This manual will show you how to use your FUJIFILM DIGITAL CAMERA FinePix2600 ZOOM correctly. Please follow the instructions carefully.
Warning To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Contents Warning ............................................................ 2 Preface ............................................................. 6 Camera Features and Accessories .................. 7 Nomenclature ................................................... 8 1 Getting Ready PREFACE ........................................................... 11 Selecting the Language .................................. 11 Attaching the Strap .........................................
Preface ■ Test Shots Prior to Photography ■ Notes on Electrical Interference For particularly important photographs (such as weddings and overseas trips), always take a test photograph and view the image to make sure that the camera is functioning normally. h Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd. cannot accept liability for any incidental losses (such as the costs of photography or the loss of income from photography) incurred as a result of faults with this product.
Nomenclature Mode Switch ✽ Refer to the pages in parentheses for information on using the camera features. Still image mode (P.22) Select this mode for still photography. Viewfinder (P.24) Playback mode (P.32) This mode provides playback zoom and multi-frame playback as well as normal single-frame playback. You can also use this mode to erase frames, format SmartMedia and specify DPOF settings. Movie mode (P.47) Shutter button DISP button(P.31, 34) Viewfinder lamp (P.16, 17) button LCD monitor (P.
1 Getting Ready Nomenclature Example of LCD Monitor Text Display : Still image Macro Flash PREFACE Selecting the Language Self-timer White balance Number of remaining shots Attaching the Strap 1 0 2 0 Photography mode File size / Image quality 1 Battery low warning Zoom Bar AF frame Camera shake warning AF warning Date Example of LCD Monitor Text Display : Playback DPOF Playback mode You can use the “SET– UP” screen on this camera to select ENGLISH or FRANCAIS as the LANGUAGE used for screen di
CHARGING AND LOADING THE BATTERIES Use 2 nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH) batteries of the same type. 1 2 3 ✽Lithium, manganese or nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) batteries cannot be used. ◆ Batteries that Can Be Charged ◆ hAA-size Ni-MH batteries Fujifilm HR-3UF: 2 (supplied with the camera or sold separately) Attempting to charge batteries other than those specified for use with the charger (such as manganese, alkaline or lithium batteries) can cause the batteries to burst or leak.
CHARGING AND LOADING THE BATTERIES 4 5 LOADING THE SmartMedia™ SmartMedia™(Sold separately) MG-4S ( 4MB), MG-8S ( 8MB), MG-16S (16MB), MG-32S (32MB), MG-64S (64MB) Install the batteries with the correct polarity as shown. ! Soil (fingerprints, etc) on the terminals of batteries ● 14 can greatly reduce the time for which the batteries provide power. ! When taking pictures, keep a spare set of fully ● charged Ni-MH batteries (sold separately) in reserve.
REMOVING THE SmartMedia™ 1 1 0 SWITCHING ON AND OFF 2 1 1 0 2 0 2 0 Carefully grasp and remove the SmartMedia. Take care to avoid spilling the batteries. 1Check that the indicator in the viewfinder is green and then switch the camera off (➡P.17). 2Always turn the camera so that the battery cover is upwards before sliding the cover open. 16 Never open the Battery cover while the camera is switched on.This could destroy the image file or damage the SmartMedia itself.
SETTING THE DATE AND TIME SWITCHING ON AND OFF 3 4 1 Blank 10 0 3 2 1 0 2 0 Lit Blinking If the date/time setting has been cleared, a confirmation message appears on the LCD monitor. To set the date/time, press the “MENU/OK” button (➡ P.19). H: The DATE/TIME setting screen appears. J: The camera remains in Still image, Movie or playback mode. 18 ! If you do not set the date and time, this confirmation ● screen will appear each time you switch the camera on.
USING THE OPTIONAL AC POWER ADAPTER SETTING THE DATE AND TIME 3 1 0 2 0 4 The “SET–UP” screen reappears. Press the “MENU/OK” button to exit the settings screen. 1Use the “dc” button to select the desired item and then use the “a ([)” and “b (])” buttons to correct the setting. 2When you have finished setting the date and time, press the “MENU/OK” button to confirm the setting. 20 ! If you hold down the “a ([)” or “b (])” button, the ● numbers change continuously.
