Digital Still Camera User’s Guide Thank you for your purchase. For the correct usage of this product, please read this User’s Manual and warranty card carefully and keep them in a safe place for future reference. Before accepting the warranty card, please make sure that the date of purchase and the dealer’s details have been completed.
Getting Started Please be sure to read this manual before use. • Test shooting Be sure to take some test shots before taking important pictures (such as business or weddings) to make sure that the camera is working properly. • Results are not guaranteed In the unlikely event that a problem arises in shooting or reproducing pictures due to the camera or memory card used, please understand that no compensation can be made.
Contents Important Safety Precautions ................................................ 6 Preparation Necessary Accessories ......................................................... 11 Names of Parts ...................................................................... 14 Camera Body ....................................................................... 14 Operation Buttons ............................................................... 16 Attaching the Strap ..............................................
Contents (Cont’d) Selecting the Image Size .................................................... 43 Shooting Movies .................................................................. 45 Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor ..................... 47 Selecting the Set-up Menu .................................................. 48 Setting with the REC (DETAILS) Menu .............................. 49 Returning to Default Settings ..............................................
Contents (Cont’d) Selecting the Set-up Menu .................................................. 85 Advanced Operations Using the Set-up Menu ........................................................ 86 Formatting a Memory Card ................................................. 87 REC Menu Settings ............................................................. 88 Quick View Settings ............................................................. 88 Make so the Image Information is not displayed ................
Important Safety Precautions This product has been designed with safety in mind; however, please read the following display marks, warnings and cautions for its correct usage. The following warning and caution symbols are to prevent damage to the user, other persons and property. ! Definitions of the symbols The following categories explain the degree of danger or damage that may occur if the displayed content is not followed or the product is misused.
Important Safety Precautions (Cont’d) Warning Should any of the following occur, stop using the product immediately. Remove the batteries from the unit and disconnect the AC adapter. If using the AC adapter, disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet. Consult the dealer from whom you bought the product for further assistance. Continued use of the product may result in fire or electrical shock. • If you notice any abnormality such as smoke or an abnormal smell, or if the camera becomes extremely hot.
Important Safety Precautions (Cont’d) Warning Do not directly look at the sun through the viewfinder. Loss of or impaired eyesight may result. Do not touch the metal parts on the camera during thunder and lighting. Death may occur if lighting strikes the camera. Do not use AC adapters other than those specified. Fire may occur as a result of AC adapters other than those specified being used. Do not dismantle, short-circuit, coat (solder, etc.), apply heat, apply pressure (with nail, etc.
Important Safety Precautions (Cont’d) Caution When taking a picture, wipe off the flash surface and be careful not to cover the flash. If the flash surface is dirty or you take a shot with the flash covered, it is possible for the flash surface quality or color to change, due to the high temperature of the flash. Check that the polarity is correct when inserting batteries. The battery may heat, damage or leak if the polarity is not correct, possibly causing skin burns and/or personal injury as a result.
Important Safety Precautions (Cont’d) Caution Remove the batteries when the camera will not be used for an extended period. Do not use force when operating the camera. The camera may become damaged, causing personal injury as a result. Do not rotate the camera when mounting on a tripod. About battery fluid leakage • Should battery fluid leaks ever come into contact with hands or clothing, wash immediately with water. • Loss of eyesight may occur if battery fluid enters the eye.
Preparation Necessary Accessories Checking the Packing Contents The following accessories should be packed with your new camera; please make sure all are enclosed after opening the packaging. In the unlikely event that something is missing, please contact the sales outlet. 1) Lithium-ion battery (Model No. DR-LB4) ×1 2) Battery Charger (Model No.
Necessary Accessories (Cont’d) Compatible Recording Media This camera comes with approximately 2 MB of memory installed, but if you would like to use additional memory, the following cards are compatible: • SD Memory Card • MultiMedia Card • Memory Stick About the SD Memory Card/Multi-Media Card/Memory Stick Caution SD Memory Cards, Multi-Media Cards and Memory Stick are manufactured using precision electronic components. Do not perform the following as malfunction or damage may occur as a result.
Necessary Accessories (Cont’d) Important • In the event of malfunction or damage, it is possible that data may be lost. Konica can not accept responsibility in any way for such data loss. • Always back-up important data. • When using SD Memory Cards/Multi-Media Cards/Memory Stick on a PC, do not change the attributes(read-only, etc.) of the files (image data) on the card. Doing so may prevent the camera from working properly when deleting images, etc.
Names of Parts Camera Body Flash Shutter Button Light Sensor Strap Holder Viewfinder Window Lens Cover (Main Switch) USB Terminal Self-timer LED 14 Lens
Names of Parts (Cont’d) Delete Button (→ P.16) Display Button (→ P.16) Play Button(→ P.16) Viewfinder Eyepiece Green LED Red LED Zoom Buttons (→ P.16) LCD Monitor Battery Sub-cap 4-way Button (왗왘왖왔)(→ P.16) Tripod Socket Battery/Card Cover Menu/Set Button (→ P.
Names of Parts (Cont’d) Operation Buttons q w e r LCD Monitor t y q Play Button ( ) Use this button for playing back images, or setting up the play menu. This button can be used whether the camera’s power is ON or OFF (p.23). w Display Button For turning LCD monitor on and off, and switching the picture information display on and off. When the power is ON, the LCD monitor lights, so it should be turned OFF when you are shooting through the viewfinder. e Delete Button ( ) For deleting unwanted photos.
