frame and operation lamp will turn green. The shutter speed, aperture, and ISO sensitivity also will be set automatically. When the image is focused, press the shutter button the rest of the way. Operation Lamp Shutter Button This will shoot the snapshot and save it to the memory card or the camera’s built-in memory.
If the image does not focus... NOTE If the focus frame stays red and the operation lamp is flashing, it means that the image is not in focus (because the subject is too close, etc.). Point the camera at the subject and try to focus again. • The aperture value indicates the size of the opening that lets light into the camera. A larger aperture value indicates a smaller opening. The camera adjusts this setting automatically.
■ Using Quick Shutter Specifying Image Size Pressing the shutter button all the way down without waiting at the halfway point shoots the image using Quick Shutter (page 118). Quick Shutter lets you record right away, so you don’t miss those special moments waiting for Auto Focus. • Quick Shutter focuses much quicker than normal Auto Focus. It comes in handy when shooting a fast-moving subject.
• Selecting 3:2 (3072 × 2048 pixels) records images with an aspect ratio of 3:2, which matches the standard aspect ratio (3:2) of print paper. • VGA (640 × 480 pixels) is the optimum size when attaching images to e-mail. • Print paper sizes should be thought of as rough estimates only (200 dpi print resolution). • The letters “HDTV” stand for “High Definition Television”. An HDTV screen has an aspect ratio of 16:9, which makes them wider than the usual 4:3 aspect ratio of television screens of the past.
Specifying Image Quality NOTE • The “Fine” setting helps to bring out details when shooting a finely detailed image of nature that includes dense tree branches or leaves, or an image of a complex pattern. Your camera lets you select “Fine” (maximum image quality), “Normal”, or “Economy” (maximum memory economy) for the image quality setting. The initial setting is “Normal”.
Turning Off the AF Assist Lamp 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. The AF assist lamp emits light that helps the camera focus when you half-press the shutter button under dark lighting conditions. The AF assist lamp does not light when lighting is bright. The initial factory default AF Assist/Self-timer Lamp setting is AF assist lamp on. Turning off the AF assist lamp using the following procedure is recommended when shooting the image of a nearby person. 2.
■ Monitor Screen when Shooting Snapshots Snapshot Shooting Precautions • The image that appears on the monitor screen is for image composition. The actual image will be recorded at the quality set for the image quality setting. • Subject brightness conditions can cause monitor screen response to slow and can cause digital noise in the monitor screen image. • Shooting a very bright subject can cause a vertical band to appear in the monitor screen image. This does not indicate malfunction.
Auto Focus Restrictions Shooting with Zoom • Proper focus may not be possible when shooting the following types of subjects.
2. Press the zoom button to change the zoom NOTE factor. To do this: Press this side of the zoom button: Enlarge the subject and narrow the range [ ] (telephoto) Reduce the size of the subject and broaden the range [ ] (wide angle) • Performing a zoom operation changes the lens aperture. • Use of a tripod is recommended to protect against hand movement when using the telephoto setting (zoom in). • Optical zoom is disabled while shooting a movie.
■ Optical Zoom and Digital Zoom Switch Point Undeteriorated Image Quality Range If you hold down the [ ] side of the zoom button in step 2 of the above procedure, the zoom operation will stop when the optical zoom factor reaches its maximum. Momentarily releasing the zoom button and then holding down its [ ] side will switch to digital zoom, which you can use to set an even higher zoom factor. • When the zoom pointer moves past the maximum limit of optical zoom.
■ Turning Off Digital Zoom IMPORTANT! You can turn off digital zoom if you want to use optical zoom only. This will help to avoid deteriorated images due to accidentally switching over from optical zoom to digital zoom when shooting snapshots. • Digital zoom is not supported while “Timestamp” (page 131) is turned on. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “REC” tab, select “Digital Zoom” and then press [X]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select “Off” and then press [SET].
Approximate Flash Range (ISO Sensitivity: Auto) Using Flash Wide Angle : 0.15 m to 3.9 m (0.5' to 12.8') Telephoto : 0.4 m to 2.0 m (1.3' to 6.6') Perform the following steps to select the flash mode you want to use. • The flash range changes in accordance with optical zoom. Flash Setting Description Auto Flash Flash fires automatically in accordance with exposure (amount of light and brightness) conditions. • Initial factory default setting. Flash Off Flash does not fire.
1. In the REC mode, press [T] ( ) once. IMPORTANT! • When using flash, take Flash care that the flash window is not blocked by your fingers or the camera strap. • When the ISO sensitivity setting is “Auto” (page 126), sensitivity is high and there is increased digital noise when flash is used. Decreasing ISO sensitivity shortens the range of the flash, but is also reduces digital noise. Flash Mode [T] ( ) 2. Use [W] and [X] to select the flash setting you want and then press [SET]. 3.
Red-eye reduction ■ Checking the Flash Mode Using the flash to shoot 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 fires a pre-flash to cause the irises in the eyes of any people in the image to close, which reduces the chance of red eye.
■ Changing the Flash Intensity ■ Using Flash Assist 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. The subject in an image will look too dark if flash intensity is not enough to reach a subject that is too far away. When this happens, you can use flash assist to supplement the brightness of the subject so it appears as if flash illumination was sufficient. 2. On the “Quality” tab, select “Flash Intensity” and then press [X]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select the flash intensity setting you want and then press [SET].
■ Flash Precautions 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. • The desired effect may not be obtained when the subject is too far away or too close. • Flash charging time depends on operating conditions (battery condition, ambient temperature, etc.) With a fully charged battery, it takes anywhere from a few seconds to 7 seconds. • Shooting with flash turned off when lighting is dim results in a slow shutter speed, which can cause image blur due to hand movement. Secure the camera with a tripod, etc.
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Using the Self-Timer 2. On the “REC” tab, select “Self-timer” and then With the self-timer, pressing the shutter button starts a timer, and the shutter is released and the image is shot after a fixed amount of time. Self-Timer Type 10s 2s press [X]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to Description 10 sec 10-second self-timer 2 sec 2-second self-timer • When shooting under conditions that slow down the shutter speed, you can use this setting to prevent blur due to hand movement.
Using the Self-timer to Shoot an Image NOTE • The image is not shot AF Assist/Self-timer Lamp right away after you press the shutter button. Instead, shooting starts after the preset time elapses. The AF assist/ self-timer lamp flashes while the countdown is being performed. • You can interrupt an ongoing self-timer countdown by fully pressing the shutter button while the self-timer lamp is flashing. C • The indicator “1sec” appears on the monitor screen between Triple Self-timer shots.
Selecting the Continuous Shutter Mode Using Continuous Shutter Your camera has four continuous shutter modes. Continuous Shutter Mode Description Normal Speed (Normal-speed Continuous Shutter) Continually records images until memory becomes full. High Speed (High-speed Continuous Shutter) Record up to three consecutive images at high speed. Flash Cont. (Flash Continuous Shutter) Use this mode to record up to three consecutive images, firing the flash for each one. Z Zoom Cont.
Recording with Normal-speed Continuous Shutter, High-speed Continuous Shutter, and Flash Continuous Shutter Recording with Zoom Continuous Shutter 1. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to move the selection boundary around the image of the subject on the left side of the monitor screen until it is located at the part you want to enlarge, and then press [SET]. 1. Press the shutter button to shoot. • With Normal-speed Continuous Shutter, images continue to be shot as long as you keep the shutter button depressed.
Continuous Shutter Precautions IMPORTANT! • Starting a continuous shutter operation causes the exposure and focus settings to be fixed at the levels for the first image. The same settings are applied to all subsequent images. • Continuous shutter cannot be used in combination with any of the following features. – Some BEST SHOT scenes (Business Cards and Documents, Whiteboard, etc.
• Note that the resolution of images recorded with the highspeed continuous shutter mode or flash continuous shutter mode is somewhat lower resolution and more prone to digital noise than images recorded with the normal-speed continuous shutter mode. • “Auto” ISO sensitivity always is used for the flash continuous shutter mode, regardless of the current ISO sensitivity setting. • With the flash continuous shutter mode, the flash range is narrower than normal.
■ Recording Audio for a Snapshot 3. Press the shutter button again to stop audio recording. 1. Press the shutter Recording will stop automatically after about 30 seconds if you do not press the shutter button. • To turn off the audio snapshot feature, select “Off” in step 3 of the procedure under “Turning on Audio Snapshot”. button to shoot. This monitor screen will show the image you just shot, along with the “ ” icon.
NOTE • After transferring an audio snapshot to your computer’s hard disk, you can play back the audio using Windows Media Player (page 228). • The following shows the formats used for storing audio snapshot data. – Image Data: JPEG (.JPG extension) – Audio Data: WAVE/ADPCM (.WAV extension) – Approximate Audio File Size: 165 KB (30-second recording at 5.5KB per second) • You cannot turn off the monitor screen by pressing [DISP] while audio recording is in progress.
SHOOTING A MOVIE 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Movie Image Quality 2. On the “Quality” tab, select “ Before shooting a movie, you should specify a movie image quality setting. Movie image quality is a standard that determines the detail, smoothness, and clarity of a movie during playback. Shooting with the high-quality (HQ) setting will result in better image quality, but it also shortens the amount of time you can shoot. • Each movie can be up to 10 minutes long.
Movie Size Shooting a Movie The following shows the approximate movie file size for a oneminute movie. Image Quality Approximate Size HQ 28.4 MB HQ Wide 28.4 MB Normal 14.9 MB Normal Wide 14.9 MB LP 5.3 MB Audio is also recorded while you shoot a movie. Audio is monaural. 1. In the REC mode, point the camera at the subject. 2. Press [ ] to start shooting the movie. Remaining Recording Time • “ ” is displayed while movie recording is in progress. 3. Press [ ] again to stop shooting.
Shooting with BEST SHOT Movie Recording Precautions With BEST SHOT (page 98), you select the preset scene that is closest to the one you want to shoot, and the camera sets up for it automatically. Selecting the “Night Scene” BEST SHOT scene, for example, sets the camera to shoot bright, clear images at night. • You cannot use flash while shooting a movie. • The camera also records audio. Note the following points when shooting a movie. – Take care that the microphone is not blocked by your fingers, etc.
• You can perform digital zoom while shooting a movie by pressing [ ]. Optical zoom is not available while shooting a movie. To use optical zoom for a movie, use [ ] to zoom as required first and then press [ ] to start recording. • The effects of camera movement in an image become more pronounced when you shoot close up or a large zoom factor. Because of this, use of a tripod is recommended under these conditions.