2 Basic Photography 1 1 0 STILL IMAGE MODE q TAKING PICTURES (AUTO MODE) 2 0 2 3 4 3 0 Ensure that your fingers or the camera strap do not obscure the lens or flash control sensor. 1Set the Mode switch to “q”. 2Open the lens cover. 3Slide the “POWER” switch sideways to switch the camera on. To take pictures using the LCD monitor, press the “DISP” button to switch the LCD monitor on. h Focal range: Approx. 80 cm (2.6 ft.
STILL IMAGE MODE q TAKING PICTURES (AUTO MODE) 6 5 7 8 Beep AF frame To take the picture, press the shutter button down fully without lifting your finger off it. The camera beeps and takes the picture, and the data is then recorded. LCD monitor AF frame When you are using the viewfinder to take a picture at a distance of 0.8 m to 1.5 m (2.6 ft. to 4.9 ft.), only the shaded area in the figure is photographed.
STILL IMAGE MODE q TAKING PICTURES (AUTO MODE) ■ Viewfinder lamp display Display Number of Available Frames Status Lit green Ready to shoot. Blinking green AF/AE in progress or camera shake/AF warning. Lit orange Image being recorded onto the SmartMedia. Blinking orange Flash charging. Blinking red ● SmartMedia warning. No SmartMedia loaded, SmartMedia not formatted, incorrect format, write-protect sticker used, SmartMedia full, SmartMedia error. ● Lens operation error.
USING AF/AE LOCK 1 2 In a shot with this type of composition, the subjects (two people in this case) are not in the AF frame. If the shot is taken at this point, the subjects will not be in focus. 4 Beep Move the camera slightly so that one of the subjects in the AF frame. ◆ AF (Autofocus)/AE (Auto exposure) Lock ◆ On the FinePix2600 ZOOM, when you press the shutter button down half way, the focus and exposure settings are fixed (AF/AE lock).
DIGITAL ZOOM 1 FRAMING GUIDELINE FUNCTION 2 Zoom bar display Scene Digital zoom Optical zoom Movie If the file size (image size) setting is “9” or “0”, you can use the digital zoom. However, this only applies when you are using the LCD monitor to take pictures. ● Digital zoom focal distance (35 mm camera equivalent) 9 : Equivalent to approx. 114 mm – 142 mm (1.25×) 0 : Equivalent to approx. 114 mm – 285 mm (2.5×) Movie: Equivalent to approx. 38 mm – 95 mm (2.
PLAYBACK MODE 1 3 VIEWING YOUR IMAGES (PLAYBACK) 1 0 2 0 2 PLAYBACK ZOOM 1 2 10 0 3 2 0 Frame number DPOF 1Set the Mode switch to “3”. 2You can use “c” and “d” to move forward and backward respectively through your images. 2 Normal playback No text displayed Zoom bar Multi-frame playback If you have specified DPOF settings (➡P.54), the “f” icon is displayed. The LCD monitor display changes each time you press the “DISP” button.
MULTI-FRAME PLAYBACK 1 ERASING SINGLE FRAME 2 1 0 2 0 1 1 0 2 0 2 Normal playback No text displayed Multi-frame playback In playback mode, the display shown on the LCD monitor switches each time you press the “DISP” button. Press the “DISP” button until the multi-frame playback screen (9 frames) appears. You cannot display text during multi-frame playback. ! You cannot use multi-frame playback while a menu ● 34 is displayed. zoom cannot be used with multi-frame playback.
Features 3 Advanced Photography ERASING SINGLE FRAME 3 ADVANCED FEATURES PHOTOGRAPHY The Advanced Features Photography section introduces a range of camera functions that you can access by setting the Mode switch to “q” or “e”. 4 ■ Photography mode specifications Mode swich Press the “MENU/OK” button to erase the displayed image. When erasing is complete, the next image appears and the “ ¨ ” message is displayed. Press “d” or “c” to display the image to be erased.
