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.
Getting Started (Cont’d) * The illustrations in this guide are for the purpose of explanation and may differ from the actual design of your camera. * You can also order a digital print at a photo lab (except for some labs) such as a traditional photofinishing service. For detailed information, please contact your photo lab.
Contents Getting Started ........................................................................ 2 Important Safety Precautions ................................................ 8 Preparation Necessary Accessories ......................................................... 13 Names of Parts ...................................................................... 16 Camera Body ....................................................................... 16 Operation Buttons ..........................................
Contents (Cont’d) Advanced Operations and Shooting Using the Shooting Menu .................................................... 54 Using the Auto Mode Menu ................................................. 54 Changing the color effects .................................................. 56 Continuous Shooting ........................................................... 57 Selecting the Image Size .................................................... 58 Setting Memory Priority ..................................
Contents (Cont’d) Playing Back Voice Memos ................................................. 91 Using the PLAY Menu ........................................................... 92 Copying and Moving Images ............................................... 94 Selecting/Deselecting Images to Print (DPOF) .................. 97 Setting/Canceling Protection for Your Important Images ... 101 Reducing Image Size (Resizing) ...................................... 104 Playing a Slide Show ...............................
Contents (Cont’d) Installing software and downloading images ................. 123 Installing USB Driver Software ......................................... 123 Downloading (transferring) Images ................................... 125 How to Install and Use QuickTime (Windows only) .......... 127 Using Windows .................................................................. 128 Using Macintosh ................................................................ 130 Others When Carrying the Camera Overseas ...
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.
Necessary Accessories (Cont’d) Compatible Recording Media In addition to the SD Memory Card bundled with the camera, the following commercially available memory cards can also be used. • 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 Minolta 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 Auto-focus Sensor Windows Blue LED Shutter Button Speaker Flash Viewfinder Lens Cover (Main Switch) Strap Holder USB Terminal Cover Battery Sub-cap Lens Microphone Self-timer LED 16
Names of Parts (Cont’d) Delete Button (→ P.18) Play Button(→ P.18) 4-way Button (→ P.18) Green LED Zoom Buttons(→ P.18) Viewfinder Eyepiece LCD Monitor MODE Button (→ P.18) MENU Button (→ P.19) Tripod Socket Battery/Card Cover SET/DISP.
Names of Parts (Cont’d) Operation Buttons q w e r t LCD Monitor y u 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.28). w Delete Button ( ) For deleting unwanted photos. e 4-way Button (왗왘왖왔) Use the different buttons 왗, 왘, 왖, and 왔, to select menu items, images, etc.
Names of Parts (Cont’d) y MENU Buttton Displays the menu screen. You can also use this button to cancel menu settings. u SET/DISP. button Confirms (sets) the selected menu option. You can also use this button to switch the LCD monitor on and off and to show/hide image information. 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.
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.28), 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 185 About 330 Continuous Playback Time About 200 Minutes * Our test conditions: Normal humidity and temperature, flash intensity 50%, shot every 30 sec. Zoomed one direction, once, 2272 × 1704 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 AC-9 (sold separately) 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.
Preparing the Power Supply (Cont’d) 3 3. After opening the battery/card cover, remove the battery sub-cap. Insert the batter y adapter in the batter y compartment, and close the battery/ card cover. • When finished using the camera, turn OFF the power supply to the camera, and then disconnect the connecting plug of the battery-type plug from the AC adapter. Never handle the adapter with wet hands. It may result in electric shock.
Inserting/Removing Cards - Use the bundled SD Memory Card or a commercially available memory card. If you wish to use an aftermarket card, any of the following are appropriate: SD Memory Card, Multi-Media 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. If power is ON, damage may occur to the card or to the camera itself. Inserting a Card 1. Open the battery/card cover.
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.
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. 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. - Check that the camera has a fully charged battery or that the AC adapter (sold separately) is connected. 1 1. Turn the power on by either opening the lens cover or pressing the PLAY button. The language selection screen will automatically appear on the LCD monitor.
Setting the Menu Language/Date and Time (Cont’d) 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 29. 4 • 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.
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 autofocus sensor windows.
Taking Pictures (Cont’d) Selecting the Shooting Mode - A range of shooting modes are provided and you can select the shooting mode that best suits your subject and the shooting conditions. 1 1. Open the lens cover and turn the power on so that your subject appears on the LCD monitor. Then press the MODE button. 2 2. Use the 왖 or 왔 button to bring up the shooting mode icons and select the mode you want to use. 3. Once you have selected a mode, press the SET/DISP. button to complete the setting.
Taking Pictures (Cont’d) ● Available Functions by Mode (menu-based) 1. AUTO (p.54) - Color - Continuous - Image Size - Memory Priority - Self Timer (p.56) (p.57) (p.58) (p.60) (p.61) 2. SCENE SELECT (p.62) - Scene - Continuous - Image Size - Memory Priority - Self Timer (p.64) (p.57) (p.58) (p.60) (p.61) 3. MOVIE/VOICE (p.66) - Postrecording - Recorded Message - Exposure Compensation - White Balance - Memory Priority - Self Timer (p.68) (p.70) (p.71) (p.72) (p.60) (p.61) 4. MANUAL (p.