■ Getting Ready to Shoot with Short Movie 4. Use [S] and [T] to select how long (in seconds) you want the first part of the Short Move to be and then press [X]. 1. In the REC mode, press [BS]. 2. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to select the “Short Movie” scene and then press [SET]. Past part length Future part length 5. Use [S] and [T] to This causes “ ” to appear on the monitor screen. Pressing [ ] at this point will shoot a Short Movie with a 4[BS] second first part and a 4-second second part.
■ Shooting a Short Movie 6. Use [W] and [X] to select the MOTION PRINT setting you want and then press [SET]. To do this: Create a snapshot with nine movie frames, with the one recorded when [ ] is pressed in the center 1. With the camera pointed at the subject, press Select this setting: [ 9 frames This will shoot a Short Movie of the length you specified and then stop shooting automatically. To stop shooting before the specified time is up, press [ ] again. ].
To return to the REC mode Using Past Movie After Short Movie recording is complete, the camera stands by for shooting of another Short Movie. To exit Short Movie recording, press [BS], select something other than “Short Movie” and then press [SET]. If you want to set the camera up for normal snapshot shooting, for example, select “Auto” and then press [SET].
■ Getting Ready to Shoot with Past Movie ■ Shooting a Past Movie 1. In the REC mode, press 1. With the camera pointed at the subject, press [BS]. [ ]. 2. Press [ ] again to stop shooting. Movie recording also will stop automatically if memory becomes full before you press [ ]. To return to the REC mode After Past Movie recording is complete, the camera stands by for shooting of another Past Movie.
Shooting a Snapshot while Shooting a Movie (Snapshot-In-Movie) IMPORTANT! • Shooting a snapshot while shooting a movie is not supported while any one of the following BEST SHOT scenes is selected. Short Movie, Past Movie, Business cards and documents, White board, etc., Voice Recording. You can shoot a snapshot while normal movie recording is in progress. Note, however, that movie recording (image and audio) is interrupted for a few seconds while the snapshot is recorded.
USING BEST SHOT ■ Selecting a Sample Scene With BEST SHOT, you simply select the sample scene that is like the one you are trying to shoot, and the camera sets up automatically. Even difficult backlight scenes (which result in the main subject being too dark if set up improperly) come out looking great! 1. In the REC mode, This enters the BEST SHOT mode and displays a screen showing thumbnails of 15 sample scenes. • The currently selected sample scene is the one with the red boundary around it.
2. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to move the 3. Press [SET] to apply the settings of the boundary to select the scene you want to select. selected scene and return to the recording screen. • Pressing [S] or [T] while the red boundary is at the edge of the screen will scroll to the next screen of BEST SHOT scenes. • Pressing the zoom button will display text that explains the settings configured by the selected scene. Press the zoom button again to return to the scene selection screen.
BEST SHOT Scene Limitations IMPORTANT! • Business cards and documents, White board, etc., and Old Photo. These scenes cannot be used to shoot a movie. • Short Movie, Past Movie These scenes cannot be used to shoot a snapshot. • Voice Recording These scenes cannot be used to shoot a snapshot or movie. • Night Scene, Fireworks These scenes use slow shutter speeds.
Displaying Detailed Information about a BEST SHOT Scene NOTE • If you select a scene by pressing [SET] while the description screen is displayed, the same description scene will appear the next time you press [BS] to view BEST SHOT sample scenes. Though the name of each BEST SHOT scene is displayed as you move the selection boundary around the 15-scene selection screen, there may be times when you need more information about a scene’s setup.
■ Creating Your Own BEST SHOT Scenes IMPORTANT! You can use the procedure below to save the setups of snapshots or movies that you shot as BEST SHOT scenes. After that, you can recall a setup whenever you want to use it. • Formatting the camera’s built-in memory (page 199) deletes all the user BEST SHOT scene files. 1. In the REC mode, press [BS]. NOTE • Registering a snapshot creates a snapshot setup, while registering a movie creates a movie setup.
• The following are the settings that are included in a user movie scene: Focus, EV Shift, White Balance, Filter, Sharpness, Saturation, Contrast • You can store up to 999 BEST SHOT user scenes. • User snapshot scenes are stored in camera built-in memory in the folder named “SCENE” (page 251). Deleting a BEST SHOT User Scene Perform the following steps when you want to delete a BEST SHOT user scene. 1. In the REC mode, press [BS]. 2. Press the zoom button to display its explanation screen. 3.
■ Turning on Anti Shake Using the Menu Reducing the Effects of Hand and Subject Movement 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. You can turn on the camera’s Anti Shake feature to reduce image blur due to subject movement or hand movement when shooting a moving subject using telephoto, when shooting a fast-moving subject, or when shooting under dim lighting conditions. You can turn on Anti Shake using BEST SHOT or by performing a menu operation. 2. On the “REC” tab, select “Anti Shake” and then press [X]. 3.
Taking Bright Images without Flash IMPORTANT! • Anti Shake will not work unless the ISO setting (page 126) is set to “Auto”. • Shooting with Anti Shake can cause an image to appear somewhat coarser than normal and can cause slight deterioration of image resolution. • Anti Shake may not be able to eliminate the effects of hand or subject movement when movement is severe. • You can also use Anti Shake to reduce the effects of hand movement only while recording a movie.
Shooting Images of Business Cards and Documents (Business Shot) IMPORTANT! • Shooting with High Sensitivity can cause an image to appear somewhat coarser than normal and can cause slight deterioration of image resolution. • The desirable level of image brightness may not be possible under very dark conditions. • When shooting with slow shutter speeds, use a tripod to protect against the effects of hand movement.
■ Shooting an Image Using a Business Shot Scene BEST SHOT has two Business Shot scenes from which to choose. • Business cards and documents • White board, etc. 1. After selecting either of the BEST SHOT Business Shot scenes, compose the image and press the shutter button to shoot. This displays a screen that shows all of the rectangular shapes in the image that qualify as candidates for keystone correction. A red boundary will surround the currently selected correction candidate.
2. Use [W] and [X] to select the candidate you IMPORTANT! want to use for correction. • Make sure the entire object you are trying to shoot (correct) is enclosed within the monitor screen. The camera will not be able to detect the shape of the object correctly unless it is enclosed entirely within the monitor screen. • Correction will not be possible if the subject is the same color as its background. Make sure the object is against a background that allows its outline to stand out.
Restoring an Old Photograph NOTE • When the camera is at an angle to the photograph you are recording, the shape of the photograph may appear distorted in the recorded image. Auto keystone correction corrects for this distortion, which means that a photograph appears normal even if you record it at an angle. With Old Photo, you can record the image of an old, faded photograph and then use the camera’s built-in advanced digital camera technology to restore it.
■ Recording an Image with Old Photo 3. Use [S] and [T] to select “Trim” and then press [SET]. 1. Press the shutter button to shoot the image. This displays a cropping boundary on the monitor screen. • To cancel the correction operation, select “Cancel”. • This displays a photograph contour confirmation screen and then saves the original recorded image.
5. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to move the IMPORTANT! cropping boundary to the location you want and then press [SET]. • Digital zoom is disabled while recording with Old Photo. However, you can use optical zoom. • When recording the image of a photograph, the camera will not be able to recognize the shape of the photograph in the following cases.
ADVANCED SETTINGS Changing the Focus Mode Your camera provides you with the five focus modes described below. The initial factory default focus mode is Auto Focus. C Focus Mode Description Focus Range Auto Focus Automatic focus when the shutter button is half-pressed. Auto adjustment (Approximately 40 cm to Macro (Close-up) Automatic focus for distances that are closer than those for Auto Focus. Used for close-up shooting. Auto adjustment (15 cm to 50 cm (5.9" to 19.
Perform the following steps to change the focus mode. Using Auto Focus 1. In the REC mode, press 1. Align the monitor screen’s focus frame with [T] ( ) twice. the subject you want to focus and then halfpress the shutter button. 2. Use [W] and [X] to This camera will perform the focus operation. You can tell if the image is in focus by checking the operation lamp and the focus frame color. select the focus mode setting you want and then press [SET].
2. When the image is focused, press the shutter Using Macro Focus button the rest of the way to shoot. 1. Half-press the shutter button to focus the IMPORTANT! image. • Auto Focus and Macro Focus become fixed focus while shooting a movie. The focus operation is the same as that for Auto Focus. 2. When the image is focused, press the shutter button the rest of the way to shoot.
NOTE • When Macro Focus cannot focus properly because the subject is too far away, the camera will switch to the Auto Focus range automatically (Auto Macro). • Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation while shooting with Macro Focus, values will appear on the monitor screen as shown below to tell you the focus range. Example: cm – cm * will be replaced by the actual focus range values.
Auto Focus and Macro Focus Shooting Tips NOTE Changing the Auto Focus Area Use the following procedure to change the metering area used for Auto Focus (AF). 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “REC” tab, select “AF Area” and then press • When you select “ Multi” as the focus area, nine focus frames appear on the monitor screen. The camera will automatically determine the optimum focus frame(s), which will change to green on the monitor screen. Spot Multi [X]. 3.
3. When the image is focused, press the shutter Using Focus Lock “Focus lock” is the name of a technique you can use when you want to shoot an image in which the subject to be focused on is not within the focus frame in the center of the screen. • Use focus lock with “ Spot” focus. 1. Align the monitor screen’s focus frame with the subject you want to focus on and then half-press the shutter button. button the rest of the way to shoot. NOTE • Focus lock also causes exposure (AE) to be locked.
Using Fixed Focus (Pan Focus) Quick Shutter Pan Focus (PF) fixes focus for a relatively wide focus range, which means you can shoot without waiting for the Auto Focus operation to finish. When Quick Shutter is turned on, the camera immediately shoots the image without waiting for Auto Focus to be performed when you press the shutter release all the way down. This helps to avoid missing a special moment while you wait for the camera to Auto Focus. 1.
Using Infinity Focus Using Manual Focus As its name suggests, Infinity Focus fixes focus at infinity ( ). Use this mode when shooting scenery and other faraway subjects. Infinity Focus also comes in handy when shooting from a car or train window, or when shooting scenery or other subjects that are difficult to focus properly with Auto Focus. With Manual Focus, the camera automatically enlarges the subject on the monitor screen, which helps you manually adjust focus.
2. Use [W] and [X] to focus the image, as you NOTE view the results on the monitor screen. • Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation (page 72) while shooting with manual focus, a value will appear on the monitor screen as shown below to tell you the focusing range. Example: MF cm – * will be replaced by the actual focus range values. At this time the image that is within the boundary will enlarge and fill the monitor screen, which aids in focusing.
