E 9224-27311-11 M-A306/KME 0312 Instruction Manual
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.............................................................................
Contents (Cont’d) Advanced Shooting Using the REC Menu........................................................................44 Setting with the REC (DETAILS) Menu ..............................................44 Selecting a Combination of Image Sizes and Compression Ratios..........................................................................46 Shooting Movies ...............................................................................49 Adjusting Exposure Compensation ..............................
Contents (Cont’d) Setting/Canceling Protection for Your Important Images ...................91 Moving the Image Data to Another Memory Card .............................94 Playing a Slide Show.........................................................................97 Using the After Recording Function...................................................97 Selecting the Set-up Menu................................................................97 Advanced Operations Using the Set-up Menu .....................
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 lightning. Death may occur if lightning 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 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. Minolta cannot 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 Microphone Flash Shutter Button Light Sensor Viewfinder Window Lens Cover (Main Switch) Strap Holder USB Terminal Self-timer LED 14 Lens
Names of Parts (Cont’d) Viewfinder Eyepiece Delete Button (P.16) Display Button (P.16) Play Button(P.16) Green LED Red LED Zoom Buttons (P.16) Speaker LCD Monitor 4-way Button (P.16) Battery Sub-cap Tripod Socket Battery/Card Cover Menu/Set Button (P.
Names of Parts (Cont’d) Operation Buttons 1 2 3 4 LCD Monitor 5 6 1 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.26). 2 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.
Attaching the Strap 1. Push the loop on the small end of the strap through the strap holder. 1 2. Pass the other end of the strap through the loop that is sticking out from the strap holder. 2 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 3 2 1 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.26), 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 Continuous Playback Time (in Minutes) About 100 About 200 About 90 * Our test conditions: Normal humidity and temperature, flash usage 50%, shot every 30 sec. Zoomed one direction, once, 2592 x 1944 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-ion battery. • This product uses a lithium-ion 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, AC-8U/AC-8E/AC-8GB; see P.11 for details) 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 battery adapter in the battery 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 - 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/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 2 1. Gently slide the lens cover (main switch) in the direction indicated by the arrow until it stops. 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 26 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 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 down to move to the “MONTH” setting mode. (2) Use the left or right keys to adjust the month in the same way as Step 3 on page 27. • 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 pressing the up, you can return to the previous screen and make corrections.
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 • In the macro-photo mode (p.42), we recommend that you use the LCD monitor for composing your pictures (p.35).
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 fire) (Flashing) Warning that the camera cannot autofocus (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).
Taking Pictures (Cont’d) Taking Pictures using the Viewfinder 1. Opening the lens cover turns ON the power. 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. 1 • If the surface of the lens is dirty, gently wipe it clean with a soft, dry cloth. 2 W T 3 2.
Taking Pictures (Cont’d) 4. Take a picture by pressing the shutter button all the way down. 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.102). 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. • If you set the beep sound to off (p.102), the self-timer LED will not be lit.
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.
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. 1. Align the auto focus mark on the subject, and push the shutter button halfway. The green LED light will come on, locking the focus position. • The exposure is fixed at the same time the focus is locked. • If you release your finger from the halfpushed 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, instead of 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, Lithium-ion Battery NP-500), or to use the AC adapter (sold separately, AC-8U/AC-8E/AC8GB; see P.11 for details). 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.101). 1 2 3 9 4 or, 4m 2m 1m 5 6 7 10 8 11 1 Recording Media 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) 8 Counter The remaining number of pictures you can take will be displayed. 9 Date and time/focus value/shutter speed 1) The date and time will be displayed when turning the power on and when REC menu screen (p.44) or playback image (p.70) is changed back to a live image. Date and time displayed will go off in approx. 5 seconds. 2) Focus value and shutter speed will be displayed by half depressing the shutter button.
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. - You can set the self-timer for a 3- or a 10-second delay (factory setting), although the 10-second setting is effective for the next shot only.