Attaching the Strap 1 1. Push the loop on the small end of the strap through the strap holder. 2 2. Pass the other end of the strap through the loop that is sticking out from the strap holder. Warning: When using the camera with the strap attached, take care so that it does not wrap around the neck. On no account hang the camera round the neck of small children and infants. Strangulation may occur as a result if the strap wraps around the neck.
Preparing the Power Supply Charging the (supplied) Battery Pack - Charge the battery pack before you use it for the first time and when the LCD monitor indicates, “NO MORE POWER”. Charging display LED e w q to an outlet 1. Connect the power cord to the charger. 2. Plug the cord into an outlet. 3. Put the battery pack in the charger. • While the battery pack is being charged, the charging display LED will be red; when the battery pack is fully charged, the light will turn green. 4.
Preparing the Power Supply (Cont’d) Installing the (supplied) Battery Pack - Before installing or changing battery packs, make sure the power is OFF (p.23), check that the LCD monitor is not lit and turn off all switches. 1. Open the battery/card cover by sliding it in the direction of the arrow. 1 Do not change the battery with wet hands, as there is a danger of electric shock. 2. Install the battery with the terminals facing inside the camera.
Preparing the Power Supply (Cont’d) Battery life guide (reference) Number of Pictures With LCD Monitor On With LCD Monitor Off About 100 About 200 Continuous Playback Time About 90 Minutes * Our test conditions: Normal humidity and temperature, flash intensity 50%, shot every 30 sec. Zoomed one direction, once, 2048 × 1536 pixels. * The Battery life will vary depending on the environment, shooting mode, and shooting conditions. * The above values are for reference only and are not guaranteed.
Preparing the Power Supply (Cont’d) Please co-operate in recycling the lithium battery. • This product uses a lithium battery. • This battery is recyclable and a valuable resource.
Preparing the Power Supply (Cont’d) Connecting the AC Adapter (sold separately) - If you do not want to worry about battery consumption, we recommend using the specified AC adapter (sold separately, model#DR-AC4) when shooting pictures, during playback, or when transferring data (USB connection). - Only use the AC adapter (sold separately) specified for your camera as use of any other device may result in a breakdown, fire or electrical shock.
Turning the Power ON/OFF 1 1. Gently slide the lens cover (main switch) in the direction indicated by the arrow until it stops. 2 2. Once the lens extends to the shooting position (wide-angle side), the power will come on. • With the power on it is possible to shoot pictures. Also, the LCD display will be lit. 3 3. When you wish to turn the power OFF, slide the lens cover just a little in the direction indicated by the arrow. The power will turn OFF and the lens will retract.
Setting the Menu Language/Date and Time - The first time that you use your camera, a screen will automatically appear and prompt you to set the time, date and language. To make those settings, please follow the steps below. - You can select from among four languages, Japanese, English, French, and German. - Make sure that either the AC adapter is connected or that there is enough battery power. 1. Turn the power on by either opening the lens cover or pressing the PLAY button.
Setting the Menu Language/Date and Time (Cont’d) 4 4. (1) Once the “YEAR” has been adjusted, press 왔 to move to the “MONTH” setting mode. (2) Use 왗 or 왘 to adjust the month in the same way as Step 3 on page 24. • By repeating procedures (1) and (2) above, adjust the date-and-time setting, and set the date format. • The date format can be selected from among three patterns: yy/mm/dd, dd/mm/yy, and mm/dd/yy. • By using 왖, you can return to the previous screen and make corrections. 5 5.
Inserting/Removing Cards - About 2 MB of memory are built into this camera as recording media for image data, and other information, such as date and time, so even without a card inserted, the camera can record in an emergency. If you wish to use an aftermarket card, any of the following are appropriate: SD Memory Card, MultiMedia Card, Memory Stick. (All three will be called “card” hereafter.) - First, turn OFF the main switch (lens cover closed), make sure the LCD monitor is OFF and turn off all power.
Inserting a Card 1 1. Open the battery/card cover. 2 Memory Stick slot SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card slot 2. With the camera and the label of the card facing up, insert the card with the knocked out part first into the slot and push in until a click is heard. • Take care that the card is inserted facing the right way. If the card is forcefully inserted facing the wrong way, it will damage the connector. • There are two card slots.
Inserting/Removing Cards (Cont’d) Card Removal 1. Open the battery/card cover. 2. If you gently push in on the card, the lock will release and the card will come out a little. Then carefully draw the card out. 3. Again, close the battery/card cover. Warning! Insert or remove cards only after making sure that absolutely all power is OFF as indicated by the viewfinder LED being off. While the card is being accessed, or an image is being processed, the LCD monitor will show “Now COPY…”, etc.
Basic Operation Taking Pictures Holding Your Camera - Hold the camera securely with both hands and your elbows against your body for a stable position. - To take a vertical picture, hold the camera so that the flash is at the top. Please be careful that your fingers, hair, or the strap do not cover the lens, flash, or the light sensor. Viewfinder and Indicator LEDs Viewfinder LEDs (→ p.30) Green LED Red LED Auto-focus Mark Align the crosshairs on the subject of your picture.
