Getting Ready Using the Camera Advanced Features • Photography • Playback • Movie OWNER’S MANUAL This manual will show you how to use your FUJIFILM DIGITAL CAMERA FinePix F31fd correctly. Please follow the instructions carefully.
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Contents Warning................................................................. 2 IMPORTANT ......................................................... 3 EC Declaration of Conformity................................ 4 Disposal of Electric and Electronic Equipment in Private Households...................................... 5 Contents................................................................ 6 Preface.................................................................. 9 About this Manual ..................
Using p-MODE MENU (Photography)/ SHOOTING MENU ........................................ 72 Setting the p-MODE MENU (Photography) .......................................... 72 Setting the SHOOTING MENU ................... 72 p-MODE MENU (Photography) ......................... 75 Changing the sensitivity setting (S ISO) ................................................... 75 Changing the quality setting ( QUALITY) ..........................................
Contents Camera Connection Connecting to a TV ........................................... 120 Connecting Camera Directly to Printer — PictBridge Function ..................................... 121 Software Installation Installation on a Windows PC ........................... 126 Installation on a Mac OS X ............................... 129 Connecting to a PC ........................................... 132 Using FinePixViewer................................. 135 Appendices System Expansion Option.........
Preface Z Test Shots Prior to Photography For important photographs (such as weddings and overseas trips), always take a test shot and view the image to make sure that the camera is working normally. • FUJIFILM Corporation 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.
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About this Manual Icons indicate the modes that are available. e Macro (Close-up) Use this mode to take close-up shots. Available Photography modes: q, s,
Accessories Included • Rechargeable Battery NP-95 (1) • CD-ROM (1) Software for FinePix CX • Strap (1) • AC Power Adapter AC-5VC (1 set) • Owner’s Manual (this manual) (1) Attaching the strap Attach the strap as shown in 1 and 2. When attaching the strap, move the fastener to adjust the length and slightly away from the end of the strap, as shown in figure 1.
Camera Parts and Features • Refer to the pages in parentheses for information on using the camera parts or features. / A Shutter button B Mode dial C Lens (lens cover) D POWER button E Flash (p.62) F AF-assist illuminator (p.35)/Self-timer lamp (p.66) G Infrared port (p.87) H Terminal cover I Microphone J A/V OUT (Audio/Visual output) socket (p.120) K USB socket L DC IN 5V socket (p.18) M Indicator lamp (p.31) N 4-direction (nopq) button O LCD monitor P Speaker Q Tripod mount R W (Wide zoom) button (p.
Example of LCD Monitor Text Display Z Photography mode A ( Self-timer (p.65) B e Macro (close-up) (p.61) C C Flash (p.62) D s Photography mode (p.48) E Battery level indicator (p.19) F High-speed shooting (p.80) G f Continuous shooting (p.81) H AF frame (p.29) I Date/Time (p.23) J Shutter speed (p.59) K Aperture (p.57) L ) Photometry (p.78) M 9 White balance (p.79) N 5N Quality mode (p.76) O Number of available frames (p.164) P FinePix COLOR (p.77) Q { AF warning (p.29) R | Camera shake warning (p.
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Loading the Battery Battery is required to operate the digital camera. At first, load the battery in the camera. 1 Open the battery cover. Z Compatible battery Rechargeable Battery NP-95 (1) Terminals Indicator CAUTION • The battery is not fully charged at shipment and must be fully charged before being used. • Do not stick labels onto the battery as this could cause the battery to become jammed inside the camera.
3 Load the battery. Make sure that the indicators are aligned. Push the battery release catch aside while loading the battery. Check that the battery is firmly held in place. Close the battery cover. Getting Ready 2 Battery release catch Indicators CAUTION Load the battery in the correct direction.
Charging the Battery The battery is not fully charged at shipment and must be fully charged before being used. Connecting the AC power adapter to the camera A Plug the AC power adapter connector into the DC IN 5V socket on the camera. B Plug the connecting cable into the AC power adapter. C Plug the connecting cable into the power outlet. 18 CHECK Loading the Battery (➝p.16) CAUTION Always check that the camera is turned off.
When connection is completed, battery charging begins. Charging ends after about 4 hours. Checking the battery charge Turn the camera on and check the battery level indicator on the LCD monitor. Getting Ready Camera operation during charging Indicator lamp CHECK Indicator lamp [During charging] Lit red [Charging completed] Off [Charging error] Blinking red (➝p.
Loading the xD-Picture Card Although you can store pictures in the camera’s internal memory, you can store many more images on the xDPicture Card (sold separately). There is a slot for the xDPicture Card inside the battery compartment. 1 3 Close the battery cover. Open the battery cover. How to replace the xD-Picture Card 2 Insert an xD-Picture Card. Gold marking Gold contact area 20 Align the gold marking with the gold contact area, then insert an xD-Picture Card completely.
CAUTION MEMO • The size of an image file varies depending on the subject. For this reason, the number recorded may not represent the actual number of frames. • See p.164 for information on the standard number of available frames. Z About internal memory FinePix F31fd has internal memory that can store images without xD-Picture Card. Y appears on the LCD monitor when internal memory is active. Getting Ready • When storing xD-Picture Cards, make sure that they are kept out of the reach of children.
Turning On and Off Turning the camera on in Photography mode Press POWER down fully to turn the camera on. Press POWER again to turn the camera off. MEMO Changes between Photography mode and Playback mode Press w during shooting to change to Playback mode. Press the shutter button down halfway to return to Photography mode. CAUTION • The lens moves and the lens cover opens when turning the camera on in Photography mode. Take care not to obstruct the lens.
2 Set the date and time. DATE / TIME NOT SET When using the camera for the first time after purchasing, the language, date, and time are cleared. Set the language, date, and time. 1 Getting Ready Setting the language, date, and time YY.MM.DD screen appears when turning the camera on. SET 1. 1 12:00 AM NO A Press p or q to select Year, Month, Day, Hour, or Minute. START MENU / LANG. B Press n or o to correct the setting. SET NO MEMO A Press n, o, p, or q to select the language.
Turning On and Off 3 MEMO Change the date format. DATE / TIME NOT SET DD . MM . YY MM / DD / YY 10 / 24 / 2006 YY . MM . DD SET 10:00 AM NO A Press p or q to select the date format. B Press n or o to set the format. C Always press MENU/OK after the settings are completed. Date format ex. October 24, 2006 YY.MM.DD: 2006.10.24 MM/DD/YY: 10/24/2006 DD.MM.YY: 24.10.2006 24 START MENU screen also appears when the battery has been removed and the camera has been left for a long period.
Correcting the Date and Time 2 Open the SET-UP menu. SET - UP SHOOTING MENU HIGH-SPEED SHOOTING CONTINUOUS SET-UP Display the DATE/TIME screen. Getting Ready 1 OFF OFF DATE / TIME BEEP VOLUME SHUTTER VOLUME PLAYBACK VOLUME LCD BRIGHTNESS FORMAT A Press MENU/OK to open the menu. A Press p or q to select B Press n or o to select U SET-UP. B Press o to move to menu item. C Press q. C Press n or o to select . DATE/TIME. D Press q. See “2 Set the date and time.” (➝p.23).
Selecting the Language 1 2 Open the SET-UP menu. screen. SET - UP SHOOTING MENU HIGH-SPEED SHOOTING CONTINUOUS SET-UP Display the OFF OFF AUTO POWER OFF TIME DIFFERENCE BACKGROUND COLOR VIDEO SYSTEM RESET ENGLISH 2 MIN NTSC A Press MENU/OK to open the menu. A Press p or q to select B Press n or o to select U SET-UP. B Press o to move to menu item. C Press q. C Press n or o to select . D Press q. See “1 screen appears when turning the camera on.” (➝p.23). 26 .
