RECORDING IMAGES RECORDING IMAGES 3. Compose the image on the monitor screen. This section describes the basic procedure for recording an image. Recording a Simple Snapshot Use the snapshot mode to record simple snapshots. Your camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture settings in accordance with the brightness of the subject. 1. Move the POWER ON/ OFF switch to ON. • The focusing range of the camera is approximately 60 cm (23.6˝) to infinity (∞).
RECORDING IMAGES • When performing this step, take care so your fingers do not block the lens or any of the sensors. About the REC Mode Monitor Screen • The image shown on the monitor screen in the REC mode is a simplified image for composing purposes. The actual image is recorded in accordance with the image quality setting currently selected on your camera. The image saved on the memory card has much better resolution and detail than the REC mode monitor screen image.
RECORDING IMAGES Image Recording when Batteries are Low Using Zoom Normally, the camera temporarily stores images you record into buffer memory, and then transfers them to the memory card. This is done in order to shorten the wait time between on the shots. When the battery level is indicated by monitor screen, however, the camera bypasses buffer memory and saves images directly to the memory card. This causes the wait interval between shots to become longer than it usually is.
RECORDING IMAGES To do this: Using the Flash Have the flash fire automatically when required (Auto Flash) The following describes various flash settings you can make to suit the type of image you are trying to record. Always fire the flash (Flash On) Turn off the flash (Flash Off) 1. In a recording mode, press to cycle through the flash mode settings until the one you want is indicated on the monitor screen. Flash mode indicator • Each press of cycles through the available flash modes described below.
RECORDING IMAGES Flash Status Indicators Precautions when Using Flash You can find out the current flash unit status by checking the monitor screen and the operation lamp. • Make sure that you do not touch or block the flash or the exposure sensor with your fingers. Doing so can soil these components and interfere with correct flash operation. Operation lamp Flash Exposure sensor Monitor screen • The effective range for the built-in flash is approximately 0.6m to 2m (2.0´ to 6.
RECORDING IMAGES • The flash unit does not charge when battery power is too low to charge the flash. The (Flash Off) indicator appears to warn you that the flash will not fire correctly, which may affect exposure of the image. Replace batteries as soon as possible when this happens. • White balance is fixed while the flash is being used, so sunlight, fluorescent lighting, or other sources of illumination in the immediate area may affect the coloring of the recorded image.
RECORDING IMAGES • Selecting the macro mode causes the indicator to appear on the monitor screen. • Normally, you should leave the Norma/lMacro selector setting at . Recording Macro Images You can select either normal or macro (close-up) recording using the selector located on the left side of the camera. The table below describes the two settings available with the selector. To do this: Select this setting: Shoot normal images, at a distance of about 60cm (23.
RECORDING IMAGES The frame that is visible inside of the viewfinder indicates the image recorded at a distance of about three meters (9.8´). When the subject is closer or further away than three meters (9.8´), the recorded image will be different from what you see inside the viewfinder frame. When recording a subject that is closer than 10cm (0.4˝) from the lens, set the Normal/Macro selector to .
RECORDING IMAGES Recording Consecutive Images (Continuous Shutter Mode) Recording with the self-timer The self-timer counts down for 10 seconds before releasing the shutter. The continuous shutter mode records images as long as you keep the shutter release button depressed. Note that the length of the interval between images depends on the image quality setting. 1. Align the dial with 1. Align the dial with (self-timer mode). 2.
RECORDING IMAGES 1. Align the dial with Recording an Image Using a Best Shot Mode Scene (Best Shot mode). Selecting one of the 18 Best Shot scenes automatically sets up the camera for recording a similar type of image. ■ Recording Example 2. Use [+] and [–] to select the Best Shot scene you want to use and then press the shutter release button. 3. Compose the image and then press the shutter Select “PORTRAIT” to record the image of a person with vertical (portrait) orientation.
RECORDING IMAGES NOTES Recording a Movie (Movie Mode) • Best Shot scenes were not recorded using this camera. They are provided as samples only. • Images recorded using a Best Shot scene may not produce the results you expected due to shooting conditions and other factors. • The first scene that appears when you enter the Best Shot mode is the one that was on the display when you last exited the mode. • You cannot use exposure compensation (EV shift) in the Best Shot mode.