Taking Pictures (Cont’d) Viewfinder LED Indicators When the LED Indicators light, they mean the following: • Green LED: (On) Camera ready to shoot (Flash does not fires) (Flashing) Warning that the camera cannot auto-focus (AF) • Red LED: (On) Flash charging, Formatting the card (Flashing) Warning that your hands are shaking • Both Red and Green LEDs: (On) Camera ready to shoot (Flash fires) USB cable is being connected (Flashing) System error; Card has insufficient memory, is faulty, not formatted; Insuf
Taking Pictures (Cont’d) Taking Pictures using the Viewfinder 1. Opening the lens cover turns ON the power. 1 When the power comes ON, the LCD monitor will be on. If you will be using the viewfinder, to conserve your battery, press the DISPLAY button and the LCD monitor will turn off. • If the surface of the lens is dirty, gently wipe it clean with a soft, dry cloth. 2 W T 2. Looking through the viewfinder, compose the photo you wish to take and determine the size of the subject using the zoom buttons.
Taking Pictures (Cont’d) 4. Take a picture by pressing the shutter button further. When it makes a sound, the shot has been taken, and the image will be recorded on the card (or built-in memory). 4 • The beep will not sound if the beeper setting is turned off (p.90). 5. During recording to the card, the red LED and the self-timer LED on the front of the camera will come on, and the green LED will flash. 5 • While the red LED is lit and the green LED is flashing, you cannot otherwise operate the camera.
Taking Pictures (Cont’d) When you press the shutter halfway and the green LED flashes… This may suggest that the focusing on the subject is difficult, and/or the subject is too dark. Should this be the case, please take the following steps. • Make sure that the camera is not too close to the subject, then align the subject to the auto-focus mark in the center of the viewfinder. (For the shooting distance, see page 32.) • If the subject is too dark (such as a person in the shade), use the flash (pp.38-40).
Taking Pictures (Cont’d) Shooting with Focus Lock - If the subject you wish to focus on is not in the center of the screen, use the focus lock mode. 1. Align the auto focus mark on the subject, and push the shutter button half-way. The green LED light will come on, locking the focus position. 1 • The exposure is fixed at the same time the focus is locked. • If you release your finger from the half-pushed shutter button, the focus lock will be released and you can repeat the procedure. 2.
Taking Pictures (Cont’d) Taking Pictures using the LCD Monitor - You can take a picture while looking at the LCD monitor as through the viewfinder. - Using the LCD monitor consumes battery power at a high rate, so it is recommended to have a spare charged battery on hand (sold separately, model # DR-LB4), or to use the AC adapter (sold separately, model # DRAC4). 1 1.
Taking Pictures (Cont’d) Image Display Shooting with the LCD monitor displays the picture and the following other information: • You can set the camera so information is not displayed (p.89). e q w y or, r u t i q Recording Media Display r Battery Remaining Display This shows the media type. • SD Memory Card or MultiMedia Card : SD* • Memory Stick : MS • Built-in Memory : IN * Even when a Multi Media Card is used, the type will be displayed as SD.
Taking Pictures (Cont’d) About Auto Power Off Function If you do not operate for a certain period of time with the camera power on and the lens cover open, the auto power off function (pause status) will be activated and power will be turned off (with the lens still out). By pressing the shutter button, zoom button, or another button, the camera will return to the shooting mode. • When finished shooting, or if you are not going to take a picture for a long time, close the lens cover.
Selecting the Shooting Mode - Selecting different shooting modes enables you to create the best shooting condition for your subject. - Once a mode is set (apart from the self-timer), you can shoot continuously. It is recommended that the mode should be returned to AUTO mode (no display) after shooting. - The self-timer mode cancels the mode after each picture is taken.
Selecting the Shooting Mode (Cont’d) Switching the Flash Mode AUTO (Auto Flash) - This is the normal mode. When the camera is turned ON, it is set at Auto (Auto Flash). No symbol will be displayed on the LCD monitor. - The flash will operate automatically when it is dark. • The red light after the flash indicates charging; while it is lit, you cannot take a picture. • The shutter speed when flash is used is about max. 1/60 sec. Be careful not to shake when pressing the shutter.
Selecting the Shooting Mode (Cont’d) Fill-In - Use this mode when a shadow falls on the subject’s face due to shade or artificial lighting, or when taking a picture against the light. - Regardless of the brightness of the surroundings, the flash will always comes on. Slow-Sync - Use this mode when shooting a subject with a background of a night or evening view. - Shooting with a flash is possible with a slow shutter speed. • Shutter speeds will be slower, so use a tripod to prevent shaking.
Selecting the Shooting Mode (Cont’d) Shooting Close Up/Long Range Macro-photo Mode - Use this mode when you want to be close to the subject. - If the distance between the camera and the subject is close, there will be a difference between the image in the viewfinder and the picture that is actually taken. It is recommended that the LCD monitor be used. • Use a tripod to prevent shaking as shutter speeds are slower when taking close-ups.
Advanced Shooting Using the REC Menu - By using the REC menu, you can take pictures with your desired settings. You can set the camera using the “REC (BASIC) menu” (default setting), or “REC (DETAILS)” (p.49). - The settings made with each menu will be maintained, even when power is turned off, until the settings are changed, unless otherwise described. Setting with the REC (BASIC) Menu 1. Turn the power ON, with the LCD monitor on (through image display).