Taking Pictures (Cont’d) Taking Pictures using the LCD Monitor - This section explains the basic procedure for shooting still images using AUTO mode. - We recommend that you prepare a fully charged spare battery (sold separately, rechargeable lithium-ion battery NP-600) or use the AC adapter AC-9 (sold separately). 1. Opening the lens cover turns ON the power. 1 • If the surface of the lens is dirty, gently wipe it clean with a soft, dry cloth. 2.
Taking Pictures (Cont’d) 4 4. Compose the shot on the LCD monitor and use the zoom buttons to set the size of the subject. Take care also to position the auto-focus mark on the subject you want to focus on. • If you press the TELE (Telephoto) Zoom button, the camera zooms in, while if you press the WIDE (Wide-angle) button, it zooms out. • If the subject you wish to focus on is not in the screen center, use “Shooting with Focus Lock” (p.41). 5 5.
Taking Pictures (Cont’d) 7. The green viewfinder LED lights while the data is being written to the card. Recording is finished when the green LED goes off. 7 • Once all the data has been written to the card, the live image reappears. • While the card is processing image data, you cannot operate the camera. Do not open the battery/card cover while the green LED is lit. 8. When you are finished taking pictures, close the lens cover and turn OFF the power supply.
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. • Check that you are not too close to the subject and then position the autofocus mark over the subject. (See p.36 for information on shooting distances.) • If the subject is too dark (such as a person in the shade), use the flash (pp.44-46).
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.111).
Taking Pictures (Cont’d) y AF display , , !4 Aperture setting , 1) Appears when the shutter button is pressed half way and the shot is focused. This icon flashes when the image is not in focus. 2) AF lock The icon appears when the AF Lock function (p.77) is used. u Flash firing icon , , 1) Appears when the flash is used. 2) AE Lock The icon appears when the AE Lock function (p.77) is used. i Digital Zoom Magnification , , This will be displayed when the digital zoom function is used (p.114).
Taking Pictures (Cont’d) Taking Pictures using the Viewfinder - This section describes how to use the camera's viewfinder to take pictures. Using the viewfinder uses less battery charge than taking pictures using the LCD monitor. 1 1. Open the lens cover and turn the power on. 2 2. Press the SET/DISP. button to switch the LCD monitor off. 3. Looking through the viewfinder, compose the shot so that the subject you want to photograph is in the center of the image. Then take the picture.
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 photography. 1 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. • When you take pictures using the viewfinder, no auto-focus mark is displayed. Position the subject in the center of the image. • The exposure is fixed at the same time the focus is locked.
Taking Pictures (Cont’d) Shooting Movies - You can take a movie with sound. Your camera records an image with a 320 × 240 pixel count. - While you are shooting a movie, the LCD monitor stays on. Even if you press the SET/DISP. button, the LCD monitor will not turn off. Please view the LCD monitor while shooting your movies. 1. Open the lens cover and turn the power on, so that the live image appears, then press the MODE button. 1 2.
Taking Pictures (Cont’d) 4 4. When you press the shutter button, your movie will start recording. • 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. • See p.50 for information on how to play back movies.
Selecting the Flash/Macro Mode - You can set the flash mode and macro that best suits the subject. - Once a mode is set, you can shoot continuously. It is recommended that the mode should be returned t o AUTO mode (no display) after shooting. - Also, when you turn the camera OFF, the macro-mode you set is canceled and the camera automatically returns to AUTO-mode shooting operation (no display). But the flash-mode setting remains in effect even if you switch the power OFF and back ON. 1.
Selecting the Flash/Macro Mode (Cont’d) Switching the Flash Mode AUTO (Auto Flash) - This is the normal mode. When the camera is turned ON, it is set to Auto (Auto Flash). No icon will be displayed on the LCD monitor. - The flash will operate automatically when it is dark. When the flash will be used for a shot, the icon appears on the LCD monitor and the red lamp lights when you press the shutter button half way.
Selecting the Flash/Macro Mode (Cont’d) Off (Flash Override) - Use this mode for places (such as museum) where flash is prohibited, or when taking a picture of a night view, or taking a picture using indoor lighting. - The flash will not come on even when it is dark. • Use a tripod to prevent shaking as shutter speeds are slower in the dark. • If the green LED flashes when the shutter button pressed half-way, this is a warning that the lighting is not sufficient and the resulting picture will be dark.
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, Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery NP-600) on hand. Alternatively, using the AC adapter AC-9 (sold separately) is recommended. 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.111). q w t y u e r q File Number 1) The file and director y numbers recorded in the card are displayed. 2) Shows the zoom ratio when you are playing the image back enlarged (digital zoom). i o r Image No. (Playback Frame No./ Total Frame No.) Your camera is capable of playing back up to 999 frames.
Playback (Cont’d) u After Recording o Recording Media Display is displayed in still images with sound. The type of media in use is displayed. • The SD Memory Card or Multimedia Card* :SD • Memory Stick :MS * Even if a Multi-media Card is used, “SD” will be displayed. i Image Size 1) Image size is displayed. 2) is displayed in movie images. 3) For images with voice memos, the icon is displayed.