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Taking Pictures (q AUTO Mode) This section describes the basic operations. Holding the camera correctly 1 Brace your elbows against your sides and hold the camera with both hands. Turn the camera on. A Press POWER to turn the camera on. Do not cover the lens or flash with your fingers. CAUTION B Set the Mode dial to q. 28 • Moving the camera while shooting gives a blurred picture (camera shake). Hold the camera steadily with both hands.
2 Check the composition on the LCD monitor. To adjust zoom scale using the Zoom button: 3 Focus on the main subject in the AF frame and press the shutter button down halfway. AUTO N 25 T button (Zoom in) N 25 AUTO N 25 250 AF frame Halfway pressed Zoom bar F 5.6 Using the Camera AUTO W button (Zoom out) AF frame becomes smaller and camera focuses on the subject. CHECK • Focal range Approx. 60 cm (2.0 ft.) to infinity • Optical zoom focal length (35 mm camera equivalent) Approx.
Taking Pictures (q AUTO Mode) 4 Press the shutter button fully. Double beep Flash Click When pressing the shutter button down halfway, b appears on the LCD monitor before the flash fires. 250 Halfway pressed Fully pressed F 5.6 Change the flash mode when you want to take pictures without flash. See p.62 for information on flash. CAUTION When taking a picture using the flash, the image may disappear and go dark briefly due to flash charging. The indicator lamp blinks orange during charging.
Z Indicator lamp display The indicator lamp lights or blinks when pressing the shutter button, etc. The indicator lamp shows the camera status.
Taking Pictures (q AUTO Mode) Using Intelligent Face Detection when taking pictures B Press the shutter button down fully to take pictures. Intelligent Face Detection allows you to focus on and adjust the brightness of people’s faces. Intelligent Face Detection is effective with the camera held horizontally or vertically.
CAUTION Taking pictures with the focus and exposure locked AUTO N 25 Using the Camera • If the camera or subject move as the picture is taken, the subject’s face may move out of the Intelligent Face Detection frame. • When the camera is detecting multiple faces, the green frame is set around the face near the center. If you want to focus on another subject, move the camera so that the new subject is in the center of the screen.
Taking Pictures (q AUTO Mode) 3 Using AF/AE lock 1 Move the camera slightly so that one of the subjects is in the AF frame. AUTO Continue to hold the shutter button down halfway. Move the camera back to the original image and press the shutter button fully. Click N 25 250 F 5.6 Fully pressed 2 Press the shutter button down halfway to focus on the subject. Double beep 250 Halfway pressed 34 F 5.6 MEMO • AF/AE lock can be applied repeatedly before the shutter is released.
Subjects not suitable for autofocus FinePix F31fd uses a high-precision autofocusing mechanism. However, it may have difficulty focusing on the following: • • • • • Use this illuminator to focus on the subject in dimly lit conditions. When pressing the shutter button down halfway, the camera fires the AF-assist illuminator (white) while focusing on your subject.
Taking Pictures (q AUTO Mode) Adjusting the shot composition Select the LCD monitor display. Press DISP/BACK to change the LCD monitor display. Best framing Position the main subject at the intersection of two lines in this frame or align one of the horizontal lines with the horizon. Use this frame as a guide to the subject’s size and the balance of the shot while composing a shot. AUTO N 25 MEMO AUTO N 25 Text displayed Always use AF/AE lock when composing a shot.
Viewing the Images Playback your images to check them. For important photographs, always take a test shot and view the image to make sure that the camera is working normally. Select the LCD monitor display. Press DISP/BACK during Playback mode to change the LCD monitor display. Using the Camera Setting the camera to Playback mode Press w during shooting to change to Playback mode. 100-0001 N ISO 100 When the camera is off, press w for about 1 second to turn the camera on in Playback mode.
Viewing the Images Single-frame playback 100 - 0001 N ISO 100 Playback zoom 1 Zoom in / Zoom out. To zoom in an image during single-frame playback: W button (Zoom out) 10 / 24 / 2006 1000 F2.8 T button (Zoom in) 10:00 AM To select the required image: Press p: last image Press q: next image Zoom bar Intelligent Face Detection When playing back images taken with Intelligent Face Detection (➝p.32) ( appears on the screen), press (Intelligent Face Detection).
Z Zoom scales Multi-frame playback Quality mode 5 (2848 × 2136 pixels) Max. zoom scale Approx. 4.5× Approx. 4.7× 3 (2048 × 1536 pixels) Approx. 3.2× 2 (1600 × 1200 pixels) Approx. 2.5× Using the Camera % (3024 × 2016 pixels) Multi-frame playback screen (9 frames) appears on the LCD monitor. Select required frame from the 9 frames. Intelligent Face Detection ZOOM BACK The image taken using Intelligent Face Detection (➝p.32) ( appears on the screen).
Viewing the Images Sorting by date In sorting by date mode, you can view all images taken on the same day. 2006 10 / 22 10 / 23 10 / 24 Selecting the date 2006 10 / 22 10 / 23 10 /24 14 1 / 14 A Press n, o, p, or q to move the cursor (colored frame) to the selecting frame. A Press n, o, p, or q to move the cursor (colored frame) to on the upper left frame. B Press p to display the selecting date. B Press MENU/OK to enlarge the image.
Erasing the Images/Movies Use this mode to erase unnecessary images or movies to have ample free space on the xD-Picture Card or internal memory. Your camera calls images “frames”. /n) (n) erases images easily. ERASE OK? OK PLAYBACK MENU ERASE IMAGE ROTATE PROTECT COPY VOICE MEMO TRIMMING CANCEL A Press MENU/OK to open the PLAYBACK MENU. SET A Press p or q to select the erasing image.
Setting the camera to w Playback mode (➝p.37) Erasing Erasing the the Images/Movies Images/Movies Erasing one frame at a time (FRAME) PLAYBACK MENU ERASE IMAGE ROTATE PROTECT COPY VOICE MEMO TRIMMING FRAME ALL FRAMES ERASE OK? YES D Press n or o to select FRAME or ALL FRAMES. CANCEL A Press p or q to select the erasing frame (file). E Press MENU/OK to confirm the setting. B Press MENU/OK to erase the currently displayed frame (file). MEMO To erase another frame (file), repeat above steps.
Setting the camera to w Playback mode (➝p.37) Erasing all frames (ALL FRAMES) YES CANCEL Using the Camera ERASE ALL OK? IT MAY TAKE A WHILE MEMO • When using an xD-Picture Card, the images in the xDPicture Card are erased. When not using an xDPicture Card, the images in the internal memory are erased. • Protected frames (files) cannot be erased. Unprotect the frames (files) before erasing them (➝p.96). • If “DPOF SPECIFIED. ERASE OK?” or “DPOF SPECIFIED.
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Using the Photography Functions — Procedure of Setting q Auto This is the easiest mode for taking pictures (➝p.48). 1 /? Scene position Select the best Shooting mode for the scene being shot (➝p.48). Picture Stabilization Used for selecting a fast shutter speed that reduces camera shake and movingsubject blurring (➝p.56).
Using the Photography Functions — Procedure of Setting 2 Specify the photography settings. Pressing buttons or selecting menu allows you to specify photography functions. You can obtain the best result for shooting. Intelligent Face Detection button D Exposure compensation button e (p) Macro button d (q) Flash button * (o) Self-timer button 46 Z Specifying functions using buttons Intelligent Face Detection Pressing this button allows you to focus on people’s faces (➝p.32).
Z Specifying functions using p-MODE MENU (p button) S ISO Use to specify required sensitivity setting (➝p.75). Use to specify required image size (➝p.76). FinePix COLOR Use to specify required color tone (➝p.77). PHOTOMETRY TWHITE BALANCE Use to adjust the color tone (only s or
Setting the Shooting Mode /? SCENE POSITION You can select the most suitable setting according to the subject by selecting one of the Shooting modes. This mode provides the best Scene position setting for the scene being shot. Choose from 15 types of scene. q AUTO This is the easiest mode for providing crisp and clear shots. Use this mode for ordinary photography. Select the Scene position setting in the SCENE POSITION menu. Set the Mode dial to /?.