RECORDING IMAGES IMPORTANT! Specifying Image Size and Quality • The flash does not fire during movie recording. • To view an AVI file under Windows 98 or 2000, install DirectX from the CD-ROM that comes bundled with the camera. You can specify the image size and image quality to suit the type of image you are recording. 1. Align the dial with SET UP. 2. Use [+] and [–] to select “SIZE/QUALITY” and then press the shutter release button. 3.
RECORDING IMAGES IMPORTANT! Exposure Compensation • The values in the table above are all approximate, and are affected by the types of images you record and other factors. • To determine the number of images that can be stored on a memory card of a different capacity, multiply the capacities in the table above, by the appropriate value. • The maximum number of images indicated on the monitor screen is 999.
RECORDING IMAGES [+]: Increases the EV value. A higher EV value is best used for light-colored subjects and backlit subjects. IMPORTANT! • When shooting under very dark or very bright conditions, you may not be able to obtain satisfactory results even after performing exposure compensation. [–]: Decreases the EV value. A lower EV value is best for dark-color subjects and for shooting outdoors on a clear day.
RECORDING IMAGES None (auto) Selecting White Balance Selecting the right type of white balance can help to make the colors of a subject appear most natural under the type of lighting that is available. 1. In a recording mode, press WB to change : White balance adjusted automatically.
PLAYBACK PLAYBACK You can use the camera’s built-in monitor screen to play back recorded images. NOTES • Holding down [+] or [–] scrolls images at high speed. • In order to allow for faster playback image scrolling, the image that initially appears on the monitor screen is a preview image, which is of somewhat lower quality than the actual display image. The actual display image appears about three seconds after the preview image. This does not apply to images copied from another digital camera.
PLAYBACK Playing a Movie Enlarging the Playback Image Use the following procedure to play back a movie recorded in the movie mode. Perform the following procedure to zoom the image currently on the monitor screen. 1. Align the dial with 1. Align the dial with (play mode). 2. Use [+] and [–] to scroll through the movies in (play mode). 2. Use [+] and [–] to scroll through images until camera memory until you find the one you want. the one you want is displayed. 3.
PLAYBACK Press this button: Displaying the 9-image View Scroll the enlarged image to the right. To do this: [+] Scroll the enlarged image to the left. The following procedure displays nine images on the monitor screen at the same time. [–] Exit image enlargement 1. Align the dial with Shutter release 2. Press IMPORTANT! (play mode). . • This displays the 9-image view. • You cannot enlarge a movie image.
PLAYBACK 3. Use [+] and [–] to move the selection frame to Selecting a Specific Image in the 9-image View the image you want to display, and then press the shutter release button. • This displays the full-size version of the image you selected. 1. Display the 9-image screen. 2. Press DISP. • This causes a selection frame to appear on the display.
DELETING IMAGES DELETING IMAGES You can delete images individually (displayed image), or you can delete images in memory that are not protected. Deleting the Displayed Image Use the following procedure when you want to delete the image that is currently on the monitor screen. IMPORTANT! • Note that image deletion cannot be undone. Once you delete an image, it is gone. Make sure you really do not need an image anymore before you delete it.
DELETING IMAGES 5. Press the shutter release button to delete the Deleting All Images image. The following procedure deletes all unprotected images currently in memory. NOTE • The camera does not maintain open spaces in its memory. Deleting an image causes images following the deleted image to be shifted up to fill in the empty space. Note, however, that file names are not changed. 1. Align the dial with SET UP. 2. Use [+] and [–] to select “DELETE/FORMAT” and then press the shutter release button.
MANAGING IMAGES MANAGING IMAGES This section contains information about how images are stored in memory. It also explains how you can specify print settings. Files The names assigned to files are based on the current date, as shown below. Example: 26th image shot on November 7 Folders and Files Month Your camera automatically creates a directory of folders on the memory card to store images. Day 11070026.