Playback (Cont’d) Playing Back Movies - Use the procedure below to play back movies you have shot (p.42). 1. After pressing the PLAY button, use 왗 or 왘 to select the movie you wish to see. 1 • 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 is elapsed playback time only.
Erasing the Playback Image 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 (p.101) cannot be erased unless the protection is removed. 1 1. After pressing the PLAY button, use 왗 or 왘 to select the image you wish to erase. • When you are erasing all or some of the frames, it does not matter which frame is displayed. 2 2.
Erasing the Playback Image (Cont’d) ● If you chose “SELECT” 1. If you selected “SELECT” on p.51-2 and then pressed the SET/DISP. button, an 8-frame image is displayed. Using 왗, 왘, 왖, or 왔, move the red frame to an image you wish to erase and press the SET/DISP. button. 1 • Pressing 왗 when the first frame is selected or 왘 on the last frame will switch the screen to the next eight images. 2. A yellow frame appears around the selected image.
Erasing the Playback Image (Cont’d) 4 4. Once erasing starts, “Now DELETE…” is displayed. Once erasing is completed, the disply returns to the playback image.
Advanced Operations and Shooting Using the Shooting Menu Using the Auto Mode Menu - This section explains the menu options that are available in Auto mode. - Unless otherwise stated, the settings for these menu options are retained until you change them, regardless of whether the power is turned off. ● Available menu options - Color - : Allows you to take pictures in color modes other than normal color photography, such as black & white and sepia. (p.56) Continuous : Allows continuous shooting. (p.
Using the Shooting Menu (cont’d) 3 3. Use the 왗 or 왘 buttons to select the option you want to set. 4 4. Use the 왖 or 왔 buttons to select the desired mode from the menu. 5 5. Press the SET/DISP. button to complete the setting and return the camera to shooting mode (live image displayed). The selected mode icon appears on the LCD monitor. • To set another menu option, without pressing the SET/DISP. button, use the 왗 or 왘 buttons to select the option you want to set.
Using the Auto mode menu (cont’d) Changing the color effects - This feature allows you to change the color effects in your photos. - This option is also available in the mode menu for Manual (p.74). 1. Select the Color menu option. 1 • The current setting is displayed. “Standard color” is displayed as the default setting. 2. Use the 왖 or 왔 buttons to select the desired color mode. Press the SET/DISP. button to complete the setting and return the camera to shooting mode.
Using the Auto mode menu (cont’d) Continuous Shooting - In this mode, the camera takes pictures continuously for as long as the shutter button is held down. This mode is ideal for taking consecutive pictures of moving subjects. - This option is also available in the mode menus for Scene Select (p.62) and Manual (p.74). 1. Select the Continuous menu option. 1 • The current setting is displayed. “SINGLE SHUTTER” is displayed as the default setting. 2.
Using the Auto mode menu (cont’d) Selecting the Image Size - You can choose from 3 image sizes depending on the sort of picture you want to take. - 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. - This option is also available in the mode menus for Scene Select (p.62) and Manual (p.74). 1. Select the Image Size menu option.
Using the Auto mode menu (cont’d) ● Standard number of pictures you can take in each resolution mode (without sound and movie) Compression Ratio FINE 4M (2272 × 1704) NORMAL 2M (1600 × 1200) NORMAL VGA (640 × 480) NORMAL Image Size 64 MB SD Memory Card About 36 Photos About 72 Photos About 143 Photos About 574 Photos • The number of photos you can take may vary depending on the subject.
Using the Auto mode 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. - This option is also available in the mode menus for Scene Select (p.62), Movie/Voice (p.66) and Manual (p.74). 1. Select the Memor y Priority menu option. 1 • The current setting is displayed. “PRIORITY SD” is displayed as the default setting. 2.
Using the Auto mode menu (Cont’d) Using the Self-Timer - Use a tripod. - You can choose either “3 SEC” or “10 SEC” as the self-timer operation delay. - This option is also available in the mode menus for Scene Select (p.62), Movie/Voice (p.66) and Manual (p.74). 1 1. Select the Self-timer menu option. • The current setting is displayed. “SELF TIMER OFF” is displayed as the default setting. 2. Use the 왖 or 왔 buttons to select “3 SEC” or “10 SEC”. Press the SET/DISP.
Using the Scene Select Mode Menu Using the Scene Select Mode Menu - This section explains the menu options that are available in Scene Select mode. - Unless otherwise stated, the settings for these menu options are retained until you change them, regardless of whether the power is turned off. ● Available menu options - Scene mode: Six modes are available from which you can choose the best mode for the scene you are photographing. (p.64) - Continuous (p.57) - Image Size (p.58) - Memory Priority (p.
Using the Scene Select Mode Menu (Cont’d) 3. As described on p.55, use the 왗 or 왘 buttons to select the option you want to set. 4. Use the 왖 or 왔 buttons to select the desired mode from the menu. 5. Press the SET/DISP. button to complete the setting and return the camera to shooting mode (live image displayed). The selected mode icon appears on the LCD monitor. • To set another menu option, without pressing the SET/DISP. button, use the 왗 or 왘 buttons to select the option you want to set.