3. Use [S] and [T] to adjust the exposure Correcting Image Brightness (EV Shift) compensation value. [S]: Increases the EV value. A higher EV value is best used for light-colored subjects and backlit subjects. * Increasing the EV value also works well with the BEST SHOT “Backlight” scene. You can manually adjust an image’s exposure value (EV value) before shooting it.
4. After the EV value is NOTE the way you want, press [SET] to apply it. • You can also use the Panel (Operation Panel) (page 54) to change the EV shift setting. • Performing an EV shift operation while using multi-pattern metering will cause the metering mode to switch automatically to center weighted metering. The metering mode will return to multi-pattern metering when you change the exposure compensation value to 0.0 (page 127).
Controlling White Balance To do this: Shooting on a cloudy day can give your subject a blue cast, while shooting under white fluorescent lighting can give your subject a green cast. White balance corrects for different types of lighting so the colors in your images always look natural. Select this setting: Let the camera adjust white balance automatically Auto Shoot outdoors on a clear day Daylight 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Shoot outdoors on an overcast rainy day, in the shade, etc.
■ Configuring the White Balance Setting Manually NOTE • You can also use the Panel (Operation Panel) (page 54) to change the white balance setting. • When “Auto” is selected for the white balance setting, the camera automatically determines the white point of the subject. Certain subject colors and light source conditions can cause problems when the camera tries to determine the white point, which makes proper white balance adjustment impossible.
4. Under the lighting conditions you plan to use 5. Press [SET] to register the white balance when shooting, point the camera at a blank white piece of paper so it fills the entire monitor screen and then press the shutter button. settings and return to the shooting screen. NOTE • After you adjust white balance manually, the setting remains in effect until you change it or until you turn off the camera.
3. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want Specifying ISO Sensitivity and then press [SET]. ISO sensitivity is a value that expresses sensitivity to light. A larger value indicates higher sensitivity, which is better for shooting when available lighting is dim. If you want to use faster shutter speeds, you should use a higher ISO sensitivity value.
Specifying the Metering Mode IMPORTANT! • Using flash with high ISO sensitivity can cause problems with subjects that close to the camera. • “Auto” ISO sensitivity always is used for movies, regardless of the current ISO sensitivity setting. • You can use the key customization feature to configure the [W] and [X] buttons so they control the ISO sensitivity setting (page 135). The metering mode determines what part of the subject is metered for exposure. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2.
Center Weighted Center weighted metering concentrates on the center of the focus area to measure light. Use this metering method when you want to exert some control over exposure, without leaving settings totally up to the camera. IMPORTANT! • The metering mode will change to “Center Weighted” automatically if you change the EV shift value (page 121) to anything other than 0.0 while “Multi” is selected. The metering mode will change back to “Center Weighted” when the EV shift value is changed back to 0.0.
Using the Camera’s Filter Effects Controlling Image Sharpness The camera’s filter feature lets you add color tints to your images as you shoot them. The color effect look just like what you would get by installing a color filter on the lens of the camera. Use the following procedure to adjust the sharpness of subject outlines in your images. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “Quality” tab, select “Sharpness” and 2.
i Controlling Color Saturation Adjusting Image Contrast Use the following procedure to adjust the saturation of colors in your images. Use the following procedure to adjust the contrast of your images. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “Quality” tab, select “Saturation” and 2. On the “Quality” tab, select “Contrast” and then press [X]. then press [X]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want 3.
Date Stamping Snapshots IMPORTANT! • Once date and time information is stamped in a print, it cannot be edited or deleted. • Use the “Date Style” setting (page 194) to specify the Year/ Month/Day format of the date. • The recording date and time are determined in accordance with the camera’s clock settings (pages 12, 193) when the snapshot is recorded. • Digital zoom is not supported while date stamping is turned on. • Date stamping is not supported for the following types of images.
Using the On-screen Histogram to Check Exposure NOTE • You can use key customization to configure the [W] and [X] buttons so they control the EV shift setting. Then you can perform EV shift while viewing the results on the on-screen histogram (page 135). The on-screen histogram that provides a graphic representation of the current exposure of the image. You can also display the histogram in the PLAY mode for information about the exposure levels of images. Histogram 1.
■ How to Use the Histogram Example Histograms A histogram is a graph that represents the lightness of an image in terms of the number of pixels. The vertical axis indicates the number of pixels, while the horizontal axis indicates lightness. You can use the histogram to determine whether an image includes the shadowing (left side), mid tones (center), and highlighting (right) to bring out sufficient image detail.
A centered histogram indicates that there is good distribution of light pixels and dark pixels. This type of histogram results when the overall image is at optimal lightness, as shown in the nearby image. IMPORTANT! • Note that the above histograms are shown for illustrative purposes only. You may not be able to achieve similar shapes for particular subjects. • A centered histogram does not necessarily guarantee optimum exposure.
Using Key Customize to Assign Functions [W] and [X] Other Useful Recording Functions The following functions are also available in the REC mode to help make your digital image more efficient and enjoyable. • Assign functions to the [W] and [X] keys • Display an on-screen grid for easy image composition • Review an image you just recorded • Register initial power up settings • Reset settings Key Customize lets you assign any one of the five functions listed below to the [W] and [X] keys.
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Displaying an On-screen Grid 2. On the “REC” tab, select “L/R Key”, and then The on-screen grid can be displayed on the REC mode monitor screen for easy alignment when composing images. press [X]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select the function you want to assign and then press [SET]. After you assign a function, you can control its setting using the [W] and [X] keys. Selecting “Off” leaves the [W] and [X] keys with no function assigned. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2.
Displaying the Image You Just Recorded (Image Review) Using Icon Help Icon help displays guidance text about an icon when you select it on the monitor screen while in the REC mode (page 267). • Icon help text is displayed for the following functions: Recording mode, focus mode, metering, flash mode, white balance, self-timer, EV shift.
Using Mode Memory to Configure Power On Default Settings IMPORTANT! • The icons listed below do not appear on the display while icon help is turned off. – Flash mode icon (page 76) – Focus mode icon (page 112) – White balance AWB icon (page 123) – Metering mode icon (page 127) You can configure the camera so it saves certain settings in “mode memory” whenever it is turned off, and restores the settings the next time you turn the camera back on.
4. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want Setting and then press [SET]. Mode Memory On Mode Memory Off To do this: Select this setting: BEST SHOT*1 Save the current setting when the camera turned off, and restore it when the camera is turned back on Exits BEST SHOT when camera is turned off.
*1 “On” restores the selected BEST SHOT scene when the camera is turned back on. “Off” exits BEST SHOT when the camera is turned off. *2 Optical zoom position only. Resetting the Camera to Its Initial Factory Defaults Use the following procedure when you want to return to the camera to its initial factory default settings, which are the ones that are configured when you first purchase the camera. See “Menu Reference” on page 267 for the initial factory default setting for each menu item.
IMPORTANT! • The following are not initialized when you reset the camera (page 269).
VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIES • This will display one of the snapshots in memory, along with some information about the settings used to shoot it (page 266). Viewing a Snapshot Use the following procedure to view snapshots on the camera’s monitor screen. File Type 1. Press [ Folder/File Names ] to enter the PLAY mode.
2. Use [W] and [X] to scroll between images. Listening to the Audio of an Audio Snapshot Press [X] to scroll forward and [W] to scroll back. [X] [X] [W] [W] You can use the following procedure to play the audio of an audio snapshot. An audio snapshot is indicated by the “ ” file type icon. 1. Enter the PLAY mode and then use [W] and [X] to display the audio snapshot whose audio you want to play. NOTE • Holding down [W] or [X] scrolls at high speed.
Audio Playback Controls Viewing a Movie The following are the different operations you can perform while audio is playing. Use the following procedure to view a movie on the camera’s monitor screen. To do this: Do this: Fast forward or fast reverse playback Hold down [X] or [W]. [X] to display the movie you want to play. Pause or restart playback Press [SET]. • Check the file type icon. The file type icon of a movie is “ ” (Movie) icon (page 266). Adjust volume Press [S] or [T].
To switch to the REC mode Press [ ]. Movie Playback Controls To do this: Do this: Fast forward or fast reverse playback. • Each press of either button increases the speed of the fast forward or fast reverse operation up to three steps. Hold down [X] or [W]. To do this: Do this: Zoom in up to 4.5X • While an image is zoomed, you can use [S] [T] [W] and [X] to move around and view the parts of the image that do not fit on the monitor screen. Press the zoom button ( ). Stop playback Press [MENU].
Playing Back a Movie with Anti Shake NOTE • You can press [ ] to turn Anti Shake on and off while the movie is stopped or playing. • You can also use the following procedure to turn Anti Shake on and off. 1. While a movie is playing, press [MENU]. 2. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “ Anti Shake”, and then press [X]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select “On”, and then press [SET]. • When Anti Shake is turned on, the area of the monitor screen used for playback is slightly smaller than normal.
Playing a Slideshow on the Camera Images (Select the files you want to include in the slideshow.) The slideshow feature lets you play the files stored in memory in sequence, automatically. You can configure the slideshow so it plays the files the way you want. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “PLAY” tab, select “Slideshow” and then press [X]. • All images: Includes all snapshots, movies, and audio in memory. • Only: Includes snapshots and audio snapshots only. • Only: Includes movies only.
Effect (Select a special effect.) 4. Use [S] and [T] to select “Start” and then Use [S] and [T] to select the effect you want. • Pattern 1, 2, 3, 4: Applies preset effects in sequence. • Random: Applies preset effects (Pattern 1, 2, 3, 4) in random sequence. • Off: No effect applied. – The “Effect” setting is disabled when “Favorites” is selected for “Images”, or when the “Interval” setting is “MAX”, “1” or “2”. press [SET] to start the slideshow.
■ Playing a Slideshow on the USB Cradle (Photo Stand) IMPORTANT! • All button operations are disabled while the slideshow is switching from one image to another. Wait until an image is stopped on the display before performing a button operation. If a button does not work, wait a bit and try again. You can play a slideshow on the camera while it is mounted on the USB cradle. This is a good way to enjoy a long slideshow, without worrying about the camera’s battery going dead.
2. Press the USB cradle’s To stop a slideshow [PHOTO] button to start the slideshow. Press the USB cradle’s [PHOTO] button. This will turn off the camera. The slideshow is performed in accordance with the settings you configured with the procedure on page 147. The [PHOTO] camera will turn off automatically after the time you specified with the “Time” setting elapses. • You can change the slideshow setting by pressing [MENU] while a slideshow is in progress.