MANAGING IMAGES To configure printing for a particular image DPOF The letters “DPOF” stand for “Digital Print Order Format”, which is a format for recording on a memory card or other medium which digital camera images should be printed and how many copies of the image should be printed. Then you can print on a DPOF-compatible printer or at a professional print service from the memory card in accordance with the images and number of copies settings recorded on the card. 1. Align the dial with SET UP. 2.
MANAGING IMAGES 4. If the memory card is already configured with To print all images DPOF settings, use [+] and [–] to select “RESET” or “EDIT” and then press the shutter release button. To do this: Delete the existing settings Edit the existing settings 1. Align the dial with SET UP. 2. Use [+] and [–] to select “PRINT ORDER” and Select this option: then press the shutter release button. RESET 3. Use [+] and [–] to select “ALL IMAGES” and EDIT then press the shutter release button. 5.
MANAGING IMAGES 5. Use [+] and [–] to specify the number of copies PRINT Image Matching you want to print and then press the shutter release button. This camera supports PRINT Image Matching, which means that images recorded with it include information about the mode settings, camera setup, etc.
OTHER SETTINGS OTHER SETTINGS Changing the Display Language Turning the Confirmation Beep On and Off You can use the following procedure to select one of six languages as the display language. Perform the following steps to turn the button confirmation beep on and off. 1. Align the dial with SET UP. 1. Align the dial with SET UP. 2. Use [+] and [–] to select “LANGUAGE” and 2. Use [+] and [–] to select “BUZZER” and then then press the shutter release button. press the shutter release button. 3.
OTHER SETTINGS Specifying the Opening Screen Selecting the USB Mode Use the following procedure to specify the format of the opening screen that appears whenever the camera is turned on or off. The USB port of your camera supports both mass storage class and image class. Use the following procedure to select the mode that suits the type of USB connection you need. 1. Align the dial with SET UP. 1. Align the dial with SET UP. 2. Use [+] and [–] to select “OPENING” and then 2.
CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT The camera is equipped with a USB port, which you can use to connect to a computer. Computer page 73 page 78 USB port IMPORTANT! • Be sure to turn off both the camera and the other equipment before making any connections. • Check the documentation that comes with your other equipment for information you may need to know when making connections.
CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT IMPORTANT! Transferring Images to a Computer • The PC mode of this camera may not be compatible with certain computers. • Operation is not guaranteed when the camera is connected to a USB hub or expansion USB board. The CD-ROM that comes bundled with your camera contains a copy of Photo Loader, which is an application that lets you transfer the contents of the camera’s memory to your computer quickly and easily.
CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT USB cable (bundled) 5. Import the images to the computer. Small connector (Mini-B) 6. After image data transfer is complete, disconnect the USB cable. USB port • For details, see “Disconnecting the USB Cable” (page 75). USB port • Take care when connecting the USB cable to the camera. The USB port and the cable plug are shaped for proper positioning, so make sure you position the plug correctly when inserting it into the port.
CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT Disconnecting the USB Cable Using a Memory Card to Transfer Image Data Windows Me or 98 In addition to the cable connections described in the previous sections, you can also exchange data between your camera and computer by reading it directly from the memory card. The Photo Loader software that comes on the bundled CD-ROM disc automatically reads the images from the memory card and stores them in folders on your computer’s hard disk.
CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT ■ Computer Equipped with a PC Card Slot For this configuration, you will need to purchase a separately available CASIO PC Card Adapter (CA-10). See the instructions that come with the PC Card Adapter for information about how to use it. Memory Card Data Images recorded with this camera and other data are stored on the memory card using DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) protocol.
CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT Memory Card File Structure Image Files Supported by the Camera <¥DCIM¥> • Image files recorded with the CASIO GV-10 Digital Camera • DCF protocol image files 100_MMDD MMDD0001.JPG MMDD0002.JPG MMDD0003.AVI (Parent Folder) (Image Folder) (Image File) (Image File) (Movie File) ... * Certain DCF functions may not be supported. * It may take a long time to display an image recorded with another type of camera. 101_MMDD 102_MMDD (Image Folder) (Image Folder) ...
CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT • We also strongly recommend that after transferring data from a memory card to other external storage you reformat the memory card and delete its contents before using it to store more images. Using the Camera as a PC Camera You can connect your camera to a PC and use it as a PC camera for video conferencing, Web chatting, etc. IMPORTANT! • The PC camera mode operation is not supported for the Apple Macintosh. To connect to a computer 1.
CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT USB cable (bundled) 6. After you are finished, disconnect the USB Small connector (Mini-B) cable. • For details, see “Disconnecting the USB Cable” (page 75). USB port Other Requirements USB port You also need to obtain and install video conferencing software in order to use the camera as a PC camera.
CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT PC Camera Mode Precautions • This camera is not supplied power from your computer over the USB cable. The camera must be supplied power from its own power supply. • Make image size and frame rate settings on your computer. • Use the procedures described in the documentation that comes with your PC camera application to perform PC camera operations.
REFERENCE REFERENCE SET UP Menu The following shows the settings available on the SET UP menu.
REFERENCE Troubleshooting Possible Cause Problem Power does not turn on. 1. Batteries are not oriented correctly. 2. Batteries are dead. Recording Power 3. Wrong AC adaptor type being used. Action 1. Orient batteries correctly (page 30). 2. Replace batteries with a full set of new ones (page 30). 3. Use only an AD-C620/C630 AC adaptor. Camera suddenly powers down. 1. Auto Power Function activated (page 37). 2. Batteries are dead. 1. Turn power back on. 2.
Other Playback Recording REFERENCE Problem Possible Cause Action Recorded images are not saved in memory. 1. Camera powers down before the save operation is complete. 2. Opening of the memory card slot cover before the image save operation is complete. 1. If the indicator is on the monitor screen, replace batteries with a full set of new ones as soon as possible. 2. Keep the memory card cover closed until the image save operation is complete.
REFERENCE Other Problem Cannot transfer images or perform PC camera operations after connecting to a computer with the USB cable. Possible Cause 1. Wrong USB mode is selected. Action 1. Select the USB mode that suits the operation you are trying to perform (page 71). 2. Install the USB driver in accordance with the “Bundled Software User’s Manual”. 3. Turn on the camera (page 37). 2. USB driver is not installed. 3. Camera is turned off.
REFERENCE Messages DIAL ERROR Battery power is low. Indicates that the dial is positioned between two settings (icons). Correctly position the dial at the setting you want to use. NO IMAGES ON THIS There are currently no images in memory. MEMORY CARD! RECORD ERROR Image data save operation failed. Record the image again. DECODE ERROR • Image is a format (JPG, AVI) that is not supported by this camera. • Image file is corrupted or the file is a type that cannot be displayed by this camera.
REFERENCE MEMORY CARD Some problem occurred with the memory card. PerERROR! form the following steps to correct it. RESTART CAMERA.. FORMAT IF THIS Important! MESSAGE APPEARS Performing this procedure deletes all files on the AGAIN., memory card. Before proceeding, try transferring FORMAT recoverable files to a computer or some other SHUTTER storage device. 1. Press the shutter release button to delete the image.
REFERENCE Movie (320 x 240 pixels) Specifications Description ......................... Digital camera Imaging Element ................ 1/3.2-inch CCD (Total Pixels: 1.31 million) Lens .................................... F2.8; f = 4.6mm (equivalent to 35mm lens for 35mm film) Recorded Image Size ........ 1600 x 1200 pixels, 1280 x 960 pixels, 640 x 480 pixels Zoom ................................... Digital zoom: 2X Image size is 640 x 480 pixels when digital zoom is used.
REFERENCE Aperture .............................. F2.8, F9.7, auto switching Battery Life The values noted below indicate the number of hours before battery failure under normal operating temperature (25°C). These values are for reference only, and do not guarantee that any particular set of batteries actually will provide the service life indicated. Low temperatures shorten battery life. White Balance .................... Automatic, fixed (4 modes) Self-timer ............................
REFERENCE Standard Accessories ...... 8MB CompactFlash memory card, Strap; lens cap; cap holder; USB cable; CD-ROM; four LR6 alkaline batteries; User’s Guide (English), Bundled Software User’s Manual, Basic Reference (Spanish, German, Portuguese, Chinese, Arabic) • This camera does not have a separate battery to power its clock.