Using the Scene Select Mode Menu (Cont’d) Selecting the right mode for your shot - You can select the best mode for the scene you are shooting. - In dark locations, you should use a tripod to prevent camera shake. 1. Select the Scene Mode setting menu option. 1 • The current setting is displayed. “PORTRAIT” is displayed as the default setting. 2. Use the 왖 or 왔 buttons to select the desired scene mode. Press the SET/DISP. button to complete the setting and return the camera to shooting mode.
Using the Scene Select Mode Menu (Cont’d) ● Available modes - Portrait : Use this mode when you want to soften the background so that the subject stands out clearly. This mode allows you to shoot soft attractive portrait shots with extra dimension. - Scenery : The ideal mode for taking pictures of scenery or buildings, etc. - Night : This is the best mode for shots taken at night or dusk, or for shots of people taken with the flash against a nighttime or evening backdrop.
Using the Movie/Voice Mode Menu Using the Movie/Voice Mode Menu - This section explains the menu options that are available in Movie/Voice mode. - Unless otherwise stated, the settings for these menu options are retained until you change them, regardless of whether the power is turned off. ● Available menu options - Movie (default) - Postrecording - : Allows you to shoot movies. (p.42) : You can add voice comments to still images you have shot. (p.68) Recorded Message : You can record voice only. (p.
Using the Movie/Voice Mode Menu (Cont’d) 2 2. Pressing the MENU button displays the available menu option icons. 3. As described on p.55, use the 왗 or 왘 buttons to select the option you want to set. 4. Use the 왖 or 왔 buttons to select the desired mode from the menu. 5. Press the SET/DISP. button to complete the setting and return the camera to shooting mode (live image displayed). The selected mode icon appears on the LCD monitor. • To set another menu option, without pressing the SET/DISP.
Using the Movie/Voice Mode Menu (Cont’d) Using After Recording - You can add voice comments (After Recording) to photos you have already taken. You can also erase previous voice comments, as well as re-write them. 1 1. Select “ADD REC” and press the SET/ DISP. button. 2 2. Previously recorded photos are displayed. By pressing 왗 or 왘, select the still photo to which you wish to attach a voice comment. • Sound cannot be recorded to a photo displayed in the movie ( ) mode.
Using the Movie/Voice Mode Menu (Cont’d) ● Erasing recorded voice comments 1 1. After playing back the images, select the image from which you want to delete the sound and press the Delete button. • Photos with voice comments have a displayed on them. 2 2. If you wish to erase only the voice comments, select “VOICE”, and if to erase all the voice comments attached to the pictures in one go, select “VOICE & PICTURE”. Use 왖 or 왔 to select the appropriate setting, and then press the SET/DISP. button.
Using the Movie/Voice Mode Menu (Cont’d) Making Voice Memos - This feature allows you to record just sound. - Take care not to cover the microphone on the front of the camera. 1 1. Select “VOICE” and press the SET/ DISP. button.. 2 2. Screen 2 will appear and the camera enters in the voice recording mode. Press the shutter button and recording begins. • If you do not press the shutter button, you can return to screen 1 without making a recording by pressing the MENU button.
Using the Movie/Voice Mode 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 ±2.0 EV in adjustment steps of 1/3 EV. - The compensation value is displayed on the monitor. - This option is also available in the mode menu for Manual (p.74). 1 1. Select the Exposure Compensation setting menu option. • The current setting is displayed. “EXPOSURE ±0.0” is displayed as the default setting. 2.
Using the Movie/Voice Mode Menu (Cont’d) Adjusting White Balance - The color tones in images vary depending on the type of light source used. While the AUTO setting can be used for most shots, you should change the setting when you want to take shots with the white balance set specifically for the ambient conditions and light source. - The mode you set is displayed with icon on the LCD monitor (However, AUTO is not displayed.). - This option is also available in the mode menu for Manual (p.74). 1.
Using the Movie/Voice Mode Menu (Cont’d) ● Available Modes • AUTO (Default) :The camera adjusts the white balance automatically. • DAY LIGHT :Ideal for taking photos in strong sunlight. • CLOUDY :Ideal for taking photos in the shade or when it is cloudy. • FLUORESCENT :Ideal for taking photos indoors with fluorescent lighting. • TUNGSTEN :Ideal for taking photos indoors with normal incandescent lighting.
Using the Manual Mode Menu Using the Manual Mode Menu - This section explains the menu options that are available in Manual mode. - Unless otherwise stated, the settings for these menu options are retained until you change them, regardless of whether the power is turned off. ● Available menu options - Shooting modes 1) Program : This is the default mode. The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture size. (p.
Using the Manual Mode Menu (Cont’d) 1 1. Select “MANUAL” and press the SET/ DISP. button. 2 2. Pressing the MENU button displays the available menu option icons. 3. As described on p.55, use the 왗 or 왘 buttons to select the option you want to set. 4. Use the 왖 or 왔 buttons to select the desired mode from the menu. 5. Press the SET/DISP. button to complete the setting and return the camera to shooting mode (live image displayed). The selected mode icon appears on the LCD monitor.