4. Press [ ] to turn on the camera and enter the PLAY mode. Viewing Camera Images on a TV Use the procedure below to view snapshots and movies on a TV screen. • You need to use the USB cradle and the AV cable that comes with the camera to connect to a TV. Pressing [ON/OFF] or [ ] will not turn on the camera. When the camera turns on in the PLAY mode, an image will appear on the TV screen. The camera’s monitor screen will not turn on. 1. Connect the USB cradle to a TV.
• You can use the camera’s USB cradle to connect to a DVD recorder or video deck and record images from the camera. There are various different methods you can use in order to connect to another device when recording images. The following describes one method for connection using the AV cable that comes with the camera. – DVD recorder or video deck: Connect to the VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN terminals.
■ Selecting the Screen Aspect Ratio and Video Output System IMPORTANT! • Select the aspect ratio (4:3 or 16:9) that matches the type of TV you plan to use. You may also need to configure the aspect ratio setting on your TV as well. Incorrect aspect ratio settings on the camera and/or the TV can result in abnormal image display. • Images will not display correctly unless the camera’s video signal output setting matches the video signal system of the TV or other video equipment.
To zoom back out, press the zoom button ( Zooming the Displayed Image Perform the following procedure to zoom the image currently on the monitor screen up to eight times its normal size. 1. In the PLAY mode, and use [W] and [X] to To return to image to normal size display the snapshot you want to zoom. 2. Press the zoom button ( Press [MENU] or [BS]. Zoom Factor IMPORTANT! ). Each press of this button zooms the image more.
Using the 12-image Screen Using the Calendar Screen Use the following procedure to display a calendar, which shows the first image recorded on each date of a particular month. This screen helps to make searching for an image quicker and easier. You can use the procedure below to display a screen that shows 12 images. 1. Press the zoom button ( Selection Boundary ). 1. In the PLAY mode, This displays the 12-image screen with a selection boundary around the last image that was on the monitor screen.
2. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to move the Using Image Roulette selection boundary to the date whose image you want to view and then press [SET]. Image Roulette scrolls through images on the monitor screen, finally stopping randomly at a final image. It puts some fun into image viewing that you can use for game playing, to award prices, for fortunetelling, and just about anything else you can imagine. This will display the first image recorded on that date.
To perform another Image Roulette operation IMPORTANT! Press [W] or [X]. • Image Roulette does not play audio or movie files. • For a rotated snapshot (page 165), the Image Roulette screen shows the unrotated version of the image. • Note that Image Roulette works only with images shot with this camera. Image Roulette may not operate properly when other types of images are in memory. • You can use Image Roulette only when “[ ] and [ ]” are configured for “Power On” or “Power On/Off” (page 197).
EDITING IMAGES 4. Use [S] and [T] to select an image size, and Resizing a Snapshot then press [SET]. You can change the size of a snapshot and save the result as a separate snapshot. The original snapshot is also retained. You can resize a snapshot to any one of the following sizes. Image Size (Pixels) Larger • When you select an image size, it will start to cycle through the following information: Image Size Number of Pixels Print Size .
Cropping a Snapshot IMPORTANT! • Note that you cannot resize the following types of snapshots. – VGA (640 × 480 pixels) and smaller snapshots – Images created using MOTION PRINT – Images recorded with another camera • Resizing a snapshot shot with an aspect ratio of 16:9 or 3:2 will cause the left and right sides of the image to be cut off. The aspect ratio of the resulting image will be 4:3. • Resizing cannot be performed if there is not enough memory to store the resized version of the snapshot.
4. Use the zoom button to zoom, and [S], [T], Keystone Correction [W], and [X] to move around the zoomed image to display the part you want to extract. Use the following procedure to correct the snapshot of a blackboard, document, poster, photograph, or other rectangular object that is out of square because it was recorded at an angle. Performing keystone correction on an image causes a new (corrected) 2M (1600 × 1200 pixels) size image to be stored as a separate file. 5.
4. Use [W] and [X] to IMPORTANT! select the candidate you want to correct. • If the original image is smaller than 2M (1600 × 1200 pixels) size, the new (corrected) version will be the same size as the original one. • Keystone correction cannot be performed on the following types of images. – Movie images – Images created with MOTION PRINT – Images recorded with another camera • The keystone correction operation cannot be performed if there is not enough memory to store the corrected image.
6. Press the zoom button to zoom the cropping Using Color Restoration to Correct the Color of an Old Photograph boundary. • The size of the area you can select with the cropping boundary will depend on the size of the currently displayed image. Color restoration let you correct the old color of a photograph shot with a digital camera. This function is useful for correcting existing old photographs, posters, etc.
IMPORTANT! NOTE • If the original image is smaller than 2M (1600 × 1200 pixels) size, the new (restored) version will be the same size as the original one. • Note that you cannot correct the following types of images. – Movie images and the voice recording file icon – Images created with MOTION PRINT – Images recorded with another camera • The color correct operation cannot be performed if there is not enough memory to store the corrected image.
4. Set the date and the time you want. Editing the Date and Time of an Image Use the procedure in this section to change the date and time of a previously recorded image. This capability comes in handy when the current date and time are wrong due to the following reasons.
Rotating an Image IMPORTANT! • You cannot change the date of the following types of files. – Movies, Voice recordings – Images created with MOTION PRINT • The date and time stamped into an image using the Time Stamp feature cannot be edited (page 131). • You cannot edit the date and time of a image that is protected. Unprotect the image and then edit the date and time. • You can specify any date in the range of January 1, 1980 to December 31, 2049.
Editing a Movie on the Camera IMPORTANT! • You cannot rotate an image that is protected. To rotate a protected snapshot, first remove its protection (page 180). • You may not be able to rotate an image recorded with another camera. • The following images cannot be rotated. – The voice recording file icon – Images created with MOTION PRINT – Zoomed images • The original (unrotated) version of a snapshot’s image will be displayed on the 12-image screen and the calendar screen.
■ Editing with To-Point Cut or From-Point Cut IMPORTANT! • When you edit a movie, only the result is saved. The original movie is not retained. Once you perform an editing operation, you will not be able to undo it. • A movie that is shorter than five seconds cannot be edited. • The movie editing operation is supported only for movies that were recorded with this camera.
4. Use [S] and [T] to select “ 6. When the frame where you want the cut point Cut” (ToPoint Cut) or “ Cut” (From-Point Cut) and then press [SET]. to be is displayed, press [T]. • To cancel movie editing, select “Cancel” and then press [SET]. This will return to the paused movie playback screen. 5. Use the following operations to select the frame (point) from which or to which you want to cut the movie (the cut point).
■ Using Point-To-Point Cut 7. In response to the confirmation message that appears, use [S] and [T] to select “Yes” and then press [SET]. 1. Play back the movie you want to edit. • To cancel movie editing, select “No” instead of “Yes” and then press [SET]. This will return to the paused movie playback screen. • The selected cut operation will take considerable time to complete. Wait until the “Busy... Please wait...
4. Use [S] and [T] to select “ 6. When the frame where you want the first Cut” (Point-To-Point Cut) and then press [SET]. (From) cut point to be is displayed, press [T]. • To cancel movie editing, select “Cancel” and then press [SET]. This will return to the paused movie playback screen. 7. Repeat step 5 to select the frame you want to use as the second (To) cut point. • The part of the movie indicated in red on the displayed indicator bar is the part that will be cut. 5.
8. When the frame where you want the second Creating a Snapshot of a Movie Frame (MOTION PRINT) (To) cut point to be is displayed, press [T]. 9. In response to the confirmation message that MOTION PRINT lets you capture a movie frame and use it to create a snapshot. The snapshot you create can be either of the two formats described below. appears, use [S] and [T] to select “Yes” and then press [SET]. • To cancel movie editing, select “No” instead of “Yes” and then press [SET].
1-frame Snapshot (VGA 640 × 480 pixels) 5. Use [W] and [X] to scroll through the movie This format creates a snapshot using the selected movie frame only. frames and search for the one you want to use as the image of the snapshot. • Holding down [W] or [X] scrolls at high speed. 6. After displaying the movie frame you want, press [SET]. • If you selected “9 frames” in step 4, the camera will create a 9-frame snapshot with the frame you selected in step 6 in the center.
USING AUDIO 3. On the “PLAY” tab, Adding Audio to a Snapshot select “Dubbing” and then press [X]. The dubbing feature of your camera lets you add audio to a snapshot after you shoot it. A snapshot that includes audio (regardless of whether the audio was recorded on the spot or added later) is indicated by the “ ” icon. You can re-record a snapshot’s audio whenever you want. You can record up to about 30 seconds of audio for a snapshot.
■ Re-recording Snapshot Audio 5. Press the shutter button to start audio recording. IMPORTANT! This deletes the previous recording and replaces it with the new one. • Note that you cannot restore the original audio once you delete or re-record the audio of a snapshot. 6. Press the shutter button again to stop audio 1. In the PLAY mode, use [W] and [X] to scroll recording. through images and display the snapshot whose audio you want to re-record.
IMPORTANT! NOTE • Take care that you do not block the camera’s microphone with your fingers while recording. • Good recording results are not possible when the camera is too far away from what you are trying to record. Microphone • You may not be able to record audio if remaining memory capacity is too low. • Adding audio (dubbing) is not possible for the following types of images.
3. Press the shutter Recording Audio Only (Voice Recording) • The operation lamp flashes green while recording is in progress. • You can press [DISP] during recording to turn off the monitor screen. • Pressing [SET] during recording will insert a marker into the recording. During later playback, you will be able to jump to the markers in the recording. Voice Recording lets you record audio only, without a snapshot or movie. Using built-in memory only, you get up to about 18 minutes of Voice Recording.
4. Press the shutter button again to stop audio IMPORTANT! recording and return to the screen in step 3. • Take care that you do not block the camera’s microphone with your fingers while recording. • Good recording results are not possible when the camera is too far away from what you are trying to record. • Recording also will stop automatically if memory becomes full.
■ Playing Back Voice Recording Data Voice Recording Playback Controls 1. Enter the PLAY mode, and then use [W] and The following are the different operations you can perform while a Voice Recording is playing. [X] to display the Voice Recording file you want to play. “ ” is displayed in place of an image for a Voice Recording file. 2. Press [SET] to start playback. 178 To do this: Do this: Fast forward or fast reverse playback. Hold down [X] or [W]. Pause or restart playback Press [SET].
MANAGING YOUR FILES Files and Folders Your camera treats each snapshot, movie, and Voice Recording, as a separate file. You can delete, protect, and copy files as required. Files are grouped in folders that are created automatically by the camera. Files and folders have their own unique names, which are assigned automatically by the camera. • For details about how folders are organized in memory, see “Memory Folder Structure” (page 251).
