L310GB.book Page 1 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM BASIC MANUAL For details on advanced operation, please read “Owner’s Manual” (PDF) on the CDROM (included) using a computer.
L310GB.book Page 2 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Warning To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • • • • • Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. • Clean only with dry cloth. • Do not block any ventilation openings, Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
L310GB.book Page 3 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM IMPORTANT NOTICE BEFORE OPENING THE CD-ROM PROVIDED BY FUJIFILM Corporation, PLEASE READ THIS END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT CAREFULLY. ONLY IF YOU AGREE WITH THIS AGREEMENT, SHOULD YOU USE THE SOFTWARE RECORDED ON THE CD-ROM. BY OPENING THE PACKAGE, YOU ACCEPT AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THIS AGREEMENT.
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L310GB.book Page 5 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Disposal of Electric and Electronic Equipment in Private Households Disposal of used Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product, or in the manual and in the warranty, and/or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste.
L310GB.book Page 6 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Contents Warning................................................................. 2 IMPORTANT ......................................................... 3 Erasing the images using [PLAYBACK MENU] ................................ 29 EC Declaration of Conformity................................ 4 Viewing Images on your PC ............................... 32 Disposal of Electric and Electronic Equipment in Private Households ..............................
L310GB.book Page 7 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Enjoying Your Camera Be sure to read all two supplied documents in this package: “Basic Manual” (this book), read this first for getting started and basic operations; “Owner’s Manual” (PDF file on CD-ROM), read this next for more advanced operations, etc. Printed Manual BASIC MANUAL Explains how to get started and basic operations. PDF-Formatted Manual OWNER'S MANUAL Explains basic and advanced features.
L310GB.book Page 8 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM About this Manual Z About marks CAUTION This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera’s operation. CHECK This mark denotes points to notice in the camera’s operation. MEMO This mark denotes additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures. Z Usable Memory Cards You can use the xD-Picture Card, the SD Memory Card and the SDHC Memory Card with the FinePix S8100fd.
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L310GB.book Page 12 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Attaching the Strap and Lens Cap Attaching the strap 1 3 Pull the lens cap cord through the strap. Attach the strap to the strap mounts on the camera. Once you have attached both ends of the strap, check carefully to make sure that the strap is firmly secured. CAUTION • Attach the strap correctly to prevent dropping the camera. • Attach the lens cap cord to prevent losing the lens cap.
L310GB.book Page 13 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Loading the Batteries Batteries are required to operate the digital camera. At first, load the batteries in the camera. 1 Slide the lock release catch to open the battery cover. Compatible batteries AA-size alkaline batteries (4) or AA-size Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (4) (sold separately) CAUTION • Never use the following types of batteries, as they could cause serious problems such as battery fluid leakage or overheating: 1.
L310GB.book Page 14 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Loading the Batteries 2 Load the batteries correctly as indicated by the polarity icons. CAUTION Battery polarity is also indicated on the camera. Match the polarity icons (+ and ,) of the batteries to those on the inside of the battery cover. 3 Press on the battery cover to push the batteries down. Slide the cover closed. CHECK Make sure to close the battery cover securely until you hear a click.
L310GB.book Page 15 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Notes on batteries • Soil, such as fingermarks on the poles of the batteries, can shorten time for which the batteries can be used. • The time for which AA-size alkaline batteries (referred to hereafter simply as alkaline batteries) can be used varies depending on the brand. Some brands of alkaline batteries may stop providing power more quickly than those supplied with the camera.
L310GB.book Page 16 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Loading the Memory Card Although you can store pictures in the camera’s internal memory, you can store many more images on the Memory Card (sold separately). You can use the xDPicture Card and the SD Memory Card with the FinePix S8100fd. In this Basic Manual, these cards are expressed as “Memory Card”. 2 Insert a Memory Card. (xD-Picture Card) Gold marking SD Memory Cards/SDHC Memory Cards They are operation-checked at FUJIFILM Corporation.