Z Selecting Scene position setting NATURAL LIGHT SHOOTING MENU A Press MENU/OK to open the menu. B Press n or o to select POSITION. SCENE CHECK Flash cannot be used in the Natural light mode. C Press q. Advanced Features — Photography SCENE POS NATURAL LIGHT HIGH - SPEED SHOOTING NATURAL & CONTINU PORTRAIT SET - UP LANDSCAPE SPORT NIGHT This mode produces beautiful images that retain the natural ambience when shots are taken in low-light conditions.
Setting the Shooting Mode NATURAL & d This mode shoots 2 images continuously without flash and with flash. Shooting with flash allows you to take a picture of a main subject brightly. Shooting without flash produces beautiful images that retain the natural ambience. This mode is useful for shooting 2 different types of pictures at the same time. H PORTRAIT Use this mode for photography to get beautiful skin tones and soft overall tone.
. SPORT Use this mode to take pictures of a moving subject. It gives priority to faster shutter speeds. Z Setting the Long exposure setting Selecting the Long exposure setting allows you to take a picture of a main subject in low-light condition. You can select shutter speeds from 1 to 15 seconds in this mode. 1 Select the Long exposure setting. CHECK When setting . Sport mode, the camera sets to High-speed shooting mode (➝p.80) automatically. / NIGHT ( FRAME NO.
Setting the Shooting Mode 2 FIREWORKS Select the exposure time. M EXPOSURE TIME N 25 ISO 200 SET 1.0" A Press D. B Press p or q to select the exposure time. C Press D to confirm the setting. 52 Use this mode to shoot fireworks. It is effective for taking more vivid shots of fireworks with a slow shutter. CHECK • Flash cannot be used in the Fireworks mode. • Shutter speed setting: 1/2 sec. to 4 sec. • Use a tripod to prevent camera shake in the Fireworks mode.
Z Selecting the exposure time setting EXPOSURE TIME N 25 SUNSET Use this mode to shoot sunset, making the colors more vivid. A Press D. B Press p or q to select the exposure time. C Press D to confirm the setting. Advanced Features — Photography SET 2.0" SNOW Use this mode to prevent darkening images and provide crisp, clear shots, when shooting at snowy scene where the whole screen appears white.
Setting the Shooting Mode BEACH Use this mode to prevent darkening images and provide crisp, clear shots, when shooting at beach under strong sunlight. UNDERWATER Use this mode for shooting with a waterproof case. It is effective for taking more vivid shots of ocean blue. MUSEUM Use this mode for taking pictures in places such as museum where the use of flash and making an operation sound and a shutter sound are restricted.
FLOWER TEXT Use this mode to shoot documents and white board. It is effective for taking clearer shots of letters. CHECK CHECK • Flash cannot be used in the Flower mode. • Focal range Wide angle: Approx. 5 cm to 2 m (2.0 in. to 6.6 ft.) Telephoto: Approx. 30 cm to 2 m (1.0 ft. to 6.6 ft.) Focal range Wide angle: Approx. 5 cm to 2 m (2.0 in. to 6.6 ft.) Telephoto: Approx. 30 cm to 2 m (1.0 ft. to 6.6 ft.
Setting the Shooting Mode Picture Stabilization Use this mode to select a fast shutter speed that reduces camera shake and moving-subject blurring. Set the Mode dial to .
Z Selecting the Shooting mode setting < APERTURE PRIORITY AE This is an automatic mode to set the aperture. Use this mode to have the area in front of and behind the subject out of focus (large aperture) or have both near and far subjects in focus (small aperture). SHOOTING MENU N 25 ISO 200 A Press MENU/OK to open the menu. 250 B Press n or o to select MODE. SETTING APERTURE F5.6 SHOOTING C Press q. A Press D to select SETTING APERTURE.
Setting the Shooting Mode CAUTION N 25 ISO 200 4 SET F8 4 When the correct exposure cannot be obtained with selected aperture setting, the shutter speed appears in red. When this occurs, adjust the aperture setting again. Aperture By adjusting the aperture, you can change the depth of focus (depth of field). Selecting a larger number of aperture (closed) obtains a larger depth of focus. Selecting a smaller number of aperture (open) has the area in front of and behind the subject out of focus.
M SHUTTER PRIORITY AE CAUTION This is an automatic mode to set the shutter speed. Use this mode to freeze a moving subject (fast shutter speed) or convey the impression of movement (slow shutter speed). F2.8 2.8 SET F 2.8 1000 0 When the correct exposure cannot be obtained with selected shutter speed, the aperture setting appears in red. When this occurs, adjust the shutter speed again. Lit red 250 SETTING SHUTTER SPEED F2.8 N 25 ISO 200 A Press D to select SETTING SHUTTER SPEED.
Setting the Shooting Mode s MANUAL Shutter speed When shooting a moving subject, you can either “freeze the motion” or “capture the sense of movement” by adjusting the shutter speed. Fast Slow Freezes the motion of the subject. Photographs the traces left by the subject’s movement. This is an automatic mode to specify the settings except for the shutter speed and aperture setting. Set the Photography functions to manual to easily control yourself. Set the Mode dial to s.
e Macro (Close-up) Use this mode to take close-up shots. Available Photography modes: q, s,
d Setting the Flash (Intelligent Flash) Flash photography is useful for taking pictures at night or indoor dark locations. Choose from 6 flash modes according to the type of shot. See p.63 for information on the available Photography modes. AUTO Auto flash (not displayed) Use this mode for ordinary photography. The flash fires as required by the shooting conditions.
c SLOW SYNCHRO, n RED EYE & SLOW List of available flash modes in each Photography mode AUTO b d C q ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ s ✓ c n ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ < ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ M ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ CAUTION ✓ In bright scenes, overexposure may occur. ✓ H ✓ . ✓ ✓ , ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ / ✓ ✓ Advanced Features — Photography This mode allows you to take pictures of people at night that clearly show both your subjects and the night time backdrop. To prevent camera shake, always use a tripod.
d Setting the Flash (Intelligent Flash) CHECK Effective flash range (S : AUTO) Wide-angle: Approx. 60 cm to 6.5 m (2.0 ft. to 21.3 ft.) Telephoto: Approx. 60 cm to 3.5 m (2.0 ft. to 11.5 ft.) If you take pictures outside of the effective flash range, the image may appear dark even if the flash is used. CAUTION Notes on using flash • If pressing the shutter button while the flash is charging (indicator lamp blinking orange), the picture will be taken without the flash (when using AUTO and b).
* Self-Timer The self-timer is used in situations where the photographer is included in the shot. Available Photography modes: All Setting self-timer AUTO N 25 The last displayed setting is the selected mode. OFF : The picture is taken after 10 seconds. (: The picture is taken after 2 seconds. 1 Press the shutter button down halfway to focus on the subject and press the shutter button fully.
* Self-Timer 2 Take pictures in selected time. A picture is taken after the self-timer lamp changes from lit to blinking (only blinks with the 2-second selftimer). Using the 2-second self-timer This is useful when you worry about camera shake even if attaching the camera on a tripod. MEMO • To stop the self-timer, once it has started running, press DISP/BACK.
Taking pictures with the selftimer and Intelligent Face Detection function Available Photography modes: q, , H, , , , , ) , /? ( 2 To activate Intelligent Face Detection press once. To turn Intelligent Face Detection off, press again. 3 Press the shutter button all the way down (fully pressed). , 1 Set the self-timer. The self-timer setting changes each time you press * (o).
* Self-Timer 4 Take pictures in selected time. During the timer countdown, the camera detects people’s faces. Just as the picture is taken, the camera focuses on and adjusts the brightness of people’s faces. A picture is taken after the self-timer lamp changes from lit to blinking (only blinks with the 2-second selftimer). 9 68 A countdown appears on the LCD monitor indicating the time remaining until the picture is taken. CHECK See p.32 for Intelligent Face Detection.