Using the Manual Mode Menu (Cont’d) Taking Pictures in Program Mode - This is the camera's default photography mode. - In this mode, the camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture setting according to the brightness of the subject. 1. Select “PROGRAM”. 1 • The current setting is displayed. “PROGRAM” is displayed as the default setting. 2. Press the SET/DISP. button to set the camera to shooting mode. 2 • The icon appears on the LCD monitor.
Using the Manual Mode Menu (Cont’d) Taking pictures with AF (focus) lock If you press 왗 while activating focus lock (pressing the shutter button halfway on page 41), the focus setting locks and the icon appears on the LCD monitor. The setting becomes effective even after you take a shot. * To cancel the AF-lock, turn the camera’s power OFF or press the Zoom or 왗 button.
Using the Manual Mode Menu (Cont’d) Taking Pictures in Aperture Mode - In this mode, the camera automatically sets the shutter speed after you select the aperture setting. - Focus value differs with zoom magnifications and can be switched to 2 levels according to magnification. 1 1. Select “APERTURE”. 2 2. When you press the SET/DISP. button, the current aperture setting appears on the LCD monitor and you can then set the aperture to the desired setting.
Using the Manual Mode Menu (Cont’d) Taking photographs in manual exposure mode - Shutter speed and focus value can be set according to conditions and purpose. - Shutter speed can be set between 15 and 1/1000 seconds. Focus value differs with zoom magnifications and can be switched to 2 levels according to magnification. 1 1. Select “MANUAL”. 2 2. When you press the SET/DISP.
Using the Manual Mode Menu (Cont’d) Taking photographs in manual exposure mode (Cont’d) - Focus value and shutter speed will be displayed on the LCD monitor all the time when setting up manual exposure mode. Exposure value (exposure difference to brightness) will be displayed by half depressing shutter button. (Displays in 1/3EV steps within ±2.0.) Even if brightness around changes, the exposure value can be confirmed whenever the shutter button is half depressed.
Using the Manual Mode Menu (Cont’d) Using the Auto Bracket Function - In this mode, the camera automatically shoots 3 frames with staggered exposure or focus settings (3-frame continuous shooting). 1. Select the Bracket setting menu option. 1 • The current setting is displayed. “SINGLE SHUTTER” is displayed as the default setting. 2. Use the or buttons to select “AUTO BRACKET EXPOSURE” or “AUTO BRACKET FOCUS”. Press the SET/DISP. button to complete the setting and return the camera to shooting mode.
Using the Manual Mode Menu (Cont’d) Changing the Sensitivity (ISO) - Sensitivity can be switched over. 1. Select the ISO setting menu option. 1 • The current setting is displayed. “ISO AUTO” is displayed as the default setting. 2. Use the or buttons to select the desired sensitivity setting. Press the SET/DISP. button to complete the setting and return the camera to shooting mode. AUTO ; Normal sensitivity is equivalent to ISO100.
Using the Manual Mode Menu (Cont’d) Setting the Custom Function - Setting the Custom function allows you to use the menu selections and settings on pages 84-88. However, because the menu option default setting is “OFF”, you first have to cancel the “OFF” setting for CUSTOM in the Setup menu. (p.120) - Once you cancel the “OFF” setting, the menu settings screen appears and you can set image quality parameters such as the flash brightness and image contrast to your preferred settings. 1 1.
Using the Manual Mode Menu (Cont’d) Adjusting the Flash Brightness - Flash intensity can be adjusted. 1. Select the Flash setting menu option. 1 • The current setting is displayed. "FLASH ±0.0" is displayed as the default setting. 2. Use the or buttons to select the desired setting. Press the SET/DISP. button to complete the setting and return the camera to shooting mode. • If you want to reduce the flash intensity, so as to take photograph of a close object, adjust the volume to the “–”.
Using the Manual Mode Menu (Cont’d) Adjusting the Saturation - Color clearness of images can be adjusted. 1. Select the Saturation setting menu option. 1 • The current setting is displayed. “SATURATION ±0” is displayed as the default setting. 2. Use the or buttons to select the desired setting. Press the SET/DISP. button to complete the setting and return the camera to shooting mode. • Adjust to the “+” to increase color clearness and adjust to the “–” to reduce color clearness.
Using the Manual Mode Menu (Cont’d) Adjusting the Sharpness - Sharpness of images (sharpness of outline) can be adjusted. 1. Select the Sharpness setting menu option. 1 • The current setting is displayed. “SHARPNESS ±0” is displayed as the default setting. 2. Use the or buttons to select the desired setting. Press the SET/DISP. button to complete the setting and return the camera to shooting mode. • Adjust to the “+” to make the image outline sharper and adjust to the “–” to make it softer.
Using the Manual Mode Menu (Cont’d) Adjusting the Color - Color of images can be adjusted. (Specified color can be emphasized.) 1 1. Select the Color setting menu option (red, green or blue). • The current setting is displayed. “±0” is displayed as the default setting for all 3 colors. 2. Use the or buttons to set the color and then the or buttons to select the desired setting. Press the SET/DISP. button to complete the setting and return the camera to shooting mode.