PHOTOGRAPHY MENU PHOTOGRAPHY MENU OPERATION/SELECTING q AUTO OR q MANUAL 10 0 3 When you are in still image mode (with the Mode switch set to “q”), you can switch to “q AUTO” mode or “q MANUAL” mode from “d OPTION” in the photography menu. 1 AUTO 1Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the menu. 2Use “d” and “c” to select the menu item and “a ([)” and “b (])” to change the setting. 3Press the “MENU/OK” button to confirm the setting.
PHOTOGRAPHY MENU y FLASH : Red-Eye Reduction y Forced Flash Use this mode to ensure that the subject’s eyes appear natural when photographing people in low-light conditions. The flash fires automatically as required by the photography conditions. The flash fires a pre-flash just before the picture is taken and then fires again to take the actual picture.
PHOTOGRAPHY MENU 5 MACRO (CLOSE-UP) PHOTOGRAPHY Selecting Macro mode specifies the following camera settings: h The lens is fixed to the wide-angle zoom setting and only digital zooming is available. h The LCD monitor is fixed to the ON setting. h Switching the camera off cancels Macro mode. You can select Macro mode in the “1 ” and “2” photography modes. Use Macro mode for close-up shots. h Focal range: Approx. 10 – 80 cm (approx.
PHOTOGRAPHY MENU o SELF-TIMER PHOTOGRAPHY 3 PHOTOGRAPHY MENU a EV (EXPOSURE COMPENSATION) ◆ Subjects for Which Exposure 4 Adjustment is Particularly Effective ◆ Guide to using + (positive) compensation The self-timer lamp lights steadily for roughly 5 seconds and then blinks for another 5 seconds, after which the shot is taken. The time until the shutter releases is shown as a countdown bar on the LCD monitor. Self-timer mode is automatically cancelled after each shot.
PHOTOGRAPHY MENU s WHITE BALANCE (SELECTING THE LIGHT SOURCE) AUTO: Automatic adjustment (Shooting to show the ambience of the light source) MOVIE MODE e MOVIE (VIDEO) 1 2 c : Shooting outdoors in fine weather x : Shooting in shade b : Shooting under “Daylight” fluorescent lamps n : Shooting under “Warm White” fluorescent This mode can be selected in the “ 2 ” photography mode.
MOVIE MODE e MOVIE (VIDEO) 4 3 Press the shutter button down fully to start shooting the movie. Zoom bar 5 6 During shooting, “hREC” appears on the LCD monitor and the remaining time is displayed in the top-right corner. 3 In Movie mode, the lens is locked in the wideangle setting and only the digital zoom can be used. You can use “[” and “]” to zoom in and out. A “zoom bar” is displayed on the LCD monitor. ● Digital zoom focal distance (35mm camera equivalent) Approx.
4 Advanced Features Playback 1 PLAYING BACK MOVIES 1 0 2 0 2 1 0 2 0 ■ Playing Back Movies Control Description Playback The movie automatically stops when playback ends. Pause/Resume During playback, press “b(])” to pause playback. Press “b(])” again to resume paused playback. Stop Stops playback. ✽ Press “d” or “c” while movie playback is stopped to go back to the previous file or advance to the next file respectively. Fast forward/Rewind 1Set the Mode swich to “3”.
PLAYBACK MENU g ERASING SINGLE • ALL FRAMES/FORMATTING FRAME 1 10 0 3 2 0 2 Erase only the selected file. ! The file for which “™” was displayed ● cannot be erased. Unprotect the frame using the camera on which the protection was first applied. ! “ ¢ ” is displayed for frames with DPOF ● settings and they cannot be erased (➡P.82). ALL FRAMES All files are erased except those that are protected or that have DPOF settings. Copy any files that you want to keep to your hard disk beforehand.