Selecting the Shooting Mode (Cont’d) Pressing left enables the selection of the following modes. 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) AUTO mode (no display) Macro-photo mode (p.42) Distant View mode (p.42) Self-Timer mode (p.43) Self-Timer + Macro-photo mode Self-Timer + Distant View mode 4m Fixed focus mode (p.43) 2m Fixed focus mode (p.43) 1m Fixed focus mode (p.43) • Every time left is pressed, the mode symbols will be displayed one by one, through the list.
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 is slower than 1/60 second at wide angle and 1/90 second at telephoto.
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 fire. Slow-Sync - Use this mode when shooting a subject with a background of a night or evening view. - The flash will fire 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.
Selecting the Shooting Mode (Cont’d) Using the Self-Timer Self-Timer Mode - Use a tripod. - When the shutter button is pressed, the self-timer LED comes on, and after 10 seconds, a picture will be shot. • If you wish to cancel the self-timer function, close the lens cover. • After a picture is taken, the self-timer mode (10-second delay) will be cancelled. If you wish to use the self-timer repeatedly, set the mode every time you take a picture.
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 (DETAILS) menu” (default setting), or “REC (BASIC)” (p.67). - 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 (DETAILS) Menu 1. Turn the power ON, with the LCD monitor on (through image display).
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) 3. After selecting the menu, pressing right will display the set-up screen (screen 3) of the menu. After selecting the desired content with down or up, pressing right or the MENU/SET button will complete the set-up and will return you to screen 1. 4. You can cancel the REC Menu mode at Step 1 (REC Menu screen) on the left page by pressing left, or pressing right or the MENU/SET button after selecting “RETURN”.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) Selecting a Combination of Image Sizes and Compression Ratios -You can select a combination of four image sizes and two compression ratios. - While using the same card, you can change the picture resolution settings for every photo. Every time you change the picture resolution, 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) 4 4. Selecting the compression ratio Use down or up to select the desired compression ratio, then press either right or the MENU/SET button. You will return to screen 2 with your chosen compression ratio displayed. • If you press left, the setting is invalidated and you will return to screen 2.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) Image size and pixel count (width) x (height) 1) 2592 x 1944 pixels (approximately 5,040,000 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 with sound for approximately 30 seconds. Your camera records an image with a 320 x 240 pixel count. While you are shooting a movie, the LCD monitor stays 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 ON” and press right. 2 2.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) 2 3. When you press the shutter button, your movie will start recording. You can record for about 30 seconds. • 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 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. - The compensation value is displayed on the monitor. 1 2 1. Select “EXPOSURE” and press right. 2. The through image mode is entered, and the adjusting exposure compensation bar is displayed.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) Adjusting White Balance - The color 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. - The mode you set is displayed with an icon on the monitor. 52 1 1. Select “WHITE BALANCE” and press right. 2 2. Use down or up to select the desired mode, then press either right or the MENU/SET button.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) Available Modes •AUTO (Default): • DAY LIGHT: • CLOUDY: • FLUO: • TUNGSTEN: The camera adjusts the white balance automati cally. Ideal for taking photos in strong sunlight. Ideal for taking photos in the shade or when it is cloudy. Ideal for taking photos indoors with fluorescent lighting. Ideal for taking photos indoors with normal incandescent lighting.
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 right. 2 2. Use down or up to select “SPOT”, then press either right or the MENU/SET button. When the setting is completed, you will return to screen 1.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) Taking Monochrome Pictures - You can take monochrome images, such as black and white or sepia tone. 1 1. Select “MONOCHROME” and press right. 2 2. Use down or up to select “SEPIA” or “B&W”, then press either right or the MENU/SET button. When the setting is completed, you will return to screen 1. • If you press left, the selection is invalidated and you will return to screen 1.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) Using the Digital Zoom - Digital zoom can double or triple the 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. Select “DIGITAL ZOOM” and press 1 right. 2 2. Use down or up to select “ON”, then press either right or the MENU/SET button.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) Adjusting the Brightness and color of the LCD Monitor - You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor to suit your shooting location. The color of the LCD monitor (red, green, blue) can also be adjusted. 1 2 Selectable modes Brightness Colour tone (Red) Colour tone (Green) Colour tone (Blue) 1. Select “MONITOR ADJ.” and press right. 2. This display will return to the through image and the monitor adjustment screen will be displayed.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) Making Voice Memos - The longest voice only memo you can record at one time is approximately 30 seconds. - Take care not to cover the microphone on the top of the camera. 1 2 1. Select “VOICE” and press right. 2. Screen 2 will appear and the camera enters 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/SET button.