Adjusting the Image Brightness (D Exposure Compensation) Use this menu for shots to get the correct brightness (exposure), such as shots with extremely high contrast between the subject and the background. Available Photography modes: s,
Adjusting the Image Brightness (D Exposure Compensation) positive (+) compensation negative (–) compensation Guide to compensation • Backlit portraits: +2/3 EV to +1 2/3 EV • Very bright scenes (such as snowfields) and highly reflective subjects: +1 EV CHECK • Compensation range: –2 EV to +2 EV (13 steps in 1/3 EV increments) • Explanation of Terms “EV” (➝p.
j Increasing Monitor Brightness Use this function to increase the brightness of the LCD monitor temporarily when you have difficulty seeing the monitor in low-light conditions or in daylight. Increasing the LCD monitor brightness AUTO N 25 blinks on the LCD monitor when the function is on. • This function is automatically canceled after each shot. • This function is purely for checking the composition of your shot. It does not increase the brightness of the image.
Using p-MODE MENU (Photography)/SHOOTING MENU Use these menus to adjust image quality or focus. You can take pictures in a wide range of conditions. Setting the p-MODE MENU (Photography) MODE MENU ISO QUALITY Setting the SHOOTING MENU SHOOTING MENU SHOOTING MODE PHOTOMETRY MULTI WHITE BALANCE SPOT HIGH - SPEED SHOOTING AVERAGE CONTINUOUS AF MODE F N 5 10 FRAMES 10 19 25 122 A Press MENU/OK to open the SHOOTING MENU. B Press n or o to select the menu. A Press p to open the p-MODE MENU. C Press q.
Z List of p-MODE MENU options Menu S ISO (➝p.75) Functions Settings QUALITY (➝p.76) Specifies the image size. The larger image size, the better image quality is obtained. The smaller image size, the larger number of images are recorded. FinePix COLOR (➝p.77) Specifies required color tone. STD/ This mode is effective for taking more vivid shots or black and white shots.
Using p-MODE MENU (Photography)/SHOOTING MENU Z List of SHOOTING MENU options Menu Functions Settings Factory default This setting can be used when the Mode dial is set to /?. / /H/,/./ SCENE POSITION Use this setting to provide the best photography menu setting for the scene // / / / / (➝p.48) being shot. / / / / This setting can be used when the Mode dial is set to
p-MODE MENU (Photography) Changing the sensitivity setting (S ISO) MEMO • Sensitivity is retained even when the camera is turned off or the mode setting is changed. • When anything other than s,
p-MODE MENU (Photography) Changing the quality setting ( QUALITY) Use this menu to specify the image size (number of recorded pixels). Select the quality setting for the scene being shot. Setting the menu (➝p.72) Area shot and quality setting Area shot excluding % AUTO N 25 Area shot with % AUTO 25 Z Quality settings in Photography mode Quality mode Sample uses 5 F (2848 × 2136) Printing at up to 10R (25.4 × 30.5 cm/ 5 N (2848 × 2136) 10 × 12 in.
Setting the menu (➝p.72) Changing the FinePix COLOR setting ( FinePix COLOR) Use this menu to specify required color tone. It is effective for taking vivid shots or black and white shots. FinePix COLOR settings The contrast and color saturation STD are set to standard. p-STANDARD Use this mode for normal photography. p-CHROME The contrast and color saturation are set to high. This mode is effective for taking more vivid shots of subjects such as scenery (blue sky and greenery) and flowers.
SHOOTING MENU Selecting light metering method ( PHOTOMETRY) Available Photography modes: s,
Setting the menu (➝p.72) Adjusting color balance (T WHITE BALANCE) Available Photography modes: s,
SHOOTING MENU M N 25 ISO AUTO AUTO(1600) (1600) OVER Setting the menu (➝p.72) Set the exposure compensation again, using a negative value (–) when [OVER] appears and a positive value (+) when [UNDER] appears (➝p.69). OVER or UNDER Focusing the shot quickly ( HIGH-SPEED SHOOTING) Available Photography modes: q, s,
Setting the menu (➝p.72) Taking pictures continuously ( CONTINUOUS) Use this mode to take pictures of a moving subject. SHOOTING MENU h: LONG PERIOD continuous shooting k: FINAL 3 continuous shooting f: TOP 3 continuous shooting Advanced Features — Photography SHOOTING MODE PHOTOMETRY WHITE BALANCE LONG PERIOD HIGH - SPEED SHOOTING FINAL 3 CONTINUOUS TOP 3 AF MODE OFF CAUTION • Number of available frames is limited depending on the available space on the xD-Picture Card or internal memory.
Setting the menu (➝p.72) SHOOTING MENU f TOP 3 continuous shooting k FINAL 3 continuous shooting Available Photography modes: q, s,
Setting the menu (➝p.72) h LONG PERIOD continuous shooting Available Photography modes: q, s,
SHOOTING MENU MULTI CONTINUOUS When pressing the shutter button down halfway, the camera recognizes any strongly contrasting subject near the center of the LCD monitor and displays the AF frame over subject in focus. Use this setting to take pictures of a moving subject. The camera continues to focus on the main subject in the AF frame.
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Using p-MODE MENU (Playback)/PLAYBACK MENU Use these menus to play back photographed images. Setting the p-MODE MENU (Playback) A Set the camera to Playback mode (➝p.37). MODE MENU IR COMMUNICATION SLIDE SHOW PRINT ORDER (DPOF) Setting the PLAYBACK MENU A Set the camera to Playback mode (➝p.37). PLAYBACK MENU ERASE IMAGE ROTATE PROTECT COPY VOICE MEMO TRIMMING B Press MENU/OK to open the PLAYBACK MENU. B Press p to open the p-MODE MENU. C Press n or o to select the menu.
p-MODE MENU (Playback) Sending and receiving images ( IR COMMUNICATION) MODE MENU Sending image data Sending image data to a FUJIFILM digital camera is shown as an example here. You can send the data to another device in the same way. IR COMMUNICATION TRANSMIT CANCEL RECEIVE A Turn the camera on. IR COMMUNICATION SLIDE SHOW PRINT ORDER (DPOF) B Press p or q to select the sending frame (file). A Press w to set the camera to Playback mode (➝p.37).
p-MODE MENU (Playback) Setting the menu (➝p.86) Receiving the image data IR COMMUNICATION CONNECTING Receiving the image data from a FUJIFILM digital camera is shown as an example here. You can receive data from another device in the same way. IR COMMUNICATION CANCEL D Press p to begin transmission. When transmission is completed, “TRANSMISSION COMPLETED” will appear on the LCD monitor. TRANSMIT CANCEL RECEIVE A Turn the camera on.
Setting the menu (➝p.86) CAUTION IR COMMUNICATION CONNECTING CANCEL CHECK You can receive image data by simply pressing buttons as the order below. p ➝ p ➝ MENU/OK MEMO When playing back an image received from another camera, will appear in the LCD monitor. Advanced Features — Playback D Press MENU/OK to begin transmission. When transmission is completed, “DATA RECEIVED” will appear on the LCD monitor. • Movie images cannot be transmitted. • Image data may be compressed when transmitted.
p-MODE MENU (Playback) Setting automatic playback ( SLIDE SHOW) Use this mode to play back photographed images continuously. You can select playback interval and type of image transition. Setting the menu (➝p.86) DPOF set frame ( PRINT ORDER (DPOF)) You can specify the image, number of prints, with or without date of printing with a DPOF-compatible printer.
Setting the menu (➝p.86) Z u PRINT ORDER (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 an xD-Picture Card. The recorded specifications include information on which frames are to be printed. This section gives a detailed description of how to order your prints with FinePix F31fd. *Some printers do not support date and time imprinting or specification of the number of prints.
p-MODE MENU (Playback) WITH DATE / WITHOUT DATE Selecting WITH DATEE, E appears on the LCD monitor and the date will be imprinted on your prints. PRINT ORDER (DPOF DPOF) DPOF : 00009 Total number of prints Setting for that frame Setting the menu (➝p.86) MEMO Canceling DPOF setting A Press p to open the p-MODE MENU and press n or o to select PRINT ORDER (DPOF). B Press q. C Press n or o to select WITH DATE E or WITHOUT DATE and press MENU/OK to display the print order screen.