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) Selecting the Image Size - You can select from among three image sizes. - All on the same card, you can choose a different image size for every picture. Every time you change the image size, the number of remaining photos also changes, which is displayed on the LCD monitor. 1 2 1. Select “QUALITY” and press 왘. 2. Choose the desired picture size using 왔 or 왖 and enter your selection with 왘 or by pressing the MENU/SET button.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) Image size and pixel count (width) × (height) 1) 2048 × 1536 pixels (approximately 3,140,000 pixels) This is the highest quality image. Use this mode for important pictures you want to keep, for images you want to edit on your computer, etc. As it is the largest, it is also ideal for printing out your enlarged photos.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) Shooting Movies - Set your camera to this mode to shoot movies. - You can take a movie for approximately 15 seconds. Your camera records an image with a 320 × 240 pixel count. - While you are shooting a movie, the LCD monitor stay on. Even if you press the DISPLAY button, the LCD monitor will not turn off. Please view the LCD monitor while shooting your movies. 1 1. Select “MOVIE” and press 왘. 2 2.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) 4. When you press the shutter button, your movie will start recording. You can record for about 15 seconds. 4 • You need not hold the shutter button down. • When the remaining time runs out, the camera stops recording automatically. If you wish to stop while the camera is recording, simply press the shutter button again. • The elapsed time is displayed on the upper right of the screen.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor - You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor to suit your shooting location. 1 1. Select “MONITOR” and press 왘. 2 2. The through image mode is entered and on the bottom of the screen the brightness adjustment bar appears. If you press 왘, the cursor moves to the plus side and the screen gets brighter. Pressing 왗 produces the opposite result—the cursor moves toward the minus side and the screen darkens.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) Selecting the Set-up Menu - By setting each item on the set-up menu to your preferences, you can customize your camera to suit you. 1 1. Select “SETUP” and press 왘. 2 2. You will enter the SET UP Menu mode. For details, see “Using the Set-up Menu” on page 86.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) Setting with the REC (DETAILS) Menu - If you set your camera to REC (DETAILS) menu mode in advance, you can make most of the menu settings. See page 88 for how to make mode settings. - Similarly, to learn how to enter the REC menu screens and how to select menus, refer to “Setting with the REC (BASIC) Menu” on page 42.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) Returning to Default Settings - You can easily change all the settings you made in the REC menu back to their initial settings. 1 1. Select “RESET” and press 왘. 2 2. A confirmation screen will appear. To change settings back, use 왗 or 왘 to select “YES” and press the MENU/SET button. The settings are completed and you will return to screen 1. • If you select “NO” and press the MENU/SET button, you will return to screen 1 without any changes to your settings.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) Selecting a Combination of Image Sizes and Compression Ratios - You can select a combination of three image sizes and two compression ratios. - While using the same card, you can change the picture quality settings for every photo. Every time you change the picture quality, the number of images remaining will change and be displayed on the LCD monitor. - When quality is the priority, select “FINE”; when the number of photos is more important, select “NORMAL”. 1 1.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) Selecting the Compression Ratio Use 왔 or 왖 to select the desired compression ratio, then press either 왘 or the MENU/SET button. You will return to screen 2 with your chosen compression ratio displayed. • If you press 왗, the setting is invalidated and you will return to screen 2.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) Adjusting Exposure Compensation - If you wish to brighten or darken an entire image, use the exposure adjustment function. - The exposure can be corrected ±1.5 EV in adjustment steps of 0.3 EV. 1 1. Select “EXPOSURE” and press 왘. 2 2. The through image mode is entered, and the adjusting exposure compensation bar is displayed. If you press 왘, the cursor moves toward the plus side while pressing 왗 moves it toward the minus.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) Adjusting White Balance - The colour tone of your photos will change according to the kind of light source. While the AUTO mode can be used in almost all instances, you can alter the white balance settings to suit the environment and lighting when you take a picture. 1 1. Select “WHITE BALANCE” and press 왘. 2 2. Use 왔 or 왖 to select the desired mode, then press either 왘 or the MENU/SET button. The setting is completed and you will return to screen 1.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) Using the Digital Zoom - Digital zoom can double the largest zoom ratio achieved by the optical zoom. - When using the digital zoom, view the field through the LCD monitor. Because the zoom effect is accomplished electronically, it is not possible to use the viewfinder. - When shooting movies, the digital zoom function is not available. 1 1. Select “DIGITAL ZOOM” and press 왘. 2 2. Use 왔 or 왖 to select “ON”, then press either 왘 or the MENU/SET button.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) Changing Auto-Exposure (AE) Modes - Your camera uses center-weighted metering as the default, but it can be changed to spot metering. - Spot metering is used to ensure matching the exposure to a targeted part of your subject. 1 1. Select “AE” and press 왘. 2 2. Use 왔 or 왖 to select “SPOT”, then press either 왘 or the MENU/SET button. When the setting is completed, you will return to screen 1. • If you press 왗, the selection is invalidated and you will return to screen 1.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) Changing to the Slow Shutter Speed Mode - The normal (default setting) shutter speed ranges between 1/8th to 1/2000th of a second, but this can be changed to a range of 1 second to 1/2000th of a second. - When taking photos in dark locations, the shutter speed must be slow, so use a tripod to keep the camera steady. 1 1. Select “SLOW SHUTTER” and press 왘. 2 2. Use 왔 or 왖 to select “ON”, then press either 왘 or the MENU/SET button.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) Taking Sepia Tone Photos - You can take sepia tone photos. 1. Select “SEPIA” and press . 1 2. Use or to select “ON”, then press either or the MENU/SET button. When the setting is completed, you will return to screen 1. 2 • If you press , the selection is invalidated and you will return to screen 1.