Using the Manual Mode Menu (Cont’d) Changing slow shutter speed - Slow shutter speed can be changed according to the flash mode. - Shutter speed will become slow when taking photographs in dark places, so please use a tripod to prevent movement during exposure. 1. To change the slow shutter speed when the flash mode is set to AUTO or FLASH ON ( ), select “SLOW SHUTTER ”. 1 • The current setting is displayed. See the explanation below (*) for more details of the shutter speeds displayed.
Advanced Playback Playback 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. Press the Play button to play back the images and then press the WIDE zoom button. 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.
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. Also, half depress shutter button to display the image in the normal size. 2.
Playback (Cont’d) Playing back the sound of After Recording image - Playing back the sound of After Recording image (p.68). 1 1. Press the PLAY button and then select After Recording image with or button. • When playing back After Recording image, a screen will be displayed as in 1. Recording time will be displayed at the upper-right of the screen. 2. Press the shutter button to play back sound. It will revert back to image 1 when playback finishes.
Using the PLAY Menu Using the PLAY Menu - You can use the PLAY menu to copy and protect your images and to specify DPOF print settings. It does not matter whether the camera’s power is OFF or ON. ● Available menu options - Copy & Move :Allows you to copy or move images to other media. (p.94) - DPOF :Specifies the images to be printed and the number of copies of each image. (p.97) - Protect :Used to prevent images from being deleted. (p.101) - Resize :Allows you to reduce the size of an image. (p.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 3 3. Use the or buttons to select a mode from the menu and then press the SET/DISP. button to specify the mode settings. • The icon for the selected mode is highlighted. 4 4. When you have completed all the settings, use the button to select “OK” and press the SET/DISP. button. • When the settings are completed the menu screen reappears. From the menu screen, press the MENU button to return to the playback image.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) Copying and Moving Images - You can use the procedure described below to copy or move still images or movies you have shot to another media. - For protected images, you must cancel their protection before you can move them. 1 1. Select “COPY & MOVE”. 2 2. Use the or buttons to select the mode. After selecting the media mode, use the SET/DISP. button to select the media to which the data will be copied or moved.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 4 4. After selecting the COPY/MOVE mode, use the SET/DISP. button to select COPY or MOVE. 5 5. When you have completed all your selections, use the button to select “OK” and then press the SET/DISP. button. • Pressing the MENU button or pressing the SET/DISP. button on the icon position just above “OK” discards the settings and returns to the screen in step 1. • If you selected “SELECT” as the unit mode, proceed to step 6. If you selected “ALL ON”, proceed to p.96-8. 6 6.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 7. Images selected at Step 6 are surrounded by a yellow frame. To select other images, repeat the selection procedure. (Return to Step 6) 7 When you have finished selecting images, use , , , or to select “END”, and then press the SET/DISP. button. 8. A confirmation screen appears. To move the image(s), select “YES” with or , then press the SET/DISP. button. 8 • If you select “NO” and press the SET/DISP. button, you will return to screen 1 without moving anything. 9.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) Selecting/Deselecting Images to Print (DPOF) - You can also order a digital print at a photo lab (except for some labs) such as a traditional photofinishing service. For detailed information, please contact your photo lab. - 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.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 3 3. After selecting the unit mode, use the SET/DISP. button to select “SELECT” if you want to print (or deselect) one frame or multiple frames. To print all the frames, select “ALL ON”. To cancel all the print settings, select “ALL OFF”. 4 4. After selecting the date mode, use the SET/DISP. button to select “DATE ON” or “DATE OFF”. • If you select “DATE ON”, the date and time of shooting are also printed. 5.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 6 6. The “SELECT SET” screen appears. Use the or button to select “LAST SET FILE READ” or “INIT. VAL. <0>” and then press the SET/DISP. button. • If you do not want to specify any DPOF settings, select “CANCEL” and press the SET/DISP. button. • By selecting “LAST SET FILE READ”, you can re-use the file containing the previous print settings. If the previous settings are not stored in a file, this option is grayed out and cannot be selected. In this event, select “INIT.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 9 9. If you selected “ALL ON”: Use the or button or the zoom buttons (T or W) to specify the number of prints and then press the SET/DISP. button. 10 10.The confirmation screen is displayed. If you selected “ALL ON” or “SELECT”: Use the or button to select “YES” and then press the SET/DISP. button. If you chose “ALL OFF”: Select “YES” and press the SET/DISP. button. • If you select “NO” and press the SET/DISP.
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.108), even protected images will be erased. 1 1. Select “PROTECT”. 2 2. Use the or button to select the mode. After selecting the media mode, use the SET/DISP.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 4. When you have completed all your selections, use the button to select “OK” and then press the SET/DISP. button. 4 • Pressing the MENU button or pressing the SET/DISP. button on the icon position just above “OK” discards the settings and returns to the screen in step 1. • If you selected “SELECT” as the unit mode, proceed to step 5. If you selected “ALL ON” or “ALL OFF”, proceed to p.103-7. 5. The 8-frame index appears.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 7 7. A confirmation screen appears. Select “YES” with or and press the SET/DISP. button. • If you select “NO” with or and press the SET/DISP. button, your settings will be invalidated and you return to screen 1. 8. The “Now PROTECT…” (or “Now PROTECT OFF”) screen is displayed. Once settings (or cancel protect) are completed, the display returns to screen 1.