Setting the menu (➝p.86) MEMO Intelligent Face Detection • When DPOF settings were specified on another camera. PRINT ORDER (DPOF) DPOF DPOF : 00000 RESET DPOF OK? 00 SHEETS FACE COUNT FRAME YES SET NO CAUTION When DPOF settings are set to the images taking with the Intelligent Face Detection (➝p.32) ( appears on the screen), press (Intelligent Face Detection), the frame appears around the detected face, and then the number of the detected faces is set to print number.
p-MODE MENU (Playback) RESET ALL To cancel all DPOF settings: RESET DPOF OK? YES CANCEL Select RESET ALL in the p-MODE MENU (➝p.90). Press MENU/OK. MEMO 100 - 0001 N ISO 100 5 / 24 / 2006 1000 F2.8 10:00 AM u appears on the LCD monitor during playback when the image has specified DPOF settings.
PLAYBACK MENU Setting the menu (➝p.86) Rotating the images ( IMAGE ROTATE) IMAGE ROTATE When shooting in the vertical position, the image appears horizontal on the LCD monitor. Use this mode to rotate an image and to display correct direction. Your camera calls images “frames”. CAUTION MEMO An image can be rotated only when playing back using FinePix F31fd. You may not be able to rotate images that were shot with a camera other than the FinePix F31fd. CANCEL E Press n or o to rotate the image.
PLAYBACK MENU Intelligent Face Detection When shooting a person in a vertical position, press (Intelligent Face Detection) to rotate to display the correct direction. Setting the menu (➝p.86) Protecting the images ( PROTECT) Use this mode to prevent frames (files) from being accidentally erased. Your camera calls images “frames”.
Setting the menu (➝p.86) MEMO To stop the procedure midway SET ALL SET ALL OK? IT MAY TAKE A WHILE CANCEL YES CANCEL If the images are very large, protecting or unprotecting all the frames (files) may take some time. If you want to take a picture or record a movie during the procedure, press DISP/BACK. CAUTION RESET ALL The Format function erases all the frames (files), including protected frames (files) (➝p.117).
PLAYBACK MENU Setting the menu (➝p.86) Copying the images (V COPY) Copying one frame at a time (FRAME) COPY It is possible to transfer saved images between the internal memory and an xD-Picture Card. Your camera calls images “frames”. INTERNAL MEMORY CARD FRAME CARD INTERNAL MEMORY ALL FRAMES Z Selecting COPY YES CANCEL COPY INTERNAL MEMORY CARD CARD INTERNAL MEMORY A Press n or o to select FRAME. NEXT B Press MENU/OK. CANCEL A Press n or o to select Y INTERNAL MEMORY ➡ \ CARD or \ CARD ➡ Y INT
Setting the menu (➝p.86) Copying all frames (ALL FRAMES) COPY INTERNAL MEMORY CARD FRAME CARD INTERNAL MEMORY ALL FRAMES Adding voice memos to the images ( VOICE MEMO) Voice memos of up to 30 seconds can be added to still images. Recording voice memos YES CANCEL B Press MENU/OK to open the PLAYBACK MENU. B Press MENU/OK. C Press n or o to select VOICE MEMO. C Press MENU/OK to copy all the frames (files). D Press q. Advanced Features — Playback A Press n or o to select ALL FRAMES.
PLAYBACK MENU Setting the menu (➝p.86) REC STANDBY START FINISH 30s CANCEL REC F The voice memo ends when pressing MENU/OK midway or 30 seconds pass. E Press MENU/OK to start recording. The remaining recording time appears during recording. RECORDING 28s To record your comment: press MENU/OK. To rerecord the comment: press DISP/BACK.
Setting the menu (➝p.86) Z Playing back voice memos Playing back voice memo A Press p or q to select an image file with a voice memo. # appears on the LCD monitor. B Press o to start playing back the voice memo. STOP The playback time appears on the LCD monitor along with a progress bar. PAUSE Description Playback begins. The voice memo stops when playback ends. Pause / Resume Pauses the voice memo during playback. Press o again to resume playback. Stop Stops playback.
Setting the menu (➝p.86) PLAYBACK MENU Adjusting volume of voice memos Volume can be adjusted while playing back voice memos. Trimming the images ( TRIMMING) Use this mode to trim the required part of the photographed image. VOLUME 7 CHECK Before selecting frame (file). SET CANCEL A Press MENU/OK while playing back voice memo. The voice memo is paused during playback. B Press n or o to adjust the volume. C Press MENU/OK to confirm your selection. Camera starts to play back the voice memo.
Setting the menu (➝p.86) MEMO TRIMMING Navigation screen (Current displayed image) YES CANCEL C Press MENU/OK. 3 Printing at up to 6R (15.2 × 20.3 cm/6 × 8 in.) / A5 size 2 Printing at up to 4R (10.2 × 15.2 cm/4 × 6 in.) / A6 size ` To use for e-mail or web site • When % quality setting is selected, the image is trimmed to normal size (4:3 aspect ratio). CAUTION REC OK? You may not be able to trim images that were shot with a camera other than FinePix F31fd.
PLAYBACK MENU Setting the menu (➝p.86) Intelligent Face Detection TRIMMING TRIMMING YES 104 CANCEL Images taken with the Intelligent Face Detection (➝p.32) ( appears on the screen). Press (Intelligent Face Detection), the face that is focused on is zoomed in to help crop the main subject. To specify a cropped part of the image according to preference, specify and adjust according to the procedure in TRIMMING.
r Recording Movies Use this mode to record movies with sound. 1 Set the camera to r Movie mode. Z Zooming the image You must zoom beforehand as you cannot zoom during recording. Set the Mode dial to r. STANDBY 13s Zoom bar STANDBY 13s The available recording time appears on the LCD monitor. CHECK • Optical zoom focal length Approx. 36 mm to 108 mm (35 mm camera equivalent) Max. zoom scale: 3× • Focal range Approx. 60 cm (2.0 ft.
r Recording Movies 2 CHECK Recording movies Record movies. REC 12s • Specifications: Motion JPEG (➝p.166), Monaural sound • Quality selection method: % (640 × 480 pixels) $ (320 × 240 pixels) • Frame rate (➝p.166): 30 frames per second (fixed) MEMO Fully pressed Press the shutter button down fully to start recording. During recording, lREC and a counter that shows the remaining time appear on the LCD monitor.
Changing movie size Press p to open the p-MODE MENU. MODE MENU QUALITY 13s 26s MEMO • The quality setting is retained even when the camera is turned off or the mode setting is changed. • In r Movie mode, you cannot set the S (sensitivity) setting and FinePix COLOR setting. • See p.164 for information on recording times per xDPicture Card or internal memory. CAUTION B Press n or o to change the setting. C Press MENU/OK to confirm the setting. Advanced Features — Movie A Press q.
w Playing Back Movies Setting the camera to w Playback mode (➝p.37) Z Playing back movies Control 100 - 0002 Playback 100/ 24 10 / 24/ 2006 / 2006 PLAY 10:00 11:00AM AM Pause / Resume Pauses the movie during playback. Press o again to resume playback. Stop Stops playback. Press p or q while playback is stopped to go back to the previous file or advance to the next file respectively. Fast forward / Rewind Press p or q during playback to skip forwards or backwards through the movie.
Setting the camera to w Playback mode (➝p.37) MEMO If the subject of the shot is very bright, white vertical streaks or black horizontal streaks may appear in the image during playback. This is normal. Adjusting volume of movies Volume can be adjusted while playing back movies. VOLUME CAUTION • You may not be able to play back some movie files recorded on other cameras.