Using the REC 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. - The maximum length of time per photo you can record is about 30 seconds. 1 2 1. Select “ADD REC” and press right. 2. Previously recorded photos are displayed. By pressing left or right, select the still photo to which you wish to attach a voice comment.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) Erasing recorded voice comments 1 1. When you are on screen 2 on page 59, select the picture with the recording you wish to erase 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 “THIS”, and if to erase all the voice comments attached to the pictures in one go, select “ALL”. Use left or right to select the appropriate setting, and then press the MENU/SET button.
Using the REC 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 1. Select “SLOW SHUTTER” and press right button. 2. Select “ON” with right button. 2 3. Select the flash mode with the up or down button and press the left or right button to set the shutter speed.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) Taking photographs in manual exposure mode - Shutter speed and aperture can be set according to conditions and purpose. - Shutter speed can be set between 15 and 1/1000 seconds.Aperture differs with zoom magnifications and can be switched to 2 levels according to magnification. 1 2 1. Select “MAN EXPOSURE ON” and press right button. 2. The display will return to the live view and M mark, aperture and shutter speed will be displayed in blue. Set up becomes available.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) - Whenusing Manual Exposure Mode, the functions of the down, left and right buttons can be changed by pressing the up button. When the shutter speed and aperture are displayed in blue, the buttons can be used for setting manual exposure. When you press the up button, the functions of the down, left and right buttons are changed, to allow setting of Flash Mode, Shooting Mode and White Balance.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) Setting up image quality - Image quality including sensitivity, flash intensity, contrast and color of images can be set to meet your taste. - 2 different settings are available for image quality. 1 1. Select “QUALITY” and press rightbutton. 2. Select “1” (or 2) in “SET” by pressing the right button. 2 3 • Image quality can be set up to “1” as well as “2” . (2 different settings are available.) 3.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) Modes you can set up: ISO Camera sensitivity can be changed. AUTO ; Normal sensitivity is equivalent to ISO100. Sensitivity can be changed automatically to adjust to the lighting conditions.. 50/100/200/400 ; High sensitivity is suitable for an fast moving subjects or for dark places. However, the higher the sensitivity is, the more noise the image will have. Low sensitivity is suitable for bright places or slow shutter speeds. Flash intensity Flash intensity can be adjusted.
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 right. 2 2. You will enter the SET UP Menu mode. For details, see “Using the Set-up Menu” on page 98.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) Setting with the REC (BASIC) Menu - This allows quick access to the basic operations. For information about how to set REC (BASIC) menu mode, see page 100. - Similarly, to learn how to enter the REC menu screens and how to select menus, refer to “Setting with the REC (DETAILS) Menu” on page 44. - In the REC (BASIC) menu mode, every time you press the down or up button the menu cycles through the following screens: down RESOLUTION (p.68) MOVIE ON MONITOR ADJ.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) Selecting the Image Size - You can select from among four 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 “RESOLUTION” and press right. 2. Choose the desired picture size using down or up and enter your selection with right or by pressing the MENU/SET button.
Using the REC Menu (Cont’d) Standard number of pictures you can take of each size (without sound or movie) at normal setting Image Size 64 MB SD Memory Card Internal Memory 2592 x 1944 About 51 Photos - 2048 x 1536 About 85 Photos - 1600 x 1200 About 160 Photos - 640 x 480 About 640 Photos About 20 Photos • The number of photos you can take varies depending on the subject.
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, Lithium-ion Battery NP-500) on hand. Alternatively, using the AC adapter is recommended. (sold separately, AC-8U/AC-8E/AC-8GB; see P.11 for details) 1 1.
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.101). 1 2 3 4 7 5 8 6 9 1 Recording Media Display The type of media in use is displayed. • SD Memory Card or Multi-media Card* :SD • Memory Stick :MS • Internal Memory :IN * Even if a Multi-media Card is used, “SD” will be displayed. 2 File Number The file and directory numbers recorded on the card are displayed.