4. Use [S] and [T] to Protecting a File Against Deletion select “On” and then press [SET]. You can protect an important file to ensure that it cannot be deleted accidentally. An image that is protected is indicated by the “ ” icon. IMPORTANT! • Note that even if a file is protected, it will be deleted if you perform the format operation (pages 15, 50, 199). 5. Now you can repeat steps 3 and 4 to protect another image or exit this procedure by pressing [MENU]. ■ Protecting a Specific File 1.
■ Protecting All Files in Memory Using the FAVORITE Folder 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. The FAVORITE folder is located in the camera’s built-in memory, and you can use it to store personal snapshots that you do not want displayed during normal PLAY mode operations. FAVORITE folder snapshots remain in camera memory, even if you change to a different memory card. 2. On the “PLAY” tab, select “Protect” and then press [X]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select “All Files : On” and then press [SET].
■ Copying a File to the FAVORITE Folder IMPORTANT! • The snapshot copied to the FAVORITE folder is converted to QVGA size (320 × 240 pixels). A snapshot in the FAVORITE folder cannot be restored to its original size. • Snapshots in the FAVORITE folder cannot be copied to a memory card. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “PLAY” tab, select “Favorites” and then press [X]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select “Save” and then press [SET].
■ Viewing Snapshots in the FAVORITE Folder Perform the following steps to view FAVORITE folder contents on your computer. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 1. Remove the memory card from the camera. 2. On the “PLAY” tab, select “Favorites” and 2. Place the camera on the USB cradle (which is then press [X]. connected to the computer). 3. Use [S] and [T] to select “Show” and then 3. Perform the required operations on your press [SET]. 4.
■ Copying All Files in Built-in Memory to a Memory Card Copying Files Files can be copied from the camera’s built-in memory to a memory card, or from a memory card to built-in memory. This makes it possible, for example, to perform the following steps and copy a file from your memory card to another person’s memory card. 1 Copy the file from your memory card to the camera’s built-in memory. 2 Remove your memory card and insert the other person’s memory card.
■ Copying a Single File from a Memory Card to Built-in Memory 7. Now you can repeat steps 5 and 6 to copy another file, or you can exit this procedure by pressing [MENU]. With this procedure, files must be copied one-by-one. 1. Load the memory card that contains the file NOTE • Files are copied to the folder in built-in memory whose name has the largest serial number. you want to copy into the camera. 2. Turn on the camera, enter the PLAY mode and then press [MENU]. 3.
DELETING FILES You can delete files you no longer need, or after you transfer them to your computer’s hard disk or print them. This frees up memory for new files. You can delete one specific file, or you can delete all files currently in memory. Here we will explain the different file delete procedures, including how to delete snapshots from the FAVORITE folders. Deleting a Specific File 1. In the PLAY mode, press [T] ( ). IMPORTANT! • Remember that a file delete operation cannot be undone.
Deleting All Files 1. In the PLAY mode, press [T] ( Deleting FAVORITE Folder Snapshots You can delete a single snapshot, or you can delete all the snapshots currently in the FAVORITE folder. ). 2. Use [S] and [T] to select “All Files Delete” ■ Deleting a Specific Snapshot and then press [SET]. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 3. In response to the confirmation message that appears, use [S] and [T] to select “Yes”. 2.
■ Deleting All FAVORITE Folder Snapshots 7. Now you can repeat steps 5 and 6 to delete another FAVORITE folder snapshot, or you can exit this procedure by pressing [MENU] twice. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “PLAY” tab, select “Favorites” and then press [X]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select “Show” and then press [SET]. 4. Press [T] ( ). 5. Use [S] and [T] to select “All Files Delete” and then press [SET].
OTHER SETTINGS 4. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want Configuring Camera Sound Settings and then press [SET]. Your camera lets you configure the following sound settings. • Type of sound for shutter release and other operations • Volume level for shutter release and other operation sounds • Volume level for movie and Voice Recording playback ■ Selecting the Operation Sound To do this: Select this setting: Sound one of the built-in sounds (1 through 5) Sound 1 - 5 Turn sound off Off 1.
■ Setting the Operation Tone Volume Level ■ Setting the Playback Volume Level 1. Press [MENU]. You can use this procedure to set the playback volume level for movies and audio snapshots, independent of the operation tone volume. 2. On the “Set Up” tab, select “Sounds” and then press [X]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select “ 1. Press [MENU]. Operation”. 2. On the “Set Up” tab, select “Sounds” and then press [X]. 4. Use [W] and [X] to specify the playback volume setting you want and then press [SET]. 3.
Turning the Startup Screen On or Off NOTE • The following are the types of images that you can select for the startup screen. – Special startup screen images built into the camera – Snapshots – Audio snapshots (Audio does not play.) • Only one startup screen image can be in effect at any time. To change the startup screen to another image, simply overwrite the current image with the new one. • Formatting built-in memory (page 199) will delete the current startup screen image.
Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Rule Changing the Camera Date and Time Setting Use the following procedure to specify the rule that governs generation of the serial number used in file names (page 179). When changing the date and time setting, be sure to do so for your Home City (the location where you normally use the camera).
■ Setting the Date and Time for Your Home City 3. Use [S] and [T] to select “Home” and then press [X]. 1. Press [MENU]. 4. Use [S] and [T] to select “City” and then press [X]. 2. On the “Set Up” tab, select “Adjust” and then 5. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to select the area press [X]. where your Home City is located and then press [SET]. 3. Set the date and the time. 6. Use [S] and [T] to select your home city and then press [SET]. 7.
■ Changing the Date Format Using World Time You can select from among three different formats for the date. You can use the World Time screen to view the current time in zone that is different from your Home City when you go on a trip, etc. World Time displays the current time in 162 cities in 32 time zones around the globe. 1. Press [MENU]. 2. On the “Set Up” tab, select “Date Style” and then press [X]. Configuring World Time Settings 3.
■ Switching between the Home Time and World Time Screens 4. Use [S] and [T] to select “City” and then press [X]. 1. Press [MENU]. • To configure the summer time setting, use [S] and [T] to select “DST” and then select “On”. • Summer time is used in some areas to advance the current time setting by one hour during the summer months. • Use of summer time depends on the local customs and laws. 2. On the “Set Up” tab, select “World Time” and then press [X]. 3.
Changing the Display Language Changing the USB Port Protocol You can use the procedure below to select a display text language. • The number and types of languages depend on the geographic area where the camera was marketed. You can use the procedure below to change the USB communication protocol that is used when exchanging data with a computer, printer, or other external device. Select the protocol that suits the device to which you are connecting. 1. Press [MENU]. 1. Press [MENU]. 2.
3. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want [ ] (REC) and [ Settings and then press [SET]. When you want to connect to this type of device: Select this setting: Computer With this setting, the computer sees the camera as an external storage device. Use this setting for normal transfer of images from the camera to a computer (using the bundled Photo Loader application).
3. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want NOTE and then press [SET]. To configure both keys to do this when pressed: Select this setting: Turn on the camera Power On Turn on or turn off the camera Power On/Off Do not turn on the camera Disable • With “Power On/Off”, the camera turns off when you press [ ] (REC) in the REC mode or [ ] (PLAY) in the PLAY mode. • Pressing [ ] (PLAY) while in the REC mode or [ ] (REC) while in the PLAY mode will switch to the applicable mode (REC or PLAY).
1. Check to make sure there is no memory card Formatting Built-in Memory loaded in the camera. Formatting built-in memory deletes any data stored in it. • If there is a memory card loaded in the camera, remove it. IMPORTANT! 2. Press [MENU]. • Note that data deleted by a format operation cannot be recovered. Check to make sure you do not need any of the data in built-in memory before you format it. • Formatting built-in memory also deletes the following.
PRINTING Types of Printing There are three different methods you can use for printing images. Professional Print Service (page 201) Printing at Home Take the memory card that contains the images you want to print to a professional print service. • You can use DPOF settings to specify which images you want to print, the number of copies, and date stamp settings before taking the card in for printing.
■ Printing Precautions Using Professional Print Service • See the documentation that comes with your printer for information about print quality and paper settings. • Contact the manufacturer of your printer to find out if it supports PictBridge, for new printer versions, etc. • Never disconnect cables or perform any camera or USB cradle operation while printing is in progress. Doing so can cause a printer error.
■ Printing on a Printer that Supports PictBridge Using Your Printer to Print Images If your printer is either of the types described below, you can use it to print without going through a computer. – Printer equipped with an SD memory card/ SDHC memory card slot – Printer that support PictBridge You can connect the camera directly to a PictBridge compliant printer and print images without going through a computer. • The camera’s USB cradle also allows easy connection to a printer.
4. Connect the USB cable that comes bundled 5. Turn off the camera and place it onto the USB with the camera to the USB cradle and your printer’s USB port. cradle. 6. Turn on the printer. USB Cable (Bundled) Connector B USB Port 7. Load paper into the printer. 8. Press the USB cradle’s [USB] button. Connector A This displays a print menu on the camera’s monitor screen. [ ] (USB) Connector • Also, connect the AC adaptor to the cradle and plug the adaptor into an electrical outlet.
9. Use [S] and [T] to select “Paper Size” and 11. Use [S] and [T] to specify the print option then press [X]. you want. If you want to print a specific image: Select “1 Image” and then press [SET]. After that, use [W] and [X] to display the image you want to print. If you want to print multiple images: Select “DPOF Printing” and then press [SET]. Next, use the DPOF settings (page 205) to specify the images you want to select. 10. Use [S] and [T] to select a paper size and then press [SET].
12. Use [S] and [T] to select “Print” and then Using DPOF to Specify Images to be Printed and the Number of Copies press [SET]. Printing will start and the message “Busy... Please wait...” will appear on the monitor screen. The message will disappear after a short while, even though printing is still being performed. Pressing any camera button will cause the printing status message to re-appear. The print menu screen will re-appear when printing is complete.
■ Configuring DPOF Settings Individually for Each Image 5. Use [S] and [T] to specify the number of copies. • You can specify up to 99 for the number of copies. Specify 0 if you do not want to print the image. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “PLAY” tab, 6. If you want to include the date in the image, select “DPOF Printing” and then press [X]. press [BS] to toggle date stamping on and off. • To turn off date stamping, press [BS] so “Off” is displayed.
■ Configuring the Same DPOF Settings for All the Images Clear DPOF settings when you no longer need them! DPOF settings are not cleared automatically after printing is complete. This means that if you perform another printing operation without clearing DPOF settings, printing will be performed in accordance with the last settings you configured.