Basic Playback/Erasing Playback Playing Back Pre-recorded Images - You can play back pre-recorded images on the LCD monitor. - When you play back images, it doesn’t matter whether the camera’s power is OFF or ON. - Just in case battery power runs low, have a spare charged battery pack (sold separately, DR-LB4) on hand. Alternatively, using the AC adapter is recommended. (sold separately, model # DR-AC4) 1 1. Press the PLAY button and the last recorded photo will be played back on the LCD monitor.
Playback (Cont’d) The Playback Image Display In addition to the images you’ve taken, the following information is displayed. • You can set the camera so information is not displayed (p.89). q w e r u t i y o 1 Recording Media Display The type of media in use is displayed. • The SD Memory Card or Multimedia Card* :SD • Memory Stick :MS • Internal Memory :IN * Even if a Multi-media Card is used, “SD” will be displayed. 6 Image No. (Playback Frame No./ Total Frame No.
Playback (Cont’d) Playing Back Movies 1 1. After pressing the PLAY button, use or to select the movie you wish to see. • 2 is displayed on the movie image. 2. If you press the shutter button, the movie images will be played back. When playback is finished, the display returns to screen 1. • Symbols displayed when a movie is played back are recording media, file number, image number, and elapsed playback time only. • If you want to stop during playback, press the shutter button again.
Playback (Cont’d) Playing Back Enlarged Images (Digital Zoom) - You can play back your images as enlargements. 1. After pressing the PLAY button, use or to select the image you wish to see. Then use the TELE zoom button to zoom in; every time you press the TELE button, the image is enlarged further. 1 • The zoom ratio is displayed on the LCD monitor. • To zoom back out, press the WIDE zoom button. 2. Use , , , or to scroll around the photo to the part you want to see.
Playback (Cont’d) Using the Quick-view Function - If you pre-set the camera to the Quick-view mode (p. 88), you can review pictures on the LCD monitor right after you’ve taken them. When using the viewfinder to shoot images, with the LCD monitor off: After the LCD monitor displays the last image that you have taken, it will automatically turn back to off. When using the LCD monitor for shooting images: 1) After you take a picture, the LCD monitor automatically displays it.
Erasing the Playback Image - You can erase playback images (one frame or all). - You cannot erase protected images. - Once an image is erased, it cannot be restored. 1. After pressing the PLAY button, use or to select the image you wish to erase. 1 • If you wish to erase all frames, it doesn’t matter which image is displayed. 2. Press the DELETE button and a screen appears indicating the media type to be erased and prompting you to select the frame range.
Advanced Playback/Erasing Using the PLAY Menu - By using the PLAY menu, you can play back images, erase unwanted pictures and edit images. - The camera’s power can be OFF or ON. 1. After pressing the PLAY button, press the MENU/SET button and the PLAY menu screen will be displayed. 1 2. Using or , select the desired settings menu. Every time you press the button, the menu mode screen changes as follows: INDEX COPY DELETE MONITOR DPOF RESIZE PROTECT MOVE SLIDE SHOW SET UP RETURN (→ p.66) (→ p.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) Viewing Multiple Pages at Once (Index Playback) - Up to nine frames can be displayed on the LCD monitor simultaneously. You can quickly access the images you want displayed. You can also erase unwanted images. 1 1. Select “INDEX” and press . 2 2. The 9-frame index are displayed at the same time. The image selected when you entered the menu will be surrounded by a red frame. Use , , , or to move the frame and select the image you wish to display (or erase).