Playback (Cont’d) Playing Back Movies 1 1. After pressing the PLAY button, use left or right 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 Voice Memos - Play back the contents of your voice memos (p. 58). 1 1. After pressing the PLAY button, use left or right to select a voice memo image. • The voice memo time is displayed in the upper right of the screen. 2. Press the shutter button and the voice memo is played back. When the memo finishes, the display returns to screen 1. • The playback time (elapsed) is displayed in the upper right of the screen.
Playback (Cont’d) Playing Back Enlarged Images (Digital Zoom) - You can play back your images as enlargements. 1 2 1. After pressing the PLAY button, use left or right 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. • 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) Using the Quick-view Function - If you pre-set the camera to the Quick-view mode (p. 100), 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 1. After pressing the PLAY button, use left or right to select the image you wish to erase. • If you wish to erase all frames, it doesn’t matter which image is displayed. 2 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. It does not matter whether the camera’s power is OFF or ON. 1. After pressing the PLAY button, press the MENU/SET button and the PLAY menu screen will be displayed. 2. Using down or up, select the desired settings menu.
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 light. 2 2. The 9-frame index is displayed. The image selected when you entered the menu will be surrounded by a red frame. Use left, right, up or down 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 right. 2 2. A screen with each setting item will appear. At first “FROM” is selected, so press right. • To select a different item, press down or up. 3 3. The media types will be displayed.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 4 4. Returning to screen 2, select “TO”. Then the screen shown left (screen 4) appears. After pressing right, use down or up to select the destination media by pressing either right or the MENU/SET button. The setting is completed and you will return to screen 2. • If you press left, 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 6 5.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 7 7. The 8-frame index appears. Using right, left, up or down, move the red frame to an image you wish to select and press the MENU/SET button. • Pressing left when the first frame is selected or right 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 right, left, up or down 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 2 3 1. Select “DELETE” and press right. 2. A screen with each setting item will appear. At first “MEDIA” is selected, so press right. • To select a different item, press down or up. 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 right, use down or up to choose “SELECT” (If one or multiple frames are to be selected) or “ALL ON”. Then press either right or the MENU/SET button. The settings are completed and you will return to screen 2. 5 • If you press left, the setting will be invalidated and you will return to screen 2. 5.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 7 7. Images selected at Step 6 on page 83 are surrounded by a yellow frame. When you have finished selecting images, use left, right, up or down 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) 8 • To select multiple images, repeat Steps 6 and 7. 8. A confirmation screen appears. To carry out erasing, select “YES” with left or right, then press the MENU/SET button.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) Adjusting LCD Monitor Brightness and Color - You can adjust the brightness of your LCD monitor as needed to suit the lighting where you are viewing images. Color of LCD monitor (red, green, blue) can also be adjusted. Brightness and color settings are not altered by turning the power ON/OFF and are saved until changed again. - 1 1. Select “MONITOR ADJ.” and press right. 2 2. The display screen for playback image and monitor adjustment will appear. See p.
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 5 6 4. Returning to screen 2, select “UNIT”. Then the screen shown left (screen 4) appears. After pressing right, if you want to print (or deselect) one or multiple frames, use down or up 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 right or the MENU/SET button. The settings are complete and you will return to screen 2.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 7 7. The 8-frame index appears. Using left, right, up or down, move the red frame to an image you wish to print (or deselect) and press the MENU/SET button. • Pressing left when the first frame is selected or right 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. For auto mode, specify the number of prints using zoom button (T, W).
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 9 9. A confirmation screen appears. If you chose “SELECT”: select “YES” with left or right button and press MENU/SET button. If you chose “ALL ON”: Set the number of prints using up or down, or zoom button (T or W). Next, select “YES” with left or right and press the MENU/SET button. • You can print from 1 to 999 photos. • If you select “NO” and press the MENU/SET button, your settings will be invalidated and you will return 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 2 3 1. Select “RESIZE” and press right. 2. Select the desired size with down or up and press right or the MENU/SET button.