Tell your print service about your DPOF settings! Date Stamping If you take a memory card to a professional print service, be sure to tell them that it includes DPOF settings for the images to be printed and the number of copies. If you don’t, the print service may print all the images without regard to your DPOF settings, or they may ignore your date stamp setting. You can use any one of the following three methods to include the recording date in the printout of an image.
• Specify date stamping with Photohands (Windows only) – See the Photohands User’s Guide for details. The Photohands User’s Guide is provided as a PDF file on the CD-ROM that comes bundled with your camera. • Request date stamping when ordering prints from a professional print service – Some print services do not support date printing. Check with your service for more information. Supported Protocols Your camera supports the protocols described below.
■ Exif Print Printing on a printer that also supports Exif Print (Exif 2.2) uses information about shooting conditions recorded with the image to enhance printed image quality. Contact your printer manufacturer for information about models that support Exif Print, printer upgrades, etc.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER What you can do Connecting the camera to a computer with the bundled USB cable provides you with the capabilities described below. You can use your computer to view camera images and for long-term storage of images. • With some versions of Windows you need View and to install the USB driver that comes store images* bundled with the camera. • Installation of a USB driver is not required for the Apple Macintosh.
The procedures you need to perform when using the camera with your computer and when using the bundled software are different for Windows and the Macintosh. • Windows users should refer to “Using the Camera with a Windows Computer” on page 212. • Macintosh users should refer to “Using the Camera with a Macintosh” on page 237. Using the Camera with a Windows Computer Install the required software in accordance with what version of Windows you are running and what you want to do.
Objective Windows Version 228 Windows Media Player 9 • Connecting to the Internet downloads and installs the applicable codec automatically. DirectX 9.0c (When DirectX 9.0 or higher is not installed on the computer already.) 228 98 Windows 98 WMP6.4 codec • Connecting to the Internet downloads and installs the applicable codec automatically. 228 XP/2000 Ulead Movie Wizard SE VCD 231 Me/98SE/ 98 – • Use commercial software as required.
■ Computer System Requirements Photo Transport 1.0 Computer system requirements are different for each of the applications. Be sure to check the requirements for the particular application you are trying to use. Note that the values provided here are minimum requirements for running each application. Actual requirements are greater, depending on the number of images and the sizes of the images being handled. Memory : At least 64MB HD : At least 2MB CASIO DATA TRANSPORT 1.
Viewing and Storing Images on a Computer Ulead Movie Wizard SE VCD CPU : Pentium III 800MHz Memory : 256MB HD : 250MB Other : 1024 × 768 or higher display resolution You can view and store images (snapshot and movie files) on your computer by connecting to the camera via its USB cradle. • Depending on what version of Windows your computer is running, you may need to install the USB driver from the bundled CD-ROM first.
■ Installing the USB Driver (Windows 98SE and 98 Only) The following operation shows how to install the USB driver on a computer running Windows 98. The procedure for Windows 98SE is slightly different, but the general flow is the same. Do not try to establish a connection between the camera and computer before installing the USB driver on the computer. 1. Set the bundled CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer. • Use the CD-ROM that has “USB driver” on its label.
■ Connecting the Camera to Your Computer the First Time 5. When the final screen is reached, click “Finish”. • Depending on the version of Windows that your computer is running, a message may appear telling you to restart your computer. If your computer displays such a message, restart. IMPORTANT! • If you are not using the AC adaptor to power the camera, the battery may go low and cause the camera to turn off while it is in the middle of exchanging files with your computer.
1. Connect the bundled AC adaptor to the [DC IN 2. Connect the USB cable that comes bundled 5.3V] connector of the USB cradle and then plug it in to a household power outlet. with the camera to the USB cradle and the USB port of your computer. USB Cable (Bundled) Connector B USB Port Connector A • If you do not plan to use the AC adaptor, make sure that the camera’s battery is fully charged.
3. Press the camera’s [ON/OFF] button to turn it 7. Press the USB on and then press [MENU]. cradle’s [USB] button. • Do not place the camera on the USB cradle yet. 4. On the “Set Up” tab, select “USB” and then press [X]. [USB] 5. Use [S] and [T] to select “Mass Storage” and USB Lamp then press [SET]. 6. Press the camera’s [ON/OFF] button to turn it off and then place the camera on the USB cradle. • Do not place the camera onto the USB cradle while it is turned on.
Camera-Computer Connection IMPORTANT! Pressing the cradle’s [USB] button puts it into the USB mode, which is indicated by the USB lamp lighting green. In this mode, your computer recognizes the memory card loaded in the camera (or the camera’s built-in memory if it does not have a memory card loaded) as a removable disk.
■ Connecting the Camera to Your Computer after the First Time ■ Viewing Camera Images on Your Computer After connecting the camera to your computer, you can view camera images on your computer screen. • For information about connecting to a computer, see “Connecting the Camera to Your Computer after the First Time” on page 221. Since you need to install the USB driver and configure menu settings only the first time you connect the camera to your computer, later connections are much simpler. 1.
■ Saving an Image on Your Computer 5. Double-click the file that contains the image you want to view. In order to work on an image or put it into an album, you must first save it to your computer. To save a camera image to your computer, you must first establish a connection between them via the camera’s USB cradle. • For information about connecting to a computer, see “Connecting the Camera to Your Computer after the First Time” on page 221. This displays the image.
4. On the shortcut menu that appears, click IMPORTANT! “Copy”. • Never use your computer to modify, delete, move, or rename any image files that are in the camera’s built-in memory or memory card. Doing so can cause problems with the camera’s image management data, which will make it impossible to play back images on the camera and can drastically alter remaining memory capacity. Whenever you want to modify, delete, move, or rename an image, do so only on images that are stored on your computer.
■ Removing the Camera from the USB Cradle Transfer of Images from the Camera and Management of Images on the Computer Windows XP/98SE/98 Users To manage images on your computer, you need to install the Photo Loader application from the CD-ROM that comes with the camera. Photo Loader lets you import images from the camera to your computer automatically, to arrange images by recording date, and to display images in a calendar format. Press the USB cradle [USB] button.
■ Installing Photo Loader 5. Follow the instructions that appear on your computer screen to install Photo Loader. 1. Start up your computer, and place the bundled • Windows 98SE/98 If the Jet40SP8_9xNT.exe and MDAC (Microsoft Data Access Components) 2.8 installation dialog box appears after installation of Photo Loader is complete, follow the instructions on the screen to perform the installation. The installation dialog box will not appear if Jet40SP8_9xNT.exe and MDAC 2.
1. On your computer, click “Start”, “All IMPORTANT! Programs”, “Accessories”, “System Tools” and then “System Information”. • See the “Read me” file that comes with Photo Loader for information about what you need to do to be able to use existing libraries after updating, re-installing Photo Loader, or moving Photo Loader to another computer.
3. Click the Photohands “Read me” file and read Retouching, Reorienting, or Printing Snapshots its contents. • “Read me” files contain important information about installation, including installation conditions and computer system requirements. In order to retouch, reorient, or print snapshots on your PC, you need to install Photohands from the CD-ROM that comes bundled with the camera. 4. Click “Install” for Photohands. IMPORTANT! 5.
3. Install the downloaded MPEG-4 codec. Playing Movies After installation is complete, playback of the movie file will start automatically. Windows Media Player, which is already installed on most computers, can be used for movie playback. To play back a movie, first copy the movie to your computer and then doubleclick the movie file. In order to play a movie recorded with this camera on your computer using Windows Media Player, you need to install the MPEG-4 codec.
■ Installing the Codec on a PC that Cannot Connect to the Internet 4. Click “Install” for Windows Media Player 9. 5. Follow the instructions that appear on your In this case, you should install Windows Media Player 9 from the CD-ROM that comes bundled with the camera. computer screen to install Windows Media Player 9. 1. Start up your computer, and place the bundled CD-ROM into its CD-ROM drive. • Use the CD-ROM that has “Windows Media Player” on its label.
■ Minimum Computer System Requirements for Movie Playback IMPORTANT! • If your computer is running Windows 98, install the Windows 98 WMP6.4 codec instead of Windows Media Player 9. • In the case of Windows 2000 or 98SE, you need to install Microsoft DirectX 9.0c. For information about determining the version of Microsoft DirectX on your PC, see page 225. • Note the following important precautions when playing back a movie from a memory card using Windows Media Player 9.
3. Click the Ulead Movie Wizard SE VCD “Read Editing a Movie me” file and read its contents. In order to edit movies on your PC, you need to install Ulead Movie Wizard SE VCD from the bundled CD-ROM. • “Read me” files contain important information about installation, including installation conditions and computer system requirements. NOTE • The Ulead Movie Wizard SE VCD application that comes on the bundled CD-ROM can create Video-CDs, but it cannot created DVDs.
3. Click the Photo Transport “Read me” file and Transferring Images to the Camera read its contents. In order to return images from your computer memory back to the camera, install Photo Transport on your computer from the CD-ROM that comes with the camera. • “Read me” files contain important information about installation, including installation conditions and computer system requirements. ■ Installing Photo Transport 4. Click “Install” for Photo Transport. 1.
■ Transferring image files to the camera 3. Drop the image data you want to transfer to the camera onto the Photo Transport Transfer button. 1. First, connect the camera to your computer. • See page 217 for information about connecting the camera to your computer. Move your mouse pointer to the image file you want to transfer, and then hold down your mouse button.
4. Follow the instructions that appear on the ■ Transferring screen captures to the camera display to transfer the image file to the camera. 1. First, connect the camera to your computer. • See page 217 for information about connecting the camera to your computer. • The image transfer method and detailed image settings used depend on the Photo Transport settings. For details, see Photo Transport help (page 235). 2. On your computer, click “Start”, “All Programs”, “Casio” and then “Photo Transport”.
5. Use your mouse to select the area of the 6. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen you want to capture. display to transfer a capture of the selected area to the camera. Move your mouse pointer to the upper left corner of the area you want to capture and then hold down your mouse button. Keeping your mouse button depressed, drag the pointer down to the right corner of the area and then release the mouse button.
Viewing User Documentation (PDF) Files IMPORTANT! • You must have Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer in order to view the contents of a PDF file. If you do not already have Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader installed, install Adobe Reader from the bundled CD-ROM that has “Adobe Reader” on its label. 1. Start up your computer, and place the bundled CD-ROM into its CD-ROM drive. • Use the CD-ROM that has “User’s Guide Included” on its label.
User Registration Using the Camera with a Macintosh You can perform user registration over the Internet. To do so, of course, you need to be able to connect to the Internet with your computer. Install the required software in accordance with what version of the Macintosh OS you are running and what you want to do. 1. Click the “Register” button. • This starts up your Web browser and accesses the user registration website. Follow the instructions that appear on your computer screen to register.