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) Copying an Image - You can copy a previously recorded still photo or movie onto another memory media. (You can select one frame, multiple frames or all frames.) 1 1. Select “COPY” and press . 2 2. A screen with each setting item will appear. At first “FROM” is selected, so press . • To select a different item, press or . 3 3. The media types will be displayed.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 4. Returning to screen 2, select “TO”. Then the screen shown left (screen 4) appears. After pressing , use or to select the destination media by pressing either or the MENU/SET button. The setting is completed and you will return to screen 2. 4 • If you press , the setting is invalidated and you return to screen 2. • If the selected media doesn’t have enough free space, an error message will appear, then you will return to screen 4. 5.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 7 7. The 8-frame index appears. Using , , , or , move the red frame to an image you wish to select and press the MENU/SET button. • Pressing when the first frame is selected or on the last frame will switch the screen to the next eight images. 8 8. Images selected at Step 7 are surrounded by a yellow frame. When you have finished selecting images, use , , , or to select “END”, and then press the MENU/SET button.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) Erasing Unwanted Images - You can erase unwanted still pictures, movie images etc. (you can select one frame, multiple frames or all frames.) - Once images are erased, they cannot be recovered. - Protected images cannot be erased unless the protection is removed. 1 1. Select “DELETE” and press . 2 2. A screen with each setting item will appear. At first “MEDIA” is selected, so press . • To select a different item, press or . 3.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 4 4. Returning to screen 2, select “UNIT”. Then the screen shown left (screen 4) appears. After pressing , use or to choose “SELECT” (If one or multiple frames are to be selected) or “ALL”. Then press either or the MENU/SET button. The settings are completed and you will return to screen 2. • If you press , the setting will be invalidated and you will return to screen 2. 5 5.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 7. Images selected at Step 6 on page 71 are surrounded by a yellow frame. When you have finished selecting images, use , , , or to select “END”, and then press the MENU/SET button. (Go to Step 8) 7 To select other images, repeat the selection procedure. (Return to Step 6) • To select multiple images, repeat Steps 6 and 7. 8. A confirmation screen appears. To carry out erasing, select “YES” with or , then press the MENU/SET button.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) Adjusting LCD Monitor Brightness - You can adjust the brightness of your LCD monitor as needed to suit the lighting where you are viewing images. - Brightness settings are not altered by turning the power ON/OFF and are saved until changed again. 1 2 1. Select “MONITOR” and press . 2. The current playback image is displayed with the Monitor Brightness bar on the bottom of the screen. If you press , the cursor moves to the plus side and the screen gets brighter.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) Selecting/Deselecting Images to Print (DPOF) - DPOF is short for Digital Print Order Format. DPOF is a format for recording information on memory cards, etc. so they can be used by DPOF compatible digital printers and lab print services for printing out images you’ve taken with your camera. - You can select the frames (one frame, multiple frames or all frames) you want to print from all the still images you’ve taken. You can also deselect the settings.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 4 4. Returning to screen 2, select “UNIT”. Then the screen shown left (screen 4) appears. After pressing , if you want to print (or deselect) one or multiple frames, use or to choose “SELECT”. To print all frames, choose “ALL ON”, or to deselect all frames from printing, choose “ALL OFF”. After making your selection, press or the MENU/SET button. The settings are complete and you will return to screen 2.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 7. The 8-frame index appears. Using , , , or , move the red frame to an image you wish to print (or deselect) and press the MENU/SET button. 7 • Pressing when the first frame is selected or on the last frame will switch the screen to the next eight images. 8. Images selected at Step 7 are surrounded by a yellow frame. When you have finished selecting images, use , , , or to select “END”, and then press the MENU/SET button.
9 9. A confirmation screen appears. If you chose “SELECT” or “ALL ON”: Set the number of prints using or . Next, select “YES” with or and press the MENU/SET button. • You can print from 1 to 99 photos. • If you select “NO” and press the MENU/SET button, your settings will be invalidated and you will return to screen 1. If you chose “ALL OFF”: select “YES” and press the MENU/SET button. • If you select “NO” and press the MENU/SET button, you will return to screen 1 without deselecting anything. 10.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) Reducing Image Size (Resizing) - You can reduce the size of images you have taken. When you resize an image, a new, smaller file is created. - Use this function when you send images as e-mail attachments or when you otherwise need a smaller image. - The resize function is not available for movie images. 1 1. Select “RESIZE” and press . 2 2. Select the desired size with or and press or the MENU/SET button. VGA records at 640 × 480 pixels and QVGA at 320 × 240. 3 3.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) Setting/Canceling Protection for Your Important Images - You can protect your important still and moving images from being erased. (You can select some or all images to be protected). You can also cancel the protection. - If you format a card (p.87), even protected images will be erased. 1 1. Select “PROTECT” and press . 2 2. A screen with each setting item will appear. At first “MEDIA” is selected, so press . • To select a different item, press or . 3 3.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 4. Returning to screen 2, select “UNIT”. Then the screen shown left (screen 4) appears. After pressing , if you want to protect (or cancel protect) one or multiple frames, use or to choose “SELECT”. To protect all frames, choose “ALL ON”. Further, to cancel protection of all frames, choose “ALL OFF”. After making your selection, press or the MENU/SET button. The settings are complete and you will return to screen 2.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 7 7. Images selected at Step 6 on page 80 are surrounded by a yellow frame. When you have finished selecting images, use , , , or to select “END”, and then press the MENU/SET button. (Go to Step 8) To select other images, repeat the selection procedure. (Return to Step 6) • To select multiple images, repeat the procedures Steps 6 and 7. 8 8. The confirmation screen appears with “YES”selected.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) Moving the Image Data to Another Memory Card - You can move previously recorded still or movie image data to another memory card. - For protected images, you must cancel their protection before you can move them. 1 1. Select “MOVE” and press . 2 2. A screen with each setting item will appear. At first “FROM” is selected, so press . • To select a different item, press or . 3.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 4 4. Returning to screen 2, select “TO”. Then the screen shown left (screen 4) appears. After pressing , use or to select the destination media, then press or the MENU/SET button. • If you press , the settings will be invalidated and you return to screen 2. • If the selected media doesn’t have enough free space, or if a card is not inserted, after which you will return to screen 4. 5 5. Returning to screen 2, select “UNIT”.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 7. The 8-frame index appears. Use , , , or to move the red frame to an image you wish to transfer and then press the MENU/ SET button. 7 • Pressing when the first frame is selected or on the last frame will switch the screen to the next eight images. 8. Images selected at Step 7 are surrounded by a yellow frame. When you have finished selecting images, use , , , or to select “END”, and then press the MENU/SET button.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) Playing a Slide Show - The slide show will proceed in order from the first image at a set interval. 1 1. Select “SLIDE SHOW” and press . 2. Slides will be displayed in order, starting with the 1st slide at about 2 second intervals. The slide show will finish with the last frame displayed. If you wish to stop during a slide show, press the MENU/SET button. • If stopped, the current frame will be displayed. Selecting the Set-up Menu 1 1. Select “SETUP” and press . 2.