L310GB.book Page 17 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM CAUTION Be sure to unlock the protection of the SD Memory Card before inserting it. If it is locked, recording/deleting images, as well as formatting are not available. To unlock the protection, slide the switch back, and the SD Memory Card will work normally. Protection switch 3 Close the slot cover.
L310GB.book Page 18 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Loading the Memory Card CAUTION • When storing Memory Cards, make sure that they are kept out of the reach of children. A Memory Card could be swallowed and cause suffocation. If a child swallows a Memory Card, seek medical attention or call emergency number right away. • If the Memory Cards is oriented incorrectly, it will not go all the way into the slot. Do not apply force when inserting a Memory Card.
L310GB.book Page 19 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Turning On and Off Turning the camera on in Shooting mode Slide the ON/OFF switch to turn the camera on in Shooting mode. Slide the ON/OFF switch again to turn the camera off. MEMO Switching between the Shooting and Playback mode Turning the camera on in Playback mode Press w for about 1 second to turn the camera on in Playback mode. Press w again, or slide the ON/OFF switch to turn the camera off.
L310GB.book Page 20 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Turning On and Off Setting the language, date, and time 2 Set the date and time. DATE / TIME NOT SET When using the camera for the first time after purchasing, the language, date, time, and power management are cleared. Set the language, date, time, and power management. 2010 2009 YY.MM.DD 2007 2006 SET MEMO [START MENU] screen also appears when the batteries have been removed and the camera has been left for a long period.
L310GB.book Page 21 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM 3 4 Change the date format. Set the [POWER MANAGEMENT] options. DATE / TIME NOT SET POWER MANAGEMENT POWER SAVE DD . MM . YY MM / DD / YY PERFORMANCE UP 12 / 1 / 2008 YY . MM . DD SET 10:00 AM Performance is given priority to NO SET NO A Press p or q to select the date format. A Select an option from the menu. B Press n or o to set the format. B Press MENU/OK to confirm the setting.
L310GB.book Page 22 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Correcting the Date and Time 1 2 Open the [SET-UP] menu. SET - UP SHOOTING MENU SELF-TIMER HIGH-SPEED SHOOTING SET-UP Display the [DATE/TIME] screen. OFF OFF DATE / TIME OPERATION VOL. 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 [ D Press q.
L310GB.book Page 23 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Selecting the Language 1 2 Open the [SET-UP] menu. ] screen. SET - UP SHOOTING MENU SELF-TIMER HIGH-SPEED SHOOTING SET-UP Display the [ OFF OFF AUTO POWER OFF TIME DIFFERENCE BACKGROUND COLOR DISCHARGE VIDEO SYSTEM 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.
L310GB.book Page 24 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Taking Pictures (B AUTO Mode) This section describes the basic operations. 1 2 Press the Flash pop-up button to pop-up the flash. 3 Switch the display. Turn the camera on. A Slide the ON/OFF switch. Press the EVF/LCD to alternate the display between the viewfinder (EVF) and the LCD monitor. When the AF frame in the viewfinder (EVF) is difficult to see, adjust the viewfinder using the Diopter adjustment dial. B Set the Mode dial to B.
L310GB.book Page 25 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Holding the camera correctly Brace your elbows against your sides and hold the camera with both hands. Using the viewfinder (EVF) allows for a steady arm position, preventing picture blur. 4 Focus on the main subject in the AF frame and press the shutter button down halfway. AUTO 12/ 31 12 31/ 2050 10: 00 AM 10 60 AF frame Halfway pressed Do not cover the lens or flash with your fingers, and be careful not to touch the autofocus ring.
L310GB.book Page 26 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Taking Pictures (B AUTO Mode) 5 Press the shutter button fully. Double beep Flash Click When pressing the shutter button down halfway, b appears on the screen before the flash fires. 60 Halfway pressed CAUTION 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.
L310GB.book Page 27 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Using zoom function Use the zoom lever to take pictures with zoom function. The zoom bar appears on the screen while the zoom lever is being used. Use digital zoom when you want to shoot the subject closer.
L310GB.book Page 28 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM 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 screen display. Press DISP/BACK during Playback mode to change the screen display. Setting the camera to Playback mode Press w during shooting to change to Playback mode.