U SET-UP Using the SET-UP menu 1 Open the SET-UP menu. B Press n or o to select U SET-UP. DATE / TIME BEEP VOLUME SHUTTER VOLUME PLAYBACK VOLUME LCD BRIGHTNESS FORMAT OFF A Press n or o to select the menu. C Press q. Change the page. B Press q. Different type of screen appears depending on selected item. SET - UP AUTO POWER OFF TIME DIFFERENCE BACKGROUND COLOR VIDEO SYSTEM RESET Change the setting. SET - UP A Press MENU/OK to open the menu.
How to use the SET-UP menu (➝p.110) SET-UP menu option Setting Display Factory default Explanation Page Sets the way for displaying the check image screen (photograph result) after taking a picture. The color tones in images recorded may differ from actual color. Play back the recorded images to check them. 113 Specifies whether frame numbers are assigned consecutively from previous numbers or begin again. 114 3 SEC/1.5 SEC/ ZOOM (CONTINUOUS) 1.5 SEC FRAME NO. CONT./RENEW CONT.
U SET-UP How to use the SET-UP menu (➝p.110) Setting Display Factory default ENGLISH AUTO POWER OFF OFF/2 MIN/ 5MIN 2 MIN TIME DIFFERENCE Page Specifies the language used for LCD monitor display. 26 Sets the time of turning camera off when camera is not used. 118 Specifies the time difference settings. 118 N/I N BACKGROUND COLOR – – Specifies the colors of menu and background. – VIDEO SYSTEM NTSC/PAL – Specifies whether video output is set to NTSC or PAL.
How to use the SET-UP menu (➝p.110) C Press MENU/OK to take another picture. The image is recorded automatically. IMAGE DISP. Use this setting to set the way for displaying the check image screen (photograph result) after taking a picture. 3 SEC/1.5 SEC: The image appears for about 3 or 1.5 seconds and is then recorded. ZOOM (CONTINUOUS): The image appears enlarged. Use this mode to check details of image. CAUTION Z Enlarging images • When ` quality setting is selected, the image cannot be enlarged.
U SET-UP How to use the SET-UP menu (➝p.110) CHECK FRAME NO. Frame number Use this function to specify whether frame numbers are assigned consecutively from previous numbers or begin again. 100 - 0001 File number A B * Formatted xD-Picture Card or internal memory used for both A and B. CONT. : Pictures are stored beginning from the highest file number stored on the last xD-Picture Card or internal memory used.
How to use the SET-UP menu (➝p.110) MEMO DIGITAL ZOOM Use this function to shoot enlarged images than maximum optical zoom scale. When zooming changes between optical and digital, the position of the “ ” indicator stops. Press the same Zoom button again to start the “ ” indicator moving again. CAUTION AUTO Zoom bar Using the digital zoom allows you to enlarge your subject and shoot it. However, it will lower your image quality. Set the digital zoom when requiring it.
U SET-UP How to use the SET-UP menu (➝p.110) LCD MODE PLAYBACK VOLUME Use this function to set the LCD monitor display to the fine mode or power save mode. Use this function to adjust volume while playing back movie and voice memo. Z POWER SAVE The LCD monitor darkens when camera is not used for 10 seconds. When this function is active, you can save power and get the maximum possible running time from your battery.
How to use the SET-UP menu (➝p.110) LCD BRIGHTNESS FORMAT Use this function to adjust the LCD monitor brightness. Initialize (format) the xD-Picture Card or internal memory for use with the camera. BRIGHTNESS FORMAT FORMAT OK? 0 ERASE ALL DATA OK SET CANCEL CANCEL SET B Press MENU/OK to confirm the setting. A Press p or q to select OK. B Pressing MENU/OK initializes the xDPicture Card or internal memory. Settings A Press n or o to adjust the LCD monitor brightness.
U SET-UP How to use the SET-UP menu (➝p.110) AUTO POWER OFF TIME DIFFERENCE When this function is active and the camera remains unused for 2 or 5 minutes, it turns camera off. Use this function when you want to get the maximum possible running time from your battery. Use this function when traveling to destinations in different time zones. This function sets a time difference relative to the date and time currently set.
2 Move to TIME DIFFERENCE screen. CHECK Available time setting –23:45 to +23:45 (in 15-minute increments) SET - UP ENGLISH AUTO POWER OFF 2 MIN TIME DIFFERENCE HOME BACKGROUND COLOR LOCAL VIDEO SYSTEM RESET Set time difference. N 25 11:00 AM In the time difference setting, when you change to the Photography mode, I and the date is displayed for 3 seconds, the date display turns yellow.
Connecting to a TV When connecting to a TV, images can be displayed on wider screen. Using slide show function (➝p.90) together, you can have fun with folks. Plug the A/V cable (included) into the A/V OUT (Audio/Visual output) socket of the camera. A/V OUT socket Video (yellow) AC-5VC To terminals Audio (white) Plug the other end of the cable into the audio/video input socket on the TV. 120 CAUTION MEMO • Plug the A/V cable (included) and the AC power adapter correctly and push them in each terminal.
Connecting Camera Directly to Printer — PictBridge Function When a printer that supports PictBridge is available, images can be printed by connecting the camera directly to the PictBridge-compatible printer without a PC. B Connect the camera to a printer and turn the printer on. Press POWER to turn the camera on. “ USB” appears on the LCD monitor. USB Connecting to a printer A Connect the camera to your printer using the USB cable (included).
Connecting Camera Directly to Printer — PictBridge Function Specifying images for printing (PRINT WITH DATE / PRINT WITHOUT DATE) PRINT THESE FRAMES TOTAL : 9 SHEETS PICTBRIDGE TOTAL : 00002 YES D Press MENU/OK again to download the data to the printer and start printing the specified number of prints. 02 SHEETS FRAME OK CANCEL SET MEMO A Press p or q to display the frame (file) for specifying PRINT setting. B Press n or o to set a value. Up to 99 sheets are printed.
Printing with DPOF setting (u PRINT DPOF) PRINT DPOF OK? TOTAL : 9 SHEETS PICTBRIDGE PRINT WITH DATE PRINT WITHOUT DATE PRINT DPOF YES CANCEL D Press MENU/OK again to download the data to the printer and start printing the specified frames (files) continuously. A Press DISP/BACK to open the menu. CHECK To select uPRINT DPOF, the DPOF settings must be specified on FinePix F31fd beforehand (➝p.90). B Press n or o to select u PRINT DPOF. Even when WITH DATEE is specified in the DPOF settings (➝p.
Connecting Camera Directly to Printer — PictBridge Function MEMO MEMO PRINTING DPOF setting can be specified for images on internal memory. CAUTION CANCEL Press DISP/BACK to cancel the printing. Depending on the printer, the printing may not be canceled immediately or printing may stop midway through. When printing stops midway, briefly turn the camera off and then on again. Disconnecting the printer A Check that “PRINTING” is not displayed on the camera’s LCD monitor. B Turn the camera off.
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Installation on a Windows PC Pre-installation checklist Z Hardware and software requirements To run this software, you must have the hardware and software described below. Check your system before you begin the installation.
Z Recommended system Operating System Windows XP CPU 2 GHz Pentium 4 or better recommended RAM 512 MB or better recommended Hard disk space 2 GB or better Display 1024 × 768 pixels or better, Highest (32 bit) Internet connection Broadband (ADSL, FTTH, CATV, etc.) CAUTION • Connect the camera directly to the PC using the USB cable (included). The software may not operate correctly when you use an extension cable or connect the camera via a USB hub.
Installation on a Windows PC Do not connect the camera to your PC until the software installation is completed. 1 Install FinePixViewer as instructed in the Quick start guide. Installing other applications You may see messages for installing ImageMixer VCD2 LE for FinePix. Install this application as directed by the on-screen instructions. 2 Launching the installer manually A Double-click the “My Computer” icon. * Windows XP users should click “My Computer” in the “Start” menu.