PLAYBACK MENU f HOW TO SPECIFY PRINT OPTIONS (DPOF) DPOF stands for Digital Print Order Format and refers to a format that is used for recording printing specifications for images shot using a digital camera on media such as the SmartMedia. The recorded specifications include information on which frames are to be printed and how many prints of each frame are required.
PLAYBACK MENU 1 f DPOF SET FRAME 10 0 3 2 0 2 1 0 3 1 0 2 0 When you have finished specifying the DPOF settings, always press the “MENU/OK” button to confirm the settings. If you press the “BACK” button, no DPOF settings are specified. 2 0 You can only specify one print per frame (image) in the DPOF settings. 1Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the menu. 2Use “d” or “c” to select “fDPOF”. 3With “OK” selected, press the “MENU/OK” button.
5 Settings IN SETTINGS USING THE OPTION MENU The “Settings” chapter looks at functions available from “dOPTION” in the “q” still Image, “e” movie and “3” playback. 2 0 10 0 3 ■ List of Settings Using SET–UP 1 0 q Still Image mode q AUTO q MANUAL j QUALITY (P.60) e Movie mode — — — SET–UP LCD BRIGHTNESS (P.61) SET–UP LCD BRIGHTNESS (P.61) 2 0 3 Playback mode — — — SET–UP LCD BRIGHTNESS (P.
dj SETTING THE FILE SIZE AND QUALITY (COMPRESSION RATIO) You can choose any combination of 3 file sizes and 3 image quality settings. Use the table below as a guide to the best settings for your shots. File size FINE NORMAL BASIC 0 (640 × 480) — ! @ # @ 9 (1280 × 960) ! @ 8 (1600 × 1200) 1 0 2 0 2 1 0 2 0 — Quality (compression ratio) Select “FINE” for better image quality and “BASIC” to increase the number of available shots.
SET–UP 6 PC Connection POWER SAVE IN PC CONNECTION PC Connection describes how to set up a USB connection and provides an overview of the functions available using a USB connection. Refer also to the Software Quick Start Guide booklet. DSC Mode This mode provides a simple way to read images from a SmartMedia and store images on to a SmartMedia (➡P.64).
CONNECTING AT DSC MODE 1 1 0 20 0 4 3 0 2 DC IN 3V socket Camera Camera Operation (USB) socket i FinePixViewer automatically starts up. (USB) socket PC 1Switch your computer on. 2Use the special USB cable to connect the camera to your computer. 3Switch the camera on. 1Load a SmartMedia containing photographed images into your camera. 2Slide the Power switch sideways to switch the camera on. 3Set the “USB MODE” setting in the “SET–UP” menu to “DSC” (➡P.58).
CONNECTING AT PC-CAMERA MODE 1 1 0 20 0 4 3 0 2 DC IN 3V socket Camera Camera Operation (USB) socket i FinePixViewer automatically starts up and the Picture Hello window opens (Windows only). (USB) socket PC 1Switch your computer on. 2Use the special USB cable to connect the camera to your computer. 3Switch the camera on. 1Open the lens cover. 2Slide the Power switch sideways to switch the camera on. 3Set the “USB MODE” setting in the “SET–UP” menu to “PC CAM” (➡P.58).
DISCONNECTING FROM THE PC (Important — always use this procedure.) 1 2 Perform the steps shown below before you switch the camera off. This procedure differs depending on the operating system software (or PC) you are using. Windows 2000 Professional Left-click the Eject icon in the taskbar and eject “USB Mass Storage”. 3 1 0 2 0 (USB) socket Windows 98 or 98 SE No PC operation is needed. Windows Me 1Quit all applications (FinePixViewer, VideoImpression, etc.) that are using the camera.
System Expansion Options Accessories Guide e By using the FinePix2600 ZOOM together with other optional FUJIFILM products, your system can be expanded to fill a wide range of uses. e The optional accessories (sold separately) can make taking pictures with the FinePix2600 ZOOM even easier. For information on how to attach and use the accessories, refer to the instructions provided with the accessory used.