L310GB.book Page 29 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Erasing the Images/Movies Playback mode allows you to erase unnecessary images or movies to have ample free space on the Memory Card or internal memory. Your camera calls images “frames”. Using the erase button ( Pressing /n) (n) erases images easily. ERASE OK? OK CANCEL SET A Press p or q to select the erasing image. B Press (n). C Press p or q to select [OK].
L310GB.book Page 30 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Erasing Erasing the Images/Movies the Images/Movies Erasing one frame at a time ([FRAME]) Erasing all frames ([ALL FRAMES]) ERASE OK? ERASE ALL OK? IT MAY TAKE A WHILE OK YES CANCEL A Press p or q to select the erasing frame (file). A Press p or q to select [OK]. B Press MENU/OK to erase the currently displayed frame (file). B Press MENU/OK to erase all the frames (files). MEMO MEMO To erase another frame (file), repeat above steps.
L310GB.book Page 31 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM MEMO • When using a Memory Card, the images in the Memory Card are erased. When not using a Memory Card, the images in the internal memory are erased. • Protected frames (files) cannot be erased. Unprotect the frames (files) before erasing them. • [DPOF SPECIFIED. ERASE OK?] or [DPOF SPECIFIED. ERASE ALL OK?] appears, when erasing DPOF specified files is attempted. CAUTION Erased frames (files) cannot be recovered.
L310GB.book Page 32 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Viewing Images on your PC Install the supplied software “FinePixViewer” on your PC to view images on it. With “FinePixViewer”, you can transfer images from your camera to your PC, manage image files and folders, and order online printing (only for Windows users) etc. To run this software, you must have the hardware and software described below. Check your system before you begin the installation.
L310GB.book Page 33 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Installing Software 1 2 Connecting the Camera to your PC Turn on your PC. Quit all other active applications until no applications are shown in the taskbar. 1 Insert the Memory Card with images into the camera. Load the enclosed CD-ROM into the CDROM drive. 2 Connect the camera to your PC using the USB cable. For Windows The installer starts up automatically and the setup screen appears.
L310GB.book Page 34 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Viewing Images on your PC Saving the Images on your PC (automatically) 1 Press and hold down w for about 1 second. The camera is turned on, and your PC automatically recognizes the camera to start FinePixViewer. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions and click [OK]. To proceed without saving the images, click [Cancel] button. 3 Specify the settings and click [Start]. After the images are saved, a window for safety removal of the camera will appear.
L310GB.book Page 35 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM System Expansion Option By using FinePix S8100fd 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.
L310GB.book Page 36 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Troubleshooting Z Getting ready Matters Problems Possible causes Solutions The batteries have run out. Load new or fully charged batteries. The batteries are loaded backward. Load the batteries in the corrected direction. The batteries cover or slot cover is not Close the batteries cover or slot cover securely. Nothing happens closed securely.
L310GB.book Page 37 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Z Setting menu etc. Matters LCD monitor display Problems Screens are not displayed in English. Possible causes Solutions A language other than English is selected Select [ENGLISH]. in the [ ] setting in the [SET-UP] menu. Z Shooting Matters Basic operations Problems No photograph is taken when pressing the shutter button. Possible causes Solutions The Memory Card or internal memory is full.
L310GB.book Page 38 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Troubleshooting Matters Problems Possible causes Solutions Intelligent Face Detection Cannot set Intelligent Face Detection. The Shooting mode is set to ,, ., , , or . Macro Cannot set the camera to Macro (close-up) mode. The Shooting mode is set to H, ,, ., /, , , , , or . , Change the Shooting mode. Change the Shooting mode. The shutter button was pressed while the Wait until the charging is completed before flash was charging.
L310GB.book Page 39 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM 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. Solutions Connect or disconnect the AC power adapter only when the camera is off. Failing to turn the camera off first can result in damage to the Memory Card or malfunctions during PC connection.