Installation on a Mac OS X Pre-installation checklist Z Hardware and software requirements To run this software, you must have the hardware and software described below. Check your system before you begin the installation. Compatible Mac*1 Power Macintosh G3*2, PowerBook G3*2, Power Macintosh G4, iMac, iBook, Power Macintosh G4 Cube, PowerBook G4, Power Macintosh G5, MacBook, MacBook Pro, or Mac mini Operating System Mac OS X (compatible with version 10.3.9 to 10.4.
Installation on a Mac OS X 130 1 Turn your Macintosh on and start up Mac OS X. Do not launch any other applications. 2 When the bundled CD-ROM is loaded into the CD-ROM drive, the “FinePix” icon appears. Double-click the “FinePix” icon to open the “FinePix” volume window. 3 4 Double-click on “Installer for MacOSX”. The Installer setup dialog appears. Click the [Installing FinePixViewer] button.
9 The ImageMixer VCD2 LE for FinePix installer automatically starts up and a window showing the installation progress appears (Installation may take several minutes). 10 The “FinePixViewer installation completed” 13 Select “Other...” from “When a camera is connected, open”. 14 Select “FPVBridge” from “FinePixViewer” folder in the “Applications” folder and click the [Open] button. message dialog appears. Then click exit button and close it.
Connecting to a PC By connecting the camera to a PC, your system can be expanded to fill a wide range of uses. Using “FinePixViewer” performs images saving, browsing and file management etc. ; USB socket MEMO If the power cuts out during data transmission, the data will not be transmitted correctly. Always use the AC power adapter when connecting the camera to a PC. AC-5VC Refer to Software Installation (➝p.126, 129) the first time you connect the camera to your PC. Install the software first.
CAUTION D Set a PC. • FinePix F31fd is compatible with PTP (Picture Transfer Protocol). A PTP-compatible camera is a camera which can recognize the PC and printer automatically when connected. • Always use the FUJIFILM AC Power Adapter AC-5VC. If the camera suddenly loses power during data exchange, the xD-Picture Card or internal memory could be damaged. • Do not disconnect the USB cable (included) when the camera is communicating with a PC.
Connecting to a PC Windows XP A The “Found New Hardware” help message appears in the bottom-right corner of your screen. This message will close when the settings are completed. No action is required. Disconnecting the camera 1 Windows Once the image has been saved, the window below appears (Save Image Wizard window). To disconnect the camera, click the [Remove] button. CAUTION This step is not required for subsequent connections.
2 Using FinePixViewer A Press POWER to turn the camera off. B Unplug the USB cable (included) from the camera. ; USB socket Mastering FinePixViewer For all information on FinePixViewer functions, refer to “How to Use FinePixViewer” in the Help menu for details. • What is explained in “How to Use FinePixViewer”... “How to Use FinePixViewer” covers a range of topics, including batch processing and ordering prints.
Connecting to a PC Uninstalling the software Only perform this operation when you no longer require the installed software or when the software was not installed correctly. E When the message appears, click the [OK] button. Check your selection carefully since the process cannot be canceled once you click the [OK] button. Windows A Check that the camera is not connected to the PC. B Quit all currently running applications. C Open the “My Computer” window.
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System Expansion Option By using FinePix F31fd together with other optional FUJIFILM products, your system can be expanded to fill a wide range of uses. Accessory availability may vary by country. Please check with your local Fujifilm representative to confirm product availability.
Accessories Guide Visit the FUJIFILM web site for the latest information on camera accessories. http://www.fujifilm.com/products/digital/index.html Accessory availability may vary by country. Please check with your local Fujifilm representative to confirm product availability. • xD-Picture Card Use the following xD-Picture Cards: 16MB/32MB/64MB/128MB/256MB/512MB/1GB/2GB There are two types of xD-Picture Card: standard type and Type M (containing “M” in the model number, such as DPC-M1GB).
Accessories Guide • Image Memory Card Reader DPC-R1 The DPC-R1 provides a quick and easy way to transfer images back and forth between your PC and an image memory card (xD-Picture Card and SmartMedia). The DPC-R1 uses the USB interface for highspeed file transfer. -Compatible with xD-Picture Card of 16 MB to 512 MB, and SmartMedia of 3.3 V, 4 MB to 128 MB. • PC Card Adapter DPC-AD The PC Card Adapter allows the xD-Picture Card and SmartMedia to be used as a PC Card Standard ATA-compliant (PCMCIA 2.
Using Your Camera Correctly Read this information and the “Safety Notes” (➝p.174), to make sure you use your camera correctly.
Power Supply and Battery Notes on the Battery (NP-95) This camera uses the Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery NP-95. Note the points below when using the rechargeable battery. Take particular care to read the Safety Notes to make sure that you use the battery correctly. * When shipped, the NP-95 is not fully charged. Always charge the NP-95 before using it. • When carrying the NP-95, install it in a digital camera. Z Battery Features • The NP-95 gradually loses its charge even when not used.
Z Battery Life At normal temperatures, the NP-95 can be used at least 300 times. If the time for which the NP-95 provides power shortens markedly, this indicates that the NP-95 has reached the end of its effective life and should be replaced. Notes on storage The Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery NP-95 is both compact and capable of storing large quantities of power. However, if it is stored for long periods while charged, the performance of the battery can be impaired.
Power Supply and Battery AC Power Adapter Always use the AC Power Adapter AC-5VC with the camera. The use of an AC power adapter other than AC-5VC can be damaged to your digital camera. • Use the AC power adapter for indoor use only. • Plug the connection cord plug securely into the DC input terminal of the FUJIFILM Digital camera. • Turn off the FUJIFILM Digital camera before disconnecting the cord from the FUJIFILM Digital camera’s DC input terminal. To disconnect, pull out the plug gently.
Notes on the xD-Picture Card™ and the Internal Memory Z Image Memory Card • This Image Memory Card is a new image recording media (xD-Picture Card) developed for digital cameras. The Image Memory Card consists of a semiconductor memory (NAND-type flash memory) to record digital image data. The recording process is electrically performed and enables erasure of existing image data as well as rerecording of new image data.
Notes on the xD-Picture Card™ and the Internal Memory • The xD-Picture Card may feel warm when it is removed from the camera after taking pictures. This is normal. • Do not put labels on the xD-Picture Card. Peeling labels can cause the camera not to work properly. Z Specifications Type Memory type Conditions for use MEMO • There are two types of xD-Picture Card: standard type and Type M (containing “M” in the model number, such as DPC-M1GB).
Warning Displays The table below lists the warnings that are displayed on the LCD monitor. Warning Displayed (Lit red) V (Blinking red) | Explanation There is a strong likelihood of camera shake because the shutter speed is slow. Use flash photography. A tripod may be recommended, depending on the scene and mode. The AF (autofocus) cannot work effectively. • If the image is too dark, take the picture at a distance of around 2 m (6.6 ft.) from the subject. • Use AF lock to take the picture (➝p.34).
Warning Displays Warning Displayed Explanation • Wipe the contact area on the xD-Picture Card with a soft, dry cloth. It may be necessary to format the xD-Picture Card (➝p.117). If the message still appears, replace the xD-Picture Card. • Camera fault. • The xD-Picture Card is damaged. • Contact your FUJIFILM dealer. The internal memory or xD-Picture Card is full. Erase some images in internal memory or xDPicture Card (➝p.41), or use an xD-Picture Card that has ample free space. CARD ERROR \ CARD FU
Warning Displayed TOO MANY FRAMES Explanation • An attempt was made to erase a protected file. PROTECTED FRAME # ERROR \ NO IMAGE Y NO IMAGE ` CAN NOT TRIM CAN NOT TRIM DPOF FILE ERROR • An attempt was made to add a voice memo to protected file. • An attempt was made to rotate a protected file. • Protected files cannot be erased. Remove the protection. • Protected files cannot be added to voice memos. Remove the protection. • Protected files cannot be rotated. Remove the protection.