Advanced Operations Using the Set-up Menu - By setting each item on the set-up menu to your preferences, you can customize your camera to suit you. - It does not matter whether the main power is ON or OFF, as the settings are saved by the camera until they are changed. 1. To display the “SET UP” menu screen, select SETUP menu from either the REC menu (p.48) or the PLAY menu (p.85). 2. Using 왔 or 왖, select the menu settings; every time the button is pressed, the menu scrolls through the items one by one.
Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) Formatting a Memory Card - Formatting a card returns it to the initial state (when it was purchased). - Caution: Formatting erases all data, even images that are protected (p.79). - Always format cards inside the camera. If a card is formatted by a computer it may not perform normally. 1 1. Select “FORMAT”and press 왘; you will be prompted to select the media type. Use 왔 or 왖 to choose which media type to format and then press either 왘 or the MENU/SET button.
Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) REC Menu Settings - You can change the contents of the REC menu from basic (default settings) to advanced. - See pages 42 and 49 for details on this function. 1. Select “REC MENU”, press 왘 and the settings screen appears. Use 왔 or 왖 to select “DETAILS”, and then press either 왘 or the MENU/SET button. The setting is completed and you return to the set-up menu. 1 • If you press 왗, the setting is invalidated and you return to the set-up menu.
Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) Make so the Image Information is not displayed - You can set the camera to not display information (p.36, 60) during shooting or play back. - The default setting is “ON” (display). 1 1. Select “INFO DISP” and press 왘. Select “OFF” by pressing 왔 or 왖, and press 왘 or the MENU/SET button. The setting is completed and the screen will return to the set-up menu. • If you press 왗, the setting is invalidated and you return to the set-up menu.
Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) Adjusting the Date and Time - If the battery is removed for approximately 24 hours or more, the date and time settings will be lost. In this case, please reset the date and time. 1. Select “DATE SET”, press 왘 and the date and time settings screen appears. See Steps 3 to 7 on pages 24 and 25 about how to make the settings. 1 • Once settings are completed, you will return to the set-up menu.
Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) Setting the Auto Power-OFF Time - You can change the Auto Power-OFF not-in-use interval starting at 3 minutes (default). 1 1. Select “AUTO POWER OFF”, press 왘 and the settings screen appears. Use 왔 or 왖 to select “10 min” or “OFF” and then press either 왘 or the MENU/SET button. The setting is completed and you return to the Set-up menu. • If you press 왗, the setting is invalidated and you return to the set-up menu.
Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) Setting Memory Priority - When you have 2 cards in the camera at once, an SD memory card (or Multi-Media card) and a Memory Stick, you can decide which to record to first. 1. Select “MEMORY PRIORITY”, press 왘 and the settings screen appears. Using 왔 or 왖, select the media type to have priority and press either 왘 or the MENU/ SET button. The setting is completed and you will return to the set-up menu.
Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) Restoring the Default Settings - You can change the various settings made in the set-up menu back to their default settings all at one time. 1 1. Select “DEFAULT”, press 왘 and a confirmation screen will appear. Using 왗 or 왘, select “YES” and press the MENU/SET button. The setting is completed and you return to the set-up menu. • If you select “NO” and press the MENU/SET button, the setting is invalidated and you return to the set-up menu.
Others Connecting to your PC Operating Environments - Images recorded with the camera can be transferred to a PC using the USB cable supplied. 1. Windows OS: Preinstalled versions of Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows XP, Windows 2000 Professional or Windows Me Memory: 16MB or more of available RAM (32MB or more recommended) Display: 32,000 colors or more, resolution of 640 × 480 pixels or more Others: CD-ROM drive, USB port (standard equipped) 2. Macintosh OS: Mac OS 9.0/9.1/9.
Connecting to your PC (Cont’d) Connecting with a USB cable - Turn OFF the power supply to the camera. - There is no need to turn off your PC power supply when connecting or disconnecting the USB cable to the camera. To USB connector on PC 1. Turn on the power supply to your PC, and start up the Windows or Mac OS. 2. When Mac OS or Windows desktop screen appears, connect the camera and PC using the USB cable. • Please use only the USB cable supplied with the camera.
Connecting to your PC (Cont’d) Downloading (transferring) Images - To conserve the battery, using the AC adapter (sold separately, model no.: DR-AC4) is recommended. - If you are using Windows 98 or Windows 98SE, first install the “USB device driver software” (attached CD-ROM) (pp.98-99). 1. Turn on the power supply to your PC, and start up Windows or Mac OS, and connect your camera and PC with USB cable (p.95). 2.
Connecting to your PC (Cont’d) Notes • The camera cannot be connected to your PC if no image data is recorded on the built-in memory of the camera, or a card with an image data record is not in the camera. • Image files can be copied to a hard disk or other media and deleted as necessary. For details, refer to the instruction manual operating system in use. Please note that Konica will not be responsible for any loss resulting from such operations. • Always back up important data.