L310GB.book Page 40 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Troubleshooting Z Playing back Matters Problems Possible causes The camera volume is set too low. Playing back movie / voice memo Erasing Frame No. 40 Solutions Adjust the volume. The camera does The microphone was blocked during not emit any shooting/recording. sound. There is something covering the speaker during playback. Take care not to block the microphone during shooting/recording. Erasing [FRAME] Some frames may be protected.
L310GB.book Page 41 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM 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. “TV” is selected as the TV input. The TV image is black and white. PC does not Connecting to PC recognize the camera. Connecting to printer Cannot print with PictBridge. Solutions Connect the camera and TV correctly.
L310GB.book Page 42 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Specifications System Model Digital camera FinePix S8100fd Effective pixels 10.0 million pixels CCD 1/2.3-inch CCD Storage media Internal memory (approx. 58 MB)/xD-Picture Card (16/32/64/128/256/512 MB/1 GB/2 GB)/SD/SDHC Memory Card (FUJIFILM recommendation) File format Still image: DCF-compliant Compressed: Exif ver.2.
L310GB.book Page 43 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM System Sensitivity AUTO/AUTO(400)/AUTO(800)/AUTO(1600)/Equivalent to ISO 64/100/200/400/800/1600/3200 (max.number of recorded pixels:[)/6400 (max.
L310GB.book Page 44 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Specifications System 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): (Macro): approx. 50 cm-8.8 m (1.6 ft.-28.9 ft.) (Wide-angle) approx. 50 cm-5.6 m (1.6 ft. -18.4 ft.) (Telephoto) approx. 30 cm-3.0 m (1.0 ft.-9.8 ft.) (Wide-angle) approx. 30 cm-3.
L310GB.book Page 45 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Power Supply and Others Power supply Guide to the number of available frames for battery operation Use one of the following: • 4× AA-size alkaline batteries • 4× AA-size Ni-MH (Nickel-Metal Hydride) batteries (sold separately) • AC Power Adapter AC-5VX (sold separately) Battery Type With LCD monitor ON With viewfinder (EVF) ON Alkaline batteries Approx. 350 frames Approx. 350 frames Ni-MH batteries 2500 mAh Approx. 500 frames Approx.
L310GB.book Page 46 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Specifications Z Standard number of available frames/recording time per xD-Picture Card, SD Memory Card and internal memory The number of available frames and recording time is approximate. Actual number of frames and recording time varies depending on the types of Memory Card or shooting condition. Also, the number of frames and recording time displayed in the LCD monitor may not decrease regularly.
L310GB.book Page 47 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM 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.
L310GB.book Page 48 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM FUJIFILM Digital Camera Worldwide Network If you have technical questions or if you need repair service, ask the following local distributor. Please present the warranty card and your purchase receipt when you ask for repairs. Refer to the warranty card for conditions of the warranty. There is a case that repair and Technical support cannot be accepted for some models which your local distributor does not deal with.
L310GB.book Page 49 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Paraguay Errece S.R.L. Technical support & Repair service Edificio Unitas 15 de Agosto 1035, Asunción TEL +595 21 444256 FAX +595 21 444651 jmarbulo@fujifilm.com.py Peru Procesos de Color S.A. Technical support & Repair service Pablo Bermudez 111 Apartado 3794 - Esq. Arequipa - Lima 11 TEL +51 14 33 5563 FAX +51 14 33 7177 jalvarado@fujifilm.com.pe Uruguay Fotocamara S.R.L.
L310GB.book Page 50 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM FUJIFILM Digital Camera Worldwide Network Germany Greece FUJIFILM Electronic Imaging Europe Benzstrasse 2, 47533 Kleve, Germany International call TEL +49 211 50890 FAX +49 211 5089668 service@fujifilm.de GmbH National call* TEL 0180 5898980 FAX 0180 5898982 Technical support & Repair service *12 Cent/Min aus dem deutschen Festnetz 1, Ihous & Ag. Anargiron str., 175 64 P.Phaliro, Athens, Greece FUJIFILM HELLAS S.A.