Objective OS Version Install this software: Transfer documents to the camera OS X View the User’s Guide – • Use Adobe Reader or OS 9/OS X Adobe Acrobat reader, which comes bundled with your operating system. CASIO DATA TRANSPORT 1.0 ■ System Requirements See page: System requirements are different for each of the applications. Be sure to check the requirements for the particular application you are trying to use.
Viewing and Storing Images on a Macintosh IMPORTANT! • For details about the minimum system requirements for each software application, see the “readme” files on the CD-ROM that comes bundled with the camera. You can view and store images (snapshot and movie files) on your Macintosh by connecting to the camera via its USB cradle. IMPORTANT! • Connection is not supported to a Macintosh running Mac OS 8.6 or lower, or Mac OS X 10.0. Connection is supported to a Macintosh running Mac OS 9 or OS X (10.1, 10.
■ Connecting the Camera to Your Computer the First Time 2. Connect the USB cable that comes bundled with the camera to the USB cradle and the USB port of your Macintosh. 1. Connect the bundled AC adaptor to the [DC IN USB Cable (Bundled) 5.3V] connector of the USB cradle and then plug it in to a household power outlet. Connector B USB Port Connector A [ ] (USB) Connector • Orient the USB plug so it correctly matches the shape of the USB port when you connect them.
3. Press the camera’s [ON/OFF] button to turn it 7. Press the USB on and then press [MENU]. cradle’s [USB] button. • Do not place the camera on the USB cradle yet. 4. On the “Set Up” tab, select “USB” and then press [X]. [USB] 5. Use [S] and [T] to select “Mass Storage” and USB Lamp then press [SET]. 6. Press the camera’s [ON/OFF] button to turn it off and then place the camera on the USB cradle. • Do not place the camera onto the USB cradle while it is turned on.
■ Connecting the Camera to Your Macintosh after the First Time Camera-Macintosh Connection Pressing the cradle’s [USB] button puts it into the USB mode, which is indicated by the USB lamp lighting green. In this mode, your Macintosh recognizes the memory card loaded in the camera (or the camera’s built-in memory if it does not have a memory card loaded) as a drive. The appearance of the drive icon depends on the Mac OS version you are using.
■ Viewing Camera Images on Your Macintosh IMPORTANT! After connecting the camera to your Macintosh, you can view camera images on your Macintosh screen. • For information about connecting to a Macintosh, see “Connecting the Camera to Your Macintosh after the First Time” on page 242. • Do not leave the same image displayed on your Macintosh screen for a long time. Doing so can cause image “burn in”.
■ Saving an Image on Your Macintosh IMPORTANT! In order to work on an image to put it into an album, you must first save it to your Macintosh. To save a camera image to your Macintosh, you must first establish a connection between them via the camera’s USB cradle. • For information about connecting to a Macintosh, see “Connecting the Camera to Your Macintosh after the First Time” on page 242.
■ Removing the Camera from the USB Cradle Transfer of Images from the Camera and Management of Images on Your Macintosh 1. On your Macintosh screen, drag the camera drive to Trash. If you are running Mac OS X, you can manage snapshots using iPhoto, which comes bundled with your operating system. If you are running Mac OS 9, install the Photo Loader application from the CD-ROM that comes with the camera.
4. Open the folder named “Installer” and then Playing Movies open the file named “readme”. You can use QuickTime, which comes bundled with your operating system, to play back movies. To play back a movie, first copy the movie to your Macintosh and then double-click the movie file. To playback movies on your Macintosh using QuickTime, install CASIO AVI Importer component from the CD-ROM that comes bundled with the camera.
3. Double-click the “Library” folder on the IMPORTANT! startup disk. • Be sure to move the movie data to the hard disk of your Macintosh before trying to play it. Proper movie playback may not be possible for data accessed over a network, from a memory card, etc. 4. In the “Library” folder, double-click “QuickTime”. 5. Drag “CASIO AVI Importer. component” to the “QuickTime” folder. This installs “CASIO AVI Importer. component” in the “QuickTime” folder.
■ Movie Playback Precaution Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) The minimum system requirements described below are necessary to use your Macintosh to play back movies recorded with this camera. OS : OS X 10.2.8 or greater You must have Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer in order to view the contents of a PDF file. If you don’t, go to the Adobe Systems Incorporated website and install Acrobat Reader. Required Software : QuickTime 6.5.
■ Viewing the Photo Loader User’s Guide Reading Files Directly from a Memory Card 1. On the CD-ROM, open the “Manual” folder. • Use the CD-ROM that has “Photo Loader” on its label. The method you should use to read files from a memory card depends on the type of computer you have. Some typical examples are shown below. After you connect, use the same procedures as those that you use when the camera is connected to your computer via the USB cradle. 2.
■ Other types of computers Memory Card Data Use either of the method described below. – Use a commercially available SD memory card/ SDHC memory card reader/ writer. See the user documentation that comes with the SD memory card/ SDHC memory card reader/writer for details about how to use it. – Use a commercially available PC card reader/writer in combination with a commercially available PC card adapter (for SD memory card, SDHC memory card, MMC, and MMCplus).
■ Memory Folder Structure DCIM INDEX.PVM 100CASIO CIMG0001.JPG CIMG0002.AVI CIMG0003.WAV CIMG0004.JPG (DCIM Folder) (Total Index File) (Recording Folder) (Image File) (Movie File) (Audio File) (Audio Snapshot Image File) (Document Folder) (Document File) (Document File) _THUMB.JPE (Document Management File) VIEW.PVM (MPV Management File) 102CASIO 103_VIEW ˁ ˁ ˁ (Recording Folder) (Document Folder) (DPOF File Folder) (DPOF File) SCENE * (Snapshot BEST SHOT Folder) U1000001.
• DPOF File Folder Folder that contains DPOF files, etc. • Snapshot BEST SHOT Folder Folder that contains snapshot BEST SHOT user setup files • Snapshot User Setup File File of a snapshot BEST SHOT user setup • Movie BEST SHOT Folder Folder that contains Movie BEST SHOT user setup files • Movie User Setup File Files that contain Movie BEST SHOT user setups • FAVORITE Folder Folder that contains Favorites image files. Size of images is 320 × 240 pixels.
■ Supported Image Files • Image files shot with this camera • DCF-compliant image files Even if an image is DCF-compliant, this camera still may not be able to display it. When displaying an image recorded on another camera, it may take a long time for the image to appear on this camera’s monitor screen. ■ Built-in Memory and Memory Card Data Handling Precautions • When saving camera data to a computer hard disk, MO disk, or other medium, be sure to transfer the entire DCIM folder and its contents.
TRANSFERRING DOCUMENTS TO YOUR CAMERA (DATA STORAGE) You can use CASIO DATA TRANSPORT to transfer documents, web page images, and other documents you can view on you computer screen to the camera. Then you can view the documents on the camera’s monitor screen. Transferring Documents to the Camera Transferring documents from a computer running Windows NOTE • In this section, anything you transfer to the camera is called a “document”. Some documents can contain multiple “pages”.
■ Transferring documents 2. On the menu screen, click the tab for the language you want. 1. First, connect the camera to your computer. • Regardless of the language you select, the English version of CASIO DATA TRANSPORT is installed. • Before connecting the camera to your computer, make sure that a memory card is loaded in the camera. • See page 217 for information about connecting the camera to your computer. 3. Click the DATA TRANSPORT “Read me” file and read its contents.
4. Click the [OK] button. Transferring documents from a Macintosh This will display a dialog box for customizing document file properties (date, file name, icon). To transfer documents on your computer to the camera so you can view it on the monitor screen, you need to install CASIO DATA TRANSPORT from the CD-ROM that comes with the camera. 5. Check the current data settings (date, file name, icon) and then click the [OK] button.
3. Double-click “TRANSPORT_Installer”. ■ Transferring documents 4. Follow the instructions in the “readme” file to 1. First, connect the camera to your Macintosh. • Before connecting the camera to your Macintosh, make sure that a memory card is loaded in the camera. • See page 240 for information about connecting the camera to your Macintosh. install CASIO DATA TRANSPORT. 2. On your Macintosh, open the document that you want to transfer to the camera. 3. On the menu bar, click “File” and then “Print”.
5. Check the current data settings (date, file Viewing a Transferred Document on the Camera name, icon) and then click the [OK] button. This will convert the document to a JPEG image and transfer the image to the camera. • You can change the date, filename, and icon settings if you want. • To cancel the transfer, click the [Cancel] button. 1. On the camera, select either the REC mode or the PLAY mode. 2. Press [DATA]. This enters the data mode and displays a menu of documents currently in camera memory.
3. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to move the NOTE boundary to the document you want to select. • Pressing [SET] or the zoom button toggles between the document menu and the document page screens. • Pressing [DISP] while the document page screen is on the display will display a menu screen for configuring screen settings. You can use the menu to turn display information on or off. • The document menu screen can show up to 12 documents.
Deleting Documents from Camera Memory Specifying the Initial Data Mode Screen You can use the following procedure to configure the camera so either the document data list or the last document page you were viewing appears first whenever you press [DATA] to enter the data mode. Deleting a Document Page 1. Press [MENU]. After displaying a document page, you can delete a single document page or all the pages in a document at the same time. 2.
■ To delete all the pages in a document page Deleting Documents 1. Display a page in the document whose pages You can use the document menu to select a specific document and delete it, or you can delete all documents currently in camera memory. you want to delete and then press [T] ( ). 2. Use [S] and [T] to select “All pages” and then ■ To delete a single document press [SET]. 1. On the document menu, use [S], [T], [W], and 3. Use [S] and [T] to select “Yes”.
■ To delete all documents 1. While the document menu is displayed, press [MENU]. 2. Use [S] and [T] to select “All docs” and then press [SET]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select “Yes”. • To cancel the delete operation, select “No” instead of “Yes”. 4. Press [SET]. This will delete all documents in camera memory and display the message “No documents in memory. Exiting data mode.”. NOTE • Formatting camera memory (pages 50, 199) will also delete all documents currently in camera memory.
APPENDIX Back General Guide 7 89bkbl The numbers in parentheses indicate the pages where each part is explained.
■ USB Cradle Bottom Front 1 Camera Contact (page 39) 2 USB Lamp 1 (pages 219, 241, 275) cn cm cl 3 [USB] Button ck (pages 205, 219, 241) 5 ck Battery/Memory Card Slots (pages 37, 48) cl Cradle Contact (page 39) cm Tripod Hole 4 [PHOTO] Button 43 2 (pages 150, 151) 5 [CHARGE] Lamp (pages 39, 275) Use this hole when attaching to a tripod. cn Speaker (page 143) Back 6 [DC IN 5.