Installing software from the CD-ROM supplied Installing USB Driver Software - Install the software only if you are using Windows 98 or Windows 98SE. If you are using another OS, you do not need to install this. - Turn OFF the power supply to the camera. - To conserve the battery, using the AC adapter (sold separately, model no.: DR-AC4) is recommended. 1) Turn on the PC power and start Windows. 2) After connecting your camera and PC with USB cable (p.96), turn ON the power supply to the camera.
Installing software from the CD-ROM supplied (Cont’d) 6) Click “Specify a location:” and input “D:\”. Click “Next”. • Here, the CD-ROM drive is assumed to be drive D. Use a different letter if appropriate. • The INF file necessary for the install is located in “D:\”. • When searching a different location, click “Browse”. 7) Click “Next”. 8) Click “Finish”. The USB device driver is now installed.
Installing software from the CD-ROM supplied (Cont’d) Using Windows Installing the included software (CD-ROM) and KD-310Z User’s Guide 1) Turn on the PC power and start Windows. 2) Set the included CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. 3) Click the Start button and select “Run...”. 4) Enter “D:\install.exe” and click “OK”. • The above assumes that your CD-ROM is D. To check the CD-ROM drive letter of your PC, open “My Computer” and check the letter displayed on the CD-ROM drive icon.
Installing software from the CD-ROM supplied (Cont’d) 5) Check to see that “QuickTime”, “Adobe Acrobat Reader” and “KD-310Z User’s Guide” in the “KONICA KD-310Z setup menu” are checked and click “OK”. • Be sure to install “QuickTime”, “Adobe Acrobat Reader” and “KD-310Z User’s Guide”. 6) Software checked in 5) will be installed in order. Follow the onscreen guidance to continue the installation. Note: Clicking “Cancel” during the installation process will cancel installation.
Installing software from the CD-ROM supplied (Cont’d) Using Macintosh Installing the Adobe Acrobat Reader QuickTime installation is not necessary. • Be sure to install if Adobe Acrobat Reader is not already installed in your PC. And it is not necessary to install the Adobe Acrobat Reader for Mac OS X users. 1) Turn on the power of your PC, and set the included CD-ROM in the CDROM drive. 2) Double click the “Konica” icon. 3) Double click the “Adobe” icon. 4) Double click the “English” icon.
When Carrying the Camera Overseas Using the dedicated AC adapter kit (Model No.: DR-AC4) - Please do not use the AC adapter where the voltage is outside the displayed power supply voltage (AC 100V to AC240V). Using the Attached Charger (Model No.: DR-BC-K4) - Please do not use the charger where the voltage is outside the displayed power supply voltage (AC 100V to AC240V).
Care and Storage Cleaning the camera When cleaning the camera, do not use solvents such as benzene or paint thinner. • Before cleaning, remove the batteries from the camera, or disconnect the power plug of the AC adapter from the wall outlet. • The exterior casing surface consists of paint and printing. Wiping the casing with benzene or paint thinner may cause discoloration, or the paint or printing to be removed. • When the camera becomes dirty, wipe off the dust with a soft, dry cloth.
Care and Storage (Cont’d) About image data • Use a PC to delete images and files recorded with other models. • The recorded data may be lost when you or a third part misuses the SD Memory Card/Multi-Media Card/Memory Stick, if the card is affected by strong static electricity or electrical shock, or during card repair or malfunction. Konica will not be responsible in any way for the loss of recorded data or the consequences of such loss.
Troubleshooting - If the following does not solve your problem, please contact the point of purchase. Symptom Power Supply Check this: Page Power will not turn ON • Battery level too low • Battery inserted incorrectly • AC Adaptor attached incorrectly 19 19 22 Power turns OFF right • Battery level too low after turning on • Low ambient temperature 19 109 Shooting Can’t take a picture • Power supply not on.
Troubleshooting (Cont’d) Symptom Play back Won’t play back Check this: Page • PLAY button not ON • No image data • All image data is erased 59 59 64,70,87 Image with no natural • White balance incorrect color Image appears dark Image too bright Other • Distance too great, the flash didn’t reach the subject • Not enough light • Flash used with subject too close Can’t transfer to your • Not connected to your PC correctly PC • No image data inserted in the camera Incorrect date and time • Left without
Main Specifications Model : Digital Still Camera with zoom lens Effective picture resolution : 3.2 mega pixels Recording media : Internal recording media; approx.
Main Specifications (Cont’d) Shooting modes : Single shooting/ red eye reduction/ forced flash/ portrait night view/ no flash/ macro-photo/ distant view/ self-timer (10 sec, 3 sec.)/ digital zoom (×2)/ movie (320 × 240, with maximum length of 15 sec.) / sepia LCD monitor : 1.
Warranty and After-sales Service For repair, handling and care, first consult the dealer from whom you purchased the camera. Warranty (separately attached) Before accepting the warranty card, please make sure that the date of purchase and dealer of purchase and the dealer's details have been completed. After reading the warranty, keep it in a safe place.
FCC Compliance Statement: Declaration of Conformity Responsible party: KONICA PHOTO IMAGING Address: 725 Darlington Avenue Mahwah, NJ 07430, U.S.A. Telephone number: (201) 574-4000 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
CANADA ONLY Industry Canada’s Compliance Statement: This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.