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 the image to be resized in the playback screen and then select the “RESIZE” menu option. 2 2. Use the button to select the size mode and then use the SET/DISP.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 4. Use the or button to select “YES” and press the SET/DISP. button to record the resized image as a new image file. 4 • To cancel image resizing, select “NO” and press the SET/DISP. button. • If there is not enough memory to save the image, an error message “MEMORY FULL” is displayed. Playing a Slide Show - The slide show will proceed in order from the first image at a set interval. 1 1. Select “SLIDE SHOW”. 2.
Camera Settings Using the Set-up Menu 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. - You can select the Setup menu from Shooting mode (live image) or from the playback screen. ● Available menu options - Format : Initializes a card. (p.108) Monitor : Allows you to specify settings for the LCD monitor.
Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) 3 3. Using or , select the menu settings. 4 4. Use the or button to select a mode from the menu and then press the SET/ DISP. button to specify the mode settings. 5. When you have completed the settings, press the MENU button. When the settings are completed, the SET UP menu screen (screen in step 1) reappears. If you accessed the SET UP menu from the playback screen, the playback image reappears.
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.101). - Always format cards inside the camera. If a card is formatted by a computer it may not perform normally. 1. Select “FORMAT”. 1 Use the or button to select the type of media to be formatted and then press the SET/DISP. button. 2. You will be asked for confirmation.
Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) 3 3. Once formatting starts, the message “Now FORMAT…” will appear. When formatting is complete, the camera returns to the Set-up menu mode. During formatting be sure not to open the battery/card cover as damage to the card may result.
Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) Specifying the LCD Monitor Settings - Use the procedure below to specify the settings for the LCD monitor. 1 1. Select “MONITOR”. 2 2. Use the or button to select the mode. Then use the SET/DISP. button to turn each mode ON or OFF. 3. When you have completed the settings, press the MENU button. When the settings are completed, the SET UP menu screen reappears.
Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) Setting QUICK VIEW - Set this mode to “QUICK VIEW ON” to display images on the LCD monitor immediately after they are photographed so that you can check images as and where you shoot them. - The default setting is “QUICK VIEW OFF”. - See p.90 for more detailed information on this function. Hiding the image information - By selecting “INFORMATION OFF”, you can stop the camera from displaying the image information (p.38, 48) shown during shooting or playback.
Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) Adjusting the Brightness and color of the LCD Monitor 1. Select “MONITOR COLOR” and press the SET/DISP. button to display the monitor adjustment screen. 1 123456 123456 123456 123456 123456 123456 123456 123456 123456 123456 Selectable modes Brightness Colour tone (Red) Colour tone (Green) Colour tone (Blue) 2. Select the mode (brightness or color) you want to adjust by moving the cursor within the selecting mode using or button.
Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) Specifying the Shooting mode settings - Use the procedure below to specify the settings for Shooting mode. 1 1. Select “REC. SET”. 2 2. Use the or button to select the mode. Then use the SET/DISP. button to turn each mode ON or OFF. 3. When you have completed the settings, press the MENU button. When the settings are completed, the SET UP menu screen reappears. ● Available modes - RED EYE REDUCTION :Allows you to take pictures using red-eye reduction. (p.
Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) Taking pictures using red-eye reduction - By selecting RED EYE REDUCTION ON, you can minimize the “red-eye effect” that causes people's eyes to glow red when flash photography is used. (The default setting is OFF.) - When you press the shutter button, the pre-flash comes on, followed by the real flash which finishes the shot. • Until the real flash comes on, do not move the camera or let the subject move.
Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) Resetting the file number - The setting method of file numbers can be changed. * NUMBER RESET OFF (default setting) Consecutive file numbers are assigned as shown below. (The file numbers are continued if a new card is inserted.) XXXX1.jpg, XXXX2.jpg, XXXX3.jpg… * NUMBER RESET ON Each time a new card is inserted, numbers are assigned starting from XXXX1.jpg.
Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) Changing the focus metering (AF) Mode - The system of focus metering can be changed. * exo-AF sensor ON (default setting) This is the normal setting. This mode uses both external AF and image-plane AF using a CCD to set the focus. This mode uses the optimum AF on the camera for the scene being shot. * exo-AF sensor OFF This modes sets the focusing using only image-plane AF with a CCD, with no external AF used. Select this option when more high-precision focusing is needed.
Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) Changing the sound settings - Use this procedure to switch the camera's warning tones, effects sounds and the shutter sound on and off. - The default is “ON” (emit sound) for all the sounds. 1 1. Select “SOUND”. 2 2. Use the or button to select the mode. Then use the SET/DISP. button to turn each mode ON or OFF. 3. When you have completed the settings, press the MENU button. When the settings are completed, the SET UP menu screen reappears.
Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) Specifying the basic camera set up - You can use this procedure to specify basic camera settings such as the date and time and the custom settings. 1 1. Select “BASIC SET UP”. 2 2. Use the or button to select the mode. Then use the SET/DISP. button to turn each mode ON or OFF. 3. When you have completed the settings, press the MENU button. When the settings are completed, the SET UP menu screen reappears.
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 the SET/DISP. button and the date and time settings screen appears. See Steps 3 to 5 on pages 29 and 30 about how to make the settings. Changing Languages - You can use the method below to change the language displayed on the LCD monitor.
Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) Specifying custom settings - You can use this feature to disable individual settings for the modes in the Manual Mode menu (p.74). - You can also use this procedure to enable the Custom settings (p.83). - If OFF is selected in this setting, only the default modes are valid and the specified mode functions are disabled. Select “CUSTOM” and press the SET/ DISP. button to display the settings screen. Modes set to ON are marked with a tick ( ).
Connecting to your PC 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 98 SE, 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 the normal Windows or Mac OS screen appears, open the cover on the camera's USB terminal and connect the camera to the computer with the USB cable.
Installing software and downloading images Installing USB Driver Software - Installing from attached DiMAGE Viewer CD-ROM. - 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 AC-9 (sold separately) is recommended. 1) Turn on the PC power and start Windows. 2) After connecting your camera and PC with USB cable (p.
Installing software and downloading images (Cont’d) 6) Click “Specify a location:” and input “D:\”. Click “Next”. • Here, the CD-ROM drive is assumed to be drive D. • 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 and downloading images (Cont’d) Downloading (transferring) Images - To conserve the battery, using the AC adapter AC-9 (sold separately) is recommended. - If you are using Windows 98 or Windows 98SE, first install the “USB device driver software” (attached DiMAGE Viewer CD-ROM) (pp.123-124). 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.122). 2.
Installing software and downloading images (Cont’d) Notes • You can only connect the camera to the computer if there is a card containing recorded image files inserted in the camera. • When 2 memory cards are inserted in the camera, the Memory Priority will be displayed (p.27, p.60). • 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.
Installing software and downloading images (Cont’d) How to Install and Use QuickTime (Windows only) - In order to playback movies, movie playback software, such as QuickTime is needed. If it is not installed on the Windows computer you are using, please install it from the attached DiMAGE Viewer CD-ROM. - For Macintosh users, QuickTime is normally already installed, so you can playback movies without doing anything else.
Installing software and downloading images (Cont’d) Using Windows ● Installing the included software (CD-ROM) and G400 INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1) Turn on the PC power and start Windows. 2) Put the attached INSTRUCTION MANUAL CD-ROM in your CD-ROM drive. 3) Check to see that “Adobe Acrobat Reader” and “DiMAGE G400, DiMAGE Viewer INSTRUCTION MANUAL” in the “DiMAGE G400 setup menu” are checked and click “OK”. • Be sure to install “Adobe Acrobat Reader” and “DiMAGE G400, DiMAGE Viewer INSTRUCTION MANUAL”.
Installing software and downloading images (Cont’d) 4) Software checked in 3) will be installed in order. Follow the onscreen guidance to continue the installation. Note: Clicking “Cancel” during the installation process will cancel installation. In this case, perform the installation again. However, do not restart the PC until all the installations have been completed. 5) When all of the software checked in 3) have been installed, the “DiMAGE G400 Setup Menu” screen will appear.
Installing software and downloading images (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 Macintosh. And it is not necessary to install the Adobe Acrobat Reader for Mac OS X users. 1) Turn on the power of your Macintosh, and set the included INSTRUCTION MANUAL CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. 2) Double click the “Konica Minolta” icon. 3) Double click the “Adobe” icon.
Others When Carrying the Camera Overseas Using the AC Adapter AC-9 - 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 BC-600 - 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 Minolta 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: 21 21 24 Power turns OFF right • Battery level too low after turning on • The battery has reached the end of its service life. → Fit a new battery • Low ambient temperature 21 Shooting Can’t take a picture • Power supply not on. even if pressing the • SD Memory Card or Memory Stick’s the pictures shutter button write protected.
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 47 47 51,108 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 • Exposure correction is not adjusted properly • Flash used with subject too close • Exposure correction is not adjusted properly 72 45 45,84 71 45 71 Can’t transfer to your •
Main Specifications Model : Digital Still Camera with zoom lens Effective picture resolution : 4.
Main Specifications (Cont’d) Flash : Built-in auto adjust lighting flash, flash interval about 4 sec. Flash working range (ISO: AUTO); wide angle about 0.5m to 2.3m (1.6" – 7.5") telephoto about 0.8m to 1.3m (2.6" – 4.3") Viewfinder green LED on while charging Shooting modes : Single shooting/ Continuous/ Flash On/ Flash Off/Macro/ Self-timer (10 sec., 3 sec.
Main Specifications (Cont’d) 1) DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) is a standard by JEITA mainly for the purpose of simplifying the use of image files taken by digital cameras with other related devices. 2) DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) specified by Canon, Inc., Kodak Co., Ltd., Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd., and Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
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