Monitor Screen Contents The monitor screen uses various indicators, icons, and values to keep you informed of the camera’s status. • The sample screens in this section are intended to show you the locations of all the indicators and figures that can appear on the monitor screen in various modes. They do not represent screens that actually appear on the camera.
■ Snapshot Playback Mode 12 ■ Movie Playback Mode 3 12 4 5 6 7 8 9 bq bp bo 4 5 6 bnbmblbk 7 1 File Type (page 142) bn Recording Mode 2 Protect Indicator (page 180) bo Battery Level Indicator (page 41) 3 Folder Name/File Name (page 179) bp Histogram (page 132) 4 Snapshot Image Quality bq Exposure Compensation (page 69) 3 1 File Type (page 144) 2 Protect Indicator (page 180) 3 Folder Name/File Name (page 179) 4 Movie Recording Time (page 121) (page 144) 5 Snapshot Image Size 5 Movie Image Qu
Menu Reference Icon Help Icon Help provides you instant access to information about the icons that appear on the monitor screen in the REC mode. You can turn off icon help if you want (page 137). • Icon Help text is displayed for the following functions.
Icon Help On* / Off Memory BEST SHOT: On / Off* Flash: On* / Off Focus: On / Off* White Balance: On / Off* ISO: On / Off* AF Area: On* / Off Metering: On / Off* Self-timer: On / Off* Flash Intensity: On / Off* Digital Zoom: On* / Off MF Position: On / Off* Zoom Position: On / Off* Quality Tab Menu Size 7M (3072 × 2304)* / 3:2 (3072 × 2048) / 16:9 (3072 × 1728) / 5M (2560 × 1920) / 3M (2048 × 1536) / 2M (1600 × 1200) / VGA (640 × 480) Quality (Snapshots) Fine / Normal* / Economy Quality (Movies) HQ*
Saturation +2 / +1 / 0* / –1 / –2 Contrast +2 / +1 / 0* / –1 / –2 Flash Intensity +2 / +1 / 0* / –1 / –2 Flash Assist Auto* / Off Set Up Tab Menu Sounds Startup* / Half Shutter / Shutter / Operation / Operation / Play Startup On (Selectable image) / Off* File No. Continue* / Reset World Time Home* / World Home Time setup (city, DST, etc.) World Time setup (city, DST, etc.
■ PLAY Mode “Set Up” Tab PLAY Tab Menu • The contents of the “Set Up” tab are the same in the REC mode and PLAY mode.
■ PLAY Mode ti Display Menu Reference The tables in this section show the items that appears on the menus that appear on the monitor screen when you press [DISP]. Most of these items are for configuring monitor screen settings. The items included on the menus depend on whether the camera is in the REC mode or PLAY mode. • An asterisk (*) indicates reset default settings. Layout Normal / Wide* Info. Same as REC Mode settings. Brightness Same as REC Mode settings. Type Same as REC Mode settings.
■ REC Mode Indicator Lamps The camera has lamps: an Operation Lamp and an AF assist/ self-timer Lamp. These lamps light and flash to indicate the current operational status of the camera. Operation Lamp Operation Lamp Green AF assist/self-timer Lamp Red Amber AF Assist/ Self-timer Lamp Red Operational (Power on, recording enabled) Lit Pattern 3 Flash is charging. Flash charging is complete. Lit Auto Focus operation was successful. Lit Pattern 3 * There are three lamp flash patterns.
Operation Lamp Green Red Pattern 1 Amber AF Assist/ Self-timer Lamp IMPORTANT! Meaning Red Cannot charge flash. Pattern 2 Memory card problem / Memory card is unformatted. / BEST SHOT setup cannot be registered. Lit Memory card is locked / Cannot create folder. / Memory is full. / Write error Pattern 3 • Never remove the memory card from the camera while the operation lamp is flashing green. Doing so will cause the image you shot to be lost.
■ PLAY mode Operation Lamp Green Red Amber AF Assist/ Self-timer Lamp Operation Lamp Meaning Lit Operational (Power on, recording enabled) Pattern 3 One of the following operations is in progress: Delete, DPOF, protect, copy, format, resize, trimming, adding audio to snapshot, keystone correction, color correction, MOTION PRINT, movie editing, power down Pattern 2 Green Red Red Lit Pattern 3 Amber AF Assist/ Self-timer Lamp Meaning Red Memory card is locked / Cannot create folder.
■ USB Cradle Indicator Lamps [CHARGE] Lamp USB Lamp Meaning The USB cradle has two indicator lamps: a [CHARGE] lamp and a USB lamp. These lamps light and flash to indicate the current operational status of the cradle and camera. Color Status Color Status Red Lit Charging Green Lit Charging complete Amber Lit Charge standby Red Flashing Charge error Green Green Lit USB connection Flashing Memory being accessed.
Troubleshooting Guide Find the Problem and Fixing It Problem Possible Causes Action Power Supply Power does not turn on. 1) The battery is not oriented correctly. 2) The battery is dead. 1) Orient the battery correctly (page 37). 2) Charge the battery (page 37). If the battery goes dead soon after being charged, it means the battery has reached the end of its life and needs to be replaced. Purchase a separately available NP-20 rechargeable lithium ion battery. Camera suddenly powers down.
Problem Possible Causes Action The subject is out of The image is not focused properly. focus in the recorded image. When composing the image, make sure the subject is located inside the focus frame. The flash does not fire. 1) (Flash Off) is selected as the flash mode. 2) The battery is dead. 3) A BEST SHOT scene that selects (Flash Off) as the flash mode is selected. 1) Select a different flash mode (page 76). 2) Charge the battery (page 37).
Problem Possible Causes Action Digital zoom does not 1) The digital zoom setting is turned off. work. The zoom bar 2) Date stamping is turned on. indicates zoom only up to a zoom factor of 3.0. 1) Turn on the digital zoom setting (page 75). 2) Turn off date stamping (page 131). Digital zoom is disabled while date stamping is turned on. Movies There is a vertical line on the monitor screen Shooting a very brightly lit subject can cause a vertical band to appear in the monitor screen image.
Problem The camera’s monitor screen is blank. Possible Causes Action USB communication is in progress. After confirming that the computer is not accessing the memory card, disconnect the USB cable. Other I can’t transfer images over a USB connection. 1) The camera is not set securely on the USB cradle. Display language setting screen appears when the camera is turned on. 1) Camera’s display language, Home city, date style, date and time, and other settings have not been configured.
If you have problems installing the USB driver... You may not be able to install the USB driver properly if you use the USB cable to connect the camera to a computer running Windows 98SE/98 before installing the USB driver from the bundled CD-ROM, or if you have another type of driver installed. This will make it impossible for the computer to recognize the camera when it is connected. If this happens, you will need to re-install the camera’s USB driver.
Display Messages Battery is low. Battery power is low. Cannot correct image! Keystone correction of the image cannot be performed for some reason. The image will be stored as-is, without correction (page 106). Cannot find the file. The image you specified with the slideshow “Images” setting cannot be found. Change the “Images” setting (page 147) and try again. Cannot register any more files.
Record Error Image compression could not be performed for some reason during image data storage. Shoot the image again. This file cannot be played. The file you are trying to access is corrupted or is a type that cannot be displayed by this camera. Replenish ink! During printing, the printer is running low on ink or is out of ink. This function cannot be used. RETRY POWER ON If the lens comes into contact with some obstacle, this message appears and the camera turns off.
Storage Capacity • Snapshots Specifications ■ Main Specifications Product Type . . . . . . . Digital Camera Model . . . . . . . . . . . . EX-S770 Image Size (Pixels) ■ Camera Functions 7M (3072 × 2304) Image Files Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Snapshots: JPEG (Exif Version 2.2); DCF (Design Rule for Camera File System) 1.0 standard; DPOF compliant Movies: MPEG-4 AVI format Audio: WAV Recording Media . . . . . . . .Built-in Memory 6.
Approximate Built-in Memory (6.0MB) Capacity • Movies Approximate SD Memory Card* (256MB) Capacity Image Quality 2M (1600 × 1200) Fine 1.
* Number of image values are approximate and are provided for reference only. * Based on Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. products. The number of images you can save depends on the type of memory card you are using. * When using a memory card with a different capacity, calculate the number of images as a percentage of 256 MB. C Delete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 file; all files (with memory protection feature) Effective Pixels . . . . . . . . . 7.2 million Imaging Element . . . . . . . .
Built-in Flash . . . . . . . . . . . Flash Modes: Auto, Off, On, Soft Flash, Red-eye reduction Approximate Flash Range: Flash Range: Wide Angle Optical Zoom: 0.15 to 3.9 meters (0.5' to 12.8') Telephoto Optical Zoom: 0.4 to 2.0 meters (1.3' to 6.6') • Flash Continuous Shutter Wide Angle Optical Zoom: 0.26 to 1.68 meters (0.9' to 5.5') Telephoto Optical Zoom: 0.4 to 0.87 meters (1.3' to 2.9') * ISO Sensitivity: “Auto” * Depends on zoom factor. Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . .
■ Power Supply Monitor Screen. . . . . . . . . .2.8-inch Wide TFT color LCD 230,400 (960 × 240) pixels Viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . . .Monitor Screen Timekeeping Functions . . .Built-in quartz digital clock Date and Time: Recorded with image data, Time stamp Auto Calendar: To 2049 World Time. . . . . . . . . . . . .162 cities in 32 time zones City name, date, time, summer time Input/Output Terminals . . .Cradle contact USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .USB 2.0 Hi-Speed compatible Microphone . . .
*2 Continuous Playback Time Standard temperature (23°C (73°F)), one-image scroll approximately every 10 seconds *3 Approximate continuous recording time • The above values are based a new battery, starting from a full charge. Repeated charging shortens battery life. • Frequency of flash, zoom, and Auto Focus usage, and the time the camera is on greatly affects recording time and number of shots values. C Power Consumption . . . . . 3.7 V DC; Approximately 4.3 W Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . 94.
■ Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery (NP-20) ■ Special AC Adaptor (Inlet Type) (AD-C52G) Rated Voltage . . . . . . . . . .3.7 V Rated Capacitance . . . . . .700 mAh Operating Temperature . . .0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F) Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . .33.0(W) × 50.0(H) × 4.7(D) mm (1.3"(W) × 2.0"(H) × 0.19"(D)) Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Approximately 16 g (0.56 oz) Input Power. . . . . . . . . . . . 100 to 240 V AC 50/60Hz 83 mA Output Power . . . . . . . . . . 5.3 V DC 650 mA Dimensions . . . .
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