Explanation of Terms Accessories Guide AF/AE Lock: On the FinePix2600 ZOOM, pressing the shutter button down half way locks the focus and exposure settings (AF and AE lock). If you want to focus on a subject that is not centered in the frame or change the picture composition after the exposure is set, you can obtain good results by changing the composition after the AF and AE settings are locked. h FD-A2 Floppy Disk Adapter (FlashPath) This adapter is the same size and shape as a 3.5-inch floppy disk.
Notes on Using Your Camera Correctly e Be sure to read this information in conjunction with “Safety Notes” (➡P.88) to ensure that you use your camera correctly. ■ Places to Avoid ■ When the Camera is Unused for Long Periods Do not store or use the camera in the following types of locations : h Very humid, dirty or dusty places. h In direct sunlight or in places subject to extreme temperature rises, such as in a closed car in summer. h Extremely cold places. h Places subject to strong vibration.
Notes on the Power Supply If any liquid at all leaks from the batteries, wipe the battery compartment thoroughly and then load new batteries. If any battery fluid comes into contact with your hands or clothing, flush the area thoroughly with water. Note that battery fluid can cause loss of eyesight if it gets in your eyes. If this occurs, do not rub your eyes. Flush the fluid out with clean water and contact your physician for treatment.
Notes on the SmartMedia™ ■SmartMedia The SmartMedia card supplied with your FinePix2600 ZOOM camera is a new image recording medium developed especially for use in digital cameras. Each SmartMedia card contains a built-in semiconductor memory chip (NAND flash memory) which is used for storing digital image data. Because the data is stored electronically, the stored image data can be erased from the card and new data recorded.
Warning Displays Warning Displayed (Lit red) e The table below lists the warnings that are displayed on the LCD monitor Explanation Remedy The camera battery is low on Replace or recharge the battery. (Flashing red) charge. There is no SmartMedia loaded, or the Load a SmartMedia (3.3-volt). SmartMedia loaded is a 5-volt card. i The SmartMedia is not formatted. i Wipe the contact area on the SmartMedia with a soft dry cloth. It may be necessary to format the i The SmartMedia terminals are SmartMedia.
Troubleshooting Warning Displays Warning Displayed Explanation Remedy There is a print order specified for To erase the image, specify “RESET” as the image you attempted to erase. DPOF setting. Prints were specified for more The maximum number of frames for which than 1000 frames in the DPOF prints can be specified on the same frame settings. SmartMedia is 999. Camera malfunction or fault. The lens cover is not open. i Switch the camera on again, taking care not to touch the lens.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Cause Remedy Can’t use the flash to i The flash is set to Suppressed Flash i Set the flash to Auto, Red-eye Reduction take pictures. mode (The flash is closed). or Forced Flash mode. (Some modes do not allow flash photography.) i The shutter button was pressed while the i Wait until charging is completed before flash was charging. pressing the shutter button. i The battery is exhausted. i Load a new full charged battery.
Specifications System h Model Digital camera FinePix2600 ZOOM h CCD Sensor 1/2.7-inch square pixel CCD Total number of pixels: Approx. 2.11 million; Number of effective pixels: 2.0 million h Image file size 1600 × 1200 pixels (1.92 million pixels)/1280 × 960 pixels/ 640 × 480 pixels h File format Still image: JPEG (Exif Ver.2.
Safety Notes h To ensure that you use your FinePix2600 ZOOM camera correctly, read these Safety Notes and your Owner’s Manual carefully beforehand. h After reading these Safety Notes, store them in a safe place. About the Icons The icons shown below are used in this document to indicate the severity of the injury or damage that can result if the information indicated by the icon is ignored and the product is used incorrectly as a result.
EC Declaration of Conformity Safety Notes CAUTION When charging ends, unplug the charger from the power socket. Leaving the charger plugged into the power socket can cause a fire. Do not use this camera in locations severely affected by oil fumes, steam, humidity or dust. This can cause a fire or electric shock. Do not leave this camera in places subject to extremely high temperatures. Do not leave the camera in locations such as a sealed vehicle or in direct sunlight. This can cause a fire.
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