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.99), even protected images will be erased. - 1 2 3 1. Select “PROTECT” and press right. 2. A screen with each setting item will appear. At first “MEDIA” is selected, so press right. • To select a different item, press down or up.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 4 4. Returning to screen 2, select “UNIT”. Then the screen shown left (screen 4) appears. After pressing right, if you want to protect (or cancel protect) one or multiple frames, use down or up to choose “SELECT”. To protect all frames, choose “ALL ON”. To cancel protection of all frames, choose “ALL OFF”. After making your selection, press right 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 are surrounded by a yellow frame. When you have finished selecting images, use left, right, up or down 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) 8 • To select multiple images, repeat Steps 6 and 7. 8. The confirmation screen appears with “YES”selected. If you chose “SELECT” or “ALL ON”: leave “YES” as is and press the MENU/SET button.
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 right. 2. A screen with each setting item will appear. At first “FROM” is selected, so press right. 2 3 94 • To select a different item, press up or down. 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 right, use up or down to select the destination media, then press right or the MENU/SET button. • If you press left, 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,you will return to screen 4. 5 6 5. Returning to screen 2, select “UNIT”.
Using the PLAY Menu (Cont’d) 7 7. The 8-frame index appears. Use left, right, up or down to move the red frame to an image you wish to transfer and then press the MENU/SET button. • Pressing left when the first frame is selected or right on the last frame will switch the screen to the next eight images. 8 9 8. Images selected at Step 7 are surrounded by a yellow frame. When you have finished selecting images, use left, right, up or down 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 right. 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. Using the After Recording Function 1 1.
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.66) or the PLAY menu (p.97). 2.
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.91). - 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 right; you will be prompted to select the media type. Use up or down to choose which media type to format and then press either right or the MENU/SET button.
Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) REC Menu Settings - You can change the contents of REC menu from “DETAILS” (default settings) to “BASIC”. See pages 44 and 67 for details on this function. - 1. Select “REC MENU”, press right and the settings screen appears. Use up or down to select “BASIC”, and then press either right or the MENU/SET button. The setting is completed and you return to the set-up menu. 1 • If you press left, 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 not to display information (p.36, 71) during shooting or play back. The default setting is “ON” (display). - 1 1. Select “INFO DISP” and press right. Use up or down to select “OFF”, and press right or the MENU/SET button. The setting is completed and the screen will return to the set-up menu. • If you press left, the setting is invalidated and you return to the Set-up menu.
Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) Setting the Operation Sounds - You can turn on and off the beeps (sounds made for each type of operation and warnings), the shutter sound, or the sound effects. The default setting is turned “ON” (set to sound). - 1 2 1. Select “SOUND”, press right and the settings screen appears. “BEEP” is selected, so press right . 2. Using up or down, select “OFF” or “ON” and press either right or the MENU/SET button. You will return to screen 1.
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 1. Select “DATE SET”, press right and the date and time settings screen appears. See Steps 3 to 6 on pages 27 and 28 about how to make the settings. • 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 interval starting at 3 minutes (default). 1. Select “AUTO POWER OFF”, press right and the settings screen 1 appears. Use up or down to select “10 min” or “OFF” and then press either right or the MENU/SET button. The setting is completed and you return to the Set-up menu. • If you press left, 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 1. Select “MEMORY PRIORITY”, press right and the settings screen appears. Using up or down, select the media type to have priority and press either right 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) Taking Still Images with Sound 1 1. Select “ADD REC SET”, press right and the settings screen will appear. Using up or down, select the desired setting and press either right or the MENU/SET button. The setting is completed and you will return to the set-up menu. • If you press left, the setting is invalidated and you return to the Set-up menu. For the Choose-to-Record Setting (“IF SELECTED”) This is the normal (default) mode. By using the REC menu (p.
Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) Customizing the camera 1) The shooting and flash mode settings (see page 38-39) assigned to each right or left button can be set to on or off respectively. * You cannot set all settings to off. If you try to turn all settings to off, the camera automatically turns “ON” the “AUTO” setting in the flash and shooting modes. 2) You may assign part of the exposure-adjustment to up, and part of white balance switch function to down.
Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) Setting the AE-Lock to “ON” If you press up while activating focus lock (pressing the shutter button half-way on page 34), the exposure setting locks and the AE lock icon appears on the LCD monitor. The setting remains effective even after you take a shot. * To cancel the AE-lock, turn the camera’s power OFF, press the Zoom, MENU/SET, or PLAY button, or change the white balance setting. 4) You can also set the sequence shooting to on or off.
Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) 3 4 5 Select the desired mode with up or down, and press either right or the MENU/SET button to change the setting. When the setting is completed, press left to return to screen 1. 4. In Screen 1, select “AF AE AWB” and press right. The settings screen for each item appears. Select the desired mode with up or down, and press either right or the MENU/SET button to change the setting. When the setting is completed, press left to return to screen 1. 5.
Using the Set-up Menu (Cont’d) Restoring the Default Settings - You can change the various settings made in the REC menu and the SET UP menu back to their default settings all at one time. 1 1. Select “DEFAULT”, press right and a confirmation screen will appear. Using up or down, 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.
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 x 480 pixels or more Others: CD-ROM drive, USB port (standard equipped) 2. Macintosh OS: Mac OS 9.0-9.2/Mac OS X v 10.0.4-10.
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. 3.
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 (sold separately, AC8U/AC-8E/AC-8GB; see P.11 for details) is recommended. 1) Turn on the PC power and start Windows.
Installing software and downloading images (Cont’d) 6) Click “Specify a location:” and input “D:\”. • 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 and downloading images (Cont’d) Downloading (transferring) Images - To conserve the battery, using the AC adapter (sold separately, AC8U/AC-8E/AC-8GB; see P.11 for details) is recommended. If you are using Windows 98 or Windows 98SE, first install the “USB device driver software” (attached DiMAGE Viewer CD-ROM) (pp.113-114). 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.112). 2.
Installing software and downloading images (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. • When 2 memory cards are inserted in the camera, the Memory Priority will be displayed (p.25, p.105). • 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) Instruction Manuals Windows® – Apple® Macintosh™ 1. Turn the computer on. 2. Insert the “DiMAGE INSTRUCTION MANUALS“ CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. 3. Open the folder “Manuals“ 4. Open your language-specific folder. 5. Double-Click on the files “D_G500_E.pdf/DV_E.pdf“. Adobe® Acrobat™ Reader Windows® 1. Turn the computer on. 2. Insert the “DiMAGE INSTRUCTION MANUALS” CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. 3. Open “AcroReader51_ENU_full.exe” from the CD-ROM. 4.
Others When Carrying the Camera Overseas Using the dedicated AC adapter (AC-8U, AC-8E, or AC-8GB - 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-500) - 118 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 party 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. 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.
Troubleshooting (Cont’d) Symptom Check this: PLAY button not ON Won’t play back No image data Image with no natural color Play back Other Incorrect date and time 122 70 76,82,99 White balance incorrect 52 Distance too great, the flash didn’t reach the subject 40 Flash used with subject too close Can’t transfer to your PC 70 All image data is erased Image appears Not enough light dark Exposure correction is not adjusted properly Image too bright Page Exposure correction is not adjusted pro
Main Specifications Model: Effective picture resolution: Recording media: Image recording capacity: Recording methord: Still picture sound voice; Movie; Image pickup Sensitivity: Lens: Metering: Focal Range: Normal: Macro-photo mode: Aperture: Shutter speed: Still picture: Movie; Exposure control: White balance: Viewfinder: Digital Still Camera with zoom lens 5.0 mega pixels Internal recording media; approx.
Main Specifications (Cont’d) Flash: Flash working range (ISO: AUTO): Shooting modes: LCD monitor: Playback: Erase function: LED display: Auto-date function: Power supply: I/O terminals: Operating temperature: Dimensions: Weight: Attachments: 124 Built-in auto adjust flash, flash interval about 5 sec. wide angle about 0.5m to 3.5m (1.6" – 9.9") telephoto about 0.8m to 2.0m (2.6" – 6.
Main Specifications (Cont’d) • The performance of the items above is according to the conditions used in our test. • The specifications and/or appearance of the product may be altered without notification. 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.
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