Warning Displays Warning Displayed Explanation • Check that the USB cable (included) is connected correctly. • Check that your printer is turned on. • When using infrared transmission function, transmit the image data within the camera’s or another device’s transmission range. • An attempt was made to send a movie by IR communication. • Transmission was disconnected during IR communication. • A movie cannot be sent. • Do not move the camera out of the transmission distance.
Troubleshooting Z Getting ready Matters Problems Nothing happens when pressing POWER. Battery and power supply Battery runs out quickly. Power cuts out during operation. Possible causes Solutions Page The battery has run out. Charge the battery or load fully charged battery. 16, 18, 142 The battery is loaded backward. Load the battery in the corrected direction 17 The battery cover is not closed securely. Close the battery cover securely.
Troubleshooting Matters Problems Possible causes There is no battery in the camera. Solutions Load the battery. Charging does not The battery is loaded backward. Load the battery in the correct direction. begin. The camera and AC power adapter are not Connect the camera and AC power connected correctly. adapter correctly. Charging a battery The indicator lamp The battery terminals are soiled. blinks during charging and the battery won’t The battery can no longer be recharged. charge.
Z Shooting Matters Basic operations Problems No photograph is taken when pressing the shutter button. Possible causes Solutions Page The xD-Picture Card or internal memory is full. Insert a new xD-Picture Card or erase some unnecessary frames. 20, 41 The xD-Picture Card or internal memory is not formatted. Format the xD-Picture Card or internal memory on the camera. 111, 117 The xD-Picture Card contact area is soiled. Wipe the xD-Picture Card contact area with a soft, dry cloth.
Troubleshooting Matters Problems Possible causes Solutions The shutter button was pressed while the Wait until the charging is completed before flash was charging. pressing the shutter button. The Shooting mode is set to , or . Cannot use the flash. Flash , ,, , Change the Shooting mode. The battery has run out. Continuous shooting is selected. Set continuous shooting to OFF. 81 The flash is set to C SUPPRESSED FLASH mode. Set to another flash mode excluding the C SUPPRESSED FLASH mode.
Matters Problems Possible causes AC power adapter was connected or Photographed disconnected during turning the camera Recording images images or movies on. are not recorded. Continuous shooting Only 1 frame can A picture is taken using self-timer when be shot even setting FINAL 3 or LONG PERIOD though continuous continuous shooting mode. shooting mode was set. Solutions Page Connect or disconnect the AC power adapter only when the camera is off.
Troubleshooting Z Playing back Matters Problems Possible causes The camera volume is set too low. Playing back movie / voice memo The camera does The microphone was blocked during not emit any shooting/recording. sound. There is something covering the speaker during playback. Erasing FRAME Some frames may be protected. does not erase the frame. Erasing Frame No. 156 Solutions 102, 109, 116 Take care not to block the microphone during shooting/recording.
Z Connecting Matters Problems Possible causes The camera is not connected to the TV correctly. Connecting to TV The included A/V cable was connected There is no image during movie playback. or sound on the “TV” is selected as the TV input. TV. The video output setting is incorrect. The TV image is black and white. PC does not Connecting to PC recognize the camera. Connecting to printer Cannot print with PictBridge. Solutions Page Connect the camera and TV correctly.
Troubleshooting Z Others Matters Problems Possible causes Camera malfunction may be caused temporarily. Camera operation etc. Nothing happens when pressing the buttons on the The battery has run out. camera. The camera no longer works correctly. 158 Camera malfunction may be caused temporarily. Solutions Page Briefly remove the battery or disconnect the AC power adapter. Then reload the battery or reconnect the AC power adapter and try again.
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Specifications System Model Digital camera FinePix F31fd Effective pixels 6.3 million pixels CCD 1/1.7-inch Super CCD HR Storage media Internal memory (approx. 26 MB)/xD-Picture Card (16/32/64/128/256/512 MB/1 GB/2 GB) File format Still image: DCF-compliant Compressed: Exif ver.2.
System Sensitivity AUTO/AUTO(400)/AUTO(800)/AUTO(1600)/Equivalent to ISO 100/200/400/800/1600/3200 Photometry TTL 256-zones metering Multi, Spot, Average Exposure control Program AE/Aperture priority AE/Shutter priority AE Scene position (NATURAL LIGHT), (NATURAL & d), H (PORTRAIT), , (LANDSCAPE), .
Specifications System 162 White balance Automatic scene recognition/Preset (Fine, Shade, Fluorescent (Daylight), Fluorescent (Warm White), Fluorescent (Cool White), Incandescent) /Custom Self-timer Approx. 2 sec./10 sec. Flash type Auto flash Effective range: (S: AUTO): Wide-angle: approx. 60 cm-6.5 m (2.0 ft.-21.3 ft.) Telephoto: approx. 60 cm-3.5 m (2.0 ft.-11.5 ft.) Macro: approx. 30 cm-80 cm (1.0 ft.-2.6 ft.
Input/Output Terminal A/V OUT (Audio/Visual output) NTSC/PAL-type (with monaural sound) Digital input/output USB 2.0 High-Speed/PTP (Picture Transfer Protocol) DC input socket AC Power Adapter AC-5VC (included)/AC-5VX (sold separately) Power Supply and Others Power supply Guide to the number of available frames for battery operation Rechargeable Battery NP-95 Battery Type NP-95 (1800 mAh) Number of frames Approx.
Specifications Z Standard number of available frames/recording time per xD-Picture Card and internal memory The number of available frames, recording time or file size varies slightly depending on the subjects photographed. Note also that the divergence between standard number of frames and the actual number of frames is greater for xD-Picture Cards with higher capacities. Quality setting Number of recorded pixels Image data size Internal memory (approx. 26 MB) 164 5F 5N 2848 × 2136 3.
If you shoot using the xD-Picture Cards with model numbers containing “M” such as DPC-M1GB, movie recording time may be reduced if you repeatedly record and erase (frame erase) image files. In such a case, erase all frames or format the xD-Picture Card before use. Back up important frames (files) onto your PC or another media. * These specifications are subject to change without notice. FUJIFILM shall not be held liable for damages resulting from errors in this Owner’s Manual.
Explanation of Terms EV A number denotes Exposure Value. The EV is determined by the brightness of the subject and sensitivity (speed) of the film or CCD. The number is larger for bright subjects and smaller for dark subjects. As the brightness of the subject changes, a digital camera maintains the amount of light hitting the CCD at a constant level by adjusting the aperture and shutter speed. When the amount of light striking the CCD doubles, the EV increases by 1.
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Safety Notes • Make sure that you use your FinePix F31fd camera correctly. Read these Safety Notes and your Owner’s Manual carefully before use. • 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.
WARNING Do not change, heat or unduly twist or pull the connection cord and do not place heavy objects on the connection cord. These actions could damage the cord and cause a fire or electric shock. • If the cord is damaged, contact your FUJIFILM dealer. Do not place the camera on an unstable surface. This can cause the camera to fall or tip over and cause injury. Never attempt to take pictures while in motion. Do not use the camera while you are walking or driving a vehicle.
Safety Notes WARNING When carrying the NP-95, install it in a digital camera or keep it in the hard case. When storing the NP-95, keep it in the hard case. When discarding, cover the battery terminals with insulation tape. Contact with other metallic objects or battery could cause the battery to ignite or burst. Keep xD-Picture Cards out of the reach of small children. Because xD-Picture Cards are small, they can be swallowed by children.
CAUTION When you are cleaning the camera or you do not plan to use the camera for an extended period, remove the battery and disconnect and unplug the AC power adapter. Failure to do so can cause a fire or electric shock. When charging ends, unplug the charger from the power socket. Leaving the charger plugged into the power socket can cause a fire. Using a flash too close to a person’s eyes may temporarily affect the eyesight. Take particular care when photographing infants and young children.
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