L310GB.book Page 51 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Russia Slovakia Spain Sweden ZAO “Fujifilm RU” Technical support Repair service Fujifilm Slovakia Technical support Repair service Fujifilm España S.A. Technical support Repair service Fujifilm Sverige AB Technical support Repair service Switzerland / Lichtenstein Fujifilm (Switzerland) AG Technical support & Repair service The Netherlands FUJIFILM Electronic Imaging Nederland Technical support Repair service Turkey U.K.
L310GB.book Page 52 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM FUJIFILM Digital Camera Worldwide Network Israel Efal 33 keyriat Arie Petah Tikva 49130, Israel TEL (+ ) 972 3 9250666 digital@fujifilm.co.il Jordan Grand Stores Technical support & Repair service Efal 33 keyriat Arie Petah Tikva 49130, Israel TEL (+ ) 972 3 9250666 FAX 972 3 9250699 khaim@shimone.com Al- Abdali, Amman / Jordan TEL 009626-4646387 FAX 009626-4647542 gstores@go.com.
L310GB.book Page 53 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM ASIA Hong Kong Fuji Photo Products Co., Ltd. Technical support & Repair service 8/F.,TSUEN WAN IND. CENTRE, 220 TEXACO RD., TSUEN WAN, HONG KONG TEL (852)2406 3287 FAX (852)2408 3130 rsd@chinahkphoto.com.hk Indonesia PT Modern Photo Tbk Technical support & Repair service Malaysia FUJIFILM (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. Technical support Repair service Jl.
L310GB.book Page 54 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Notes and Cautions Before Using the Camera 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.
L310GB.book Page 55 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Z Notes on Electrical Interference If the camera is to be used in hospitals or aircrafts, please note that this camera may cause interference to other equipment in the hospital or aircraft. For details, please check with the applicable regulations. Z Explanation of Color Television System NTSC: National Television System Committee, color television telecasting specifications adopted mainly in the U.S.A., Canada and Japan.
L310GB.book Page 56 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Notes and Cautions WARNING Do not allow water or foreign objects to enter the camera. If water or foreign objects get inside the camera, turn the camera off, remove the battery and disconnect and unplug the AC power adapter. Continued use of the camera can cause a fire or electric shock. • Contact your FUJIFILM dealer. Do not use the camera in the bathroom or shower. This can cause a fire or electric shock.
L310GB.book Page 57 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM WARNING If the battery leaks and fluid gets in contact with your eyes, skin or clothing. Flush the affected area with clean water and seek medical attention or call an emergency number right away. Do not use the charger to charge batteries other than those specified here. The Ni-MH battery charger is designed for Fujifilm HR-AA Ni-MH batteries.
L310GB.book Page 58 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Notes and Cautions CAUTION Using a flash too close to a person’s eyes may temporarily affect the eyesight. Take particular care when photographing infants and young children. When an xD-Picture Card is removed, the card could come out of the slot too quickly. Use your finger to hold it and gently release the card. Request regular internal testing and cleaning for your camera. Build-up of dust in your camera can cause a fire or electric shock.
L310GB.book Page 59 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Z Battery Life At normal temperatures, the battery can be used at least 300 times. If the time for which the battery provides power shortens markedly, this indicates that the battery has reached the end of its effective life and should be replaced. Z Notes on storage • If a battery is stored for long periods while charged, the performance of the battery can be impaired.
L310GB.book Page 60 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Notes and Cautions • Do not use new with used batteries. Do not use charged and discharged batteries together. • Do not use different types or brands of batteries at the same time. • If you do not intend to use the camera for a long period of time, remove the batteries from the camera. Note if the camera is left with the batteries removed, the time and date settings are cleared. • The batteries feel warm right after being used.
L310GB.book Page 61 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM • Ni-MH batteries have a limited service life. If a battery can only be used for a short time even after repeated discharge-charge cycles, it may have reached the end of its service life. Z Disposing of Batteries When disposing of batteries, do so in accordance with your local waste disposal regulations. 3 Notes on both models ( 1, 2 ) Z AC Power Adapter Always use the AC Power Adapter (sold separately) with